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TX HB752
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
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AI Summary
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Establishes a grant program through the Texas Historical Commission to preserve, renovate, and restore buildings and landmarks significant to African American history in Texas
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Allows grants to be awarded to property owners, individuals, or nonprofit organizations responsible for caring for qualifying historic landmarks or buildings
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Grant funds may be used for preservation, maintenance, and restoration of historic sites, as well as developing on-site educational programs related to the landmarks
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Authorizes the commission to solicit gifts, grants, and donations from private and public sources to fund the program
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Requires the Texas Historical Commission to adopt rules implementing the program as soon as practicable, with an effective date of September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to a grant program for the preservation and restoration of, and education regarding, certain landmarks and buildings important to African American history in this state.
Historic Preservation & Museums
Last Action
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
3/5/2025