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TX SB1909
Bill
Status
3/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Charles Creighton
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AI Summary
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Requires each public institution of higher education in Texas to adopt a policy prohibiting students and student organizations from engaging in antisemitism-motivated violence or speech intended to imminently incite violence or unlawful action against Jewish individuals or the Jewish community
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Mandates institutions establish disciplinary sanctions for violations, including expulsion of students or disbanding of student organizations
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Defines "antisemitism" by reference to Section 448.001, Government Code, including examples specified in that definition
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Prohibits institutions from spending appropriated state funds until their governing board certifies compliance to the legislature and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
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Applies to the 2025-2026 academic year, with the funding restriction provision taking effect for appropriations beginning September 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Relating to a policy prohibiting antisemitism at public institutions of higher education.
State Finances
Last Action
No action taken in committee
4/16/2025