TX SB283

Creates the Texas African American Heritage Commission to identify, preserve, interpret, and promote sites reflecting Texas's African American heritage

Establishes a nine-member commission with seven members appointed by the Texas Legislative Black Caucus, one by Texas Southern University's president, and one by Prairie View A&M University's president, serving staggered six-year terms

Administratively attaches the commission to the Texas Historical Commission, which must provide support services and consult with the new commission on matters related to African American heritage sites, including historical marker applications

Authorizes the commission to promote public awareness through programs and publications, support heritage education, catalog and preserve sites, provide technical assistance to local governments, and make recommendations on preservation policies

Creates the Texas African American Heritage Commission account in general revenue to receive appropriations and donations, with the commission subject to sunset review and abolishment on September 1, 2037