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TX SB581
Bill
Status
12/13/2024
Primary Sponsor
Royce West
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 51.3525(d) of the Education Code to add institutional funds, including endowment funds, to the list of exemptions from restrictions on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at public institutions of higher education
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Institutional funds and endowment funds would not be subject to the prohibition on certain DEI-related activities under existing law (Subsection b(1))
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The exemption applies beginning with the 2025-2026 academic year
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Takes effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote of all members elected to each house of the legislature; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to an exemption from certain requirements regarding diversity, equity, or inclusion initiatives for certain charitable funds at public institutions of higher education.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Education K-16
2/3/2025