Texas HB118 regulates diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public higher education institutions.

Texas HB118 amends the Education Code to restrict public institutions of higher education from spending state funds on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that consider race, sex, color, or ethnicity. It mandates that institutions submit compliance reports to the legislature and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The state auditor is required to conduct compliance audits every four years. If violations are found, institutions must correct them within 180 days or face funding penalties.

Texas HB118 regulates diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public higher education institutions.

Texas HB118 amends the Education Code to restrict public institutions of higher education from spending state funds on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that consider race, sex, color, or ethnicity. It mandates that institutions submit compliance reports to the legislature and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The state auditor is required to conduct compliance audits every four years. If violations are found, institutions must correct them within 180 days or face funding penalties.