Texas HB1479 protects expressive activities at public institutions of higher education by prohibiting discrimination against student organizations.

Texas HB1479 amends the Education Code to protect expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. It prohibits institutions from taking action against or denying benefits to student organizations based on their political, religious, philosophical, ideological, or academic viewpoints or the organization's requirements for leaders or members. The bill allows individuals or organizations to seek a declaratory judgment or an injunction within one year of an alleged violation. It also waives sovereign immunity for institutions regarding liability under this section.

Texas HB1479 protects expressive activities at public institutions of higher education by prohibiting discrimination against student organizations.

Texas HB1479 amends the Education Code to protect expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. It prohibits institutions from taking action against or denying benefits to student organizations based on their political, religious, philosophical, ideological, or academic viewpoints or the organization's requirements for leaders or members. The bill allows individuals or organizations to seek a declaratory judgment or an injunction within one year of an alleged violation. It also waives sovereign immunity for institutions regarding liability under this section.