Texas HB2311 amends Education Code to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public institutions of higher education.

HB2311 amends the Education Code to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public institutions of higher education in Texas. The bill prohibits spending state funds on such initiatives unless they are designed and implemented without regard to race, sex, color, or ethnicity. It also mandates that institutions may not spend appropriated funds until they certify compliance with the bill. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board must conduct a biennial study on the impact of these initiatives and report to the legislature.

Texas HB2311 amends Education Code to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public institutions of higher education.

HB2311 amends the Education Code to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public institutions of higher education in Texas. The bill prohibits spending state funds on such initiatives unless they are designed and implemented without regard to race, sex, color, or ethnicity. It also mandates that institutions may not spend appropriated funds until they certify compliance with the bill. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board must conduct a biennial study on the impact of these initiatives and report to the legislature.