Recognizes certain veterans honorably discharged based on sexual orientation as eligible for state benefits.

The bill amends Texas law to recognize individuals who were discharged from military service due to their sexual orientation as honorably discharged veterans. This includes those with specific separation codes on their DD Form 214 or other military discharge records. These individuals are entitled to all benefits, rights, privileges, and immunities provided to honorably discharged veterans under state law. The bill specifies that state agencies must accept certain copies of the DD Form 214 as proof of honorable discharge. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.

Recognizes certain veterans honorably discharged based on sexual orientation as eligible for state benefits.

The bill amends Texas law to recognize individuals who were discharged from military service due to their sexual orientation as honorably discharged veterans. This includes those with specific separation codes on their DD Form 214 or other military discharge records. These individuals are entitled to all benefits, rights, privileges, and immunities provided to honorably discharged veterans under state law. The bill specifies that state agencies must accept certain copies of the DD Form 214 as proof of honorable discharge. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.