House bill · 89R

HB 1521

Relating to the implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives by certain governmental entities.

Did not pass

Progress

98 days from first to latest action, across 3 recorded actions.

Filed
Dec 4
Referred to committee
Mar 12
Heard in committee
Stopped here
Reported from committee
Passed first chamber
Passed second chamber
Sent to governor
Became law

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Full history

Every action recorded by Texas Legislature Online.

Referred to State Affairs State Affairs
Mar 12, 2025 · House
Read first time
Mar 12, 2025 · House
Filed
Dec 4, 2024 · House

Authors

and 1 coauthor or sponsor

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Will Metcalf cosponsorR

In committee

State Affairs
House
Referred Mar 12, 2025 · never reported

Topics

Human Relations State Agencies, Boards & Commissions

Bill text

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