House bill · 89R

HB 2311

Relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public institutions of higher education.

Did not pass

Progress

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

Filed
Jan 31
Referred to committee
Mar 14
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 Higher Education Higher Education
Mar 14, 2025 · House
Read first time
Mar 14, 2025 · House
Filed
Jan 31, 2025 · House

Authors

Brian HarrisonR

In committee

Higher Education
House
Referred Mar 14, 2025 · never reported

Topics

Education: Higher: General Education: Higher: Institutions & Programs

Bill text

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