Relating to requiring each public institution of higher education to designate a Title VI coordinator.

HB 2420 requires all Texas public universities to appoint a Title VI coordinator by the 2025-2026 academic year. These coordinators must oversee compliance with federal civil rights law (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin), handle related complaints, provide training, and maintain records. The bill directly affects public institutions of higher education across Texas, mandating specific duties to promote equal access and address potential violations. It implements federal requirements through state-level administrative structure without altering federal law. The policy change takes effect in the 2025-2026 academic year.