Relating to inquiries into the criminal and disciplinary history of an applicant for undergraduate admission to a public institution of higher education.

HB 3452 prohibits Texas public universities from asking undergraduate applicants about most criminal or disciplinary history during admissions. It specifically bars institutions from requesting details about convictions for non-violent offenses, disciplinary issues at prior schools, or older offenses, except for: (1) certain violent crimes (murder, kidnapping, assault) within 10 years; (2) stalking, sex offenses, or family violence convictions; (3) pending charges; or (4) specific disciplinary actions related to stalking/sexual misconduct. The bill directly affects prospective students applying to Texas public colleges by limiting the personal information they must disclose. It amends education code sections to clarify what institutions may not require on application forms. The bill is currently in committee referral after its first reading.