Relating to the functions and duties of the University Interscholastic League.
This bill amends Texas law to clarify the University Interscholastic League's (UIL) duties regarding academic, music, and athletic competitions for public schools. It requires UIL to create contest rules, form local committees, and follow open meeting laws (Government Code Chapters 551-552) for all its committees. The changes apply to meetings held on or after September 1, 2025, directly affecting how UIL administers statewide contests for Texas public schools.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2025
Last action Mar 5, 2025
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Mar 5, 2025
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Referred to Public Education
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Mar 5, 2025
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Read first time
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
DDemocratic
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