Relating to a prohibition on diversity, equity, and inclusion or LGBTQ indoctrination by state agencies.
HB 127 prohibits Texas state agencies from promoting "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) or LGBTQ-related content in their operations. The bill requires agencies to treat people equally regardless of race, color, or national origin, while mandating that all actions comply with the "biological reality" that sex is strictly male or female. Key mechanisms include voiding any agency policies, curricula, or contracts violating these rules, and banning DEI initiatives as "null and void ab initio." The bill directly affects all Texas state agencies, including education, health, and government departments, by restricting how they develop policies or communicate with the public. It takes effect immediately if approved by a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers, or 91 days after the session ends.
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Introduced Aug 15, 2025
Last action Aug 15, 2025
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Brian Harrison
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