Texas Passes Ban on DEI Programs at Public Universities

Texas lawmakers have passed a bill that would ban diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts at public universities, including mandatory diversity training and DEI offices and programs. The bill would require all hiring practices to be "color-blind and sex-neutral" and universities cannot spend state money until they submit a report certifying compliance with the new law. The bill is similar to one signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis earlier this month. The Texas bill is opposed by many faculty and students statewide, but university leaders have remained quiet about its potential impact.