SB 1713: State Government - As enacted, requires either the executive head or president of each public institution of higher education, or the chief executive head of any of its campuses to submit an annual attestation of compliance to the comptroller of the treasury no later than January 1, 2027, and each January 1 thereafter, that such entity has not implemented a discriminatory preference to increase diversity, equity, or inclusion; authorizes the attorney general to make certain related investigations. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 49.
SB 1713 status: Introduced — Pub. Ch. 1083 (updated May 27, 2026).
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Bill summary
OfficialState Government - As enacted, requires either the executive head or president of each public institution of higher education, or the chief executive head of any of its campuses to submit an annual attestation of compliance to the comptroller of the treasury no later than January 1, 2027, and each January 1 thereafter,...
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified
Risks
- No material direct effect identified
Economy
Benefits
- Aligns state administrative oversight with current policy goals
Risks
- Increases administrative compliance costs for state universities
Society
Benefits
- Standardizes institutional neutrality regarding DEI preferences
Risks
- Limits capacity for diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Potential for ideological chilling effects on campus policy
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CurrentPub. Ch. 1083
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