Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 689: Relating to employment practices regarding diversity and prohibiting the implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives by certain governmental entities.

Passed one chamber Last action May 20, 2025: Committee report sent to Calendars

Plain-language summary

SB 689 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on December 20, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to employment practices regarding diversity and prohibiting the implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives by certain governmental entities. Primary sponsor: Bryan Hughes (Republican), Stan Gerdes (Republican), Carl Tepper (Republican), Schatzline. It lists 8 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2025): Committee report sent to Calendars.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Bryan Hughes (Republican); Stan Gerdes (Republican); Carl Tepper (Republican); Schatzline. 8 co-sponsors.