Texas 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) Status: Introduced

HB 147 — Relating to prohibited considerations in governmental entity contracting and elimination of the state's historically underutilized business program.

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced August 15, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

This bill limits considerations for governmental contracts to merit-based criteria only.

The bill restricts governmental entities from awarding contracts based on identity factors such as race or gender. It also repeals the state's historically underutilized business program.

Bill Text

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This bill amends 1 section(s) of the Texas statutes: Section 2252.911, Government Code.

  • Section 2252.911, Government Code

    Sec. 2252.911. PROHIBITED CONSIDERATIONS IN CONTRACTING. (a) In this section, "governmental entity" has the meaning assigned by Section 2252.001. (b) Notwithstanding any other law, a governmental entity: (1) may only consider the standard under Section 2155.074 and other merit-based criteria when awarding a contract; and (2) may not award a contract or provide preferential treatment to a person submitting a bid for a contract on the basis of: (A) race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation; or (B) other criteria established as part of a diversity, equity, and inclusion practice or program.

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Action History

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HB 147?
HB 147 is sponsored by Carrie Isaac.
What is the current status of HB 147?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced August 15, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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