Restricted Travel

In accordance with the Texas Education Code, Sec. 51.3525 (2023 - SB 17), university funds cannot be used for registration or travel expenses related to any event, conference or seminar that focuses on prohibited Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) unless the activity is specifically exempt from the Code (Subsection d: academic course instruction, research or creative work by faculty, student or other research personnel, recognized student organizations, student success programs, student recruitment or admissions).

Additionally, university funds cannot be used for activities or events that are exclusive to a specific group and not open to everyone.