The bill, S.B. No. 551, amends the Education Code by adding Section 33.0836, which outlines the process for the University Interscholastic League (UIL) to select locations for statewide competitions in extracurricular activities. The UIL is required to periodically issue a statewide request for proposals from institutions of higher education and other appropriate entities interested in hosting these competitions. The requests must specify the selection criteria and require entities to provide relevant information about their capabilities, including available facilities, accommodations, and personnel.

This new section will apply to statewide competitions scheduled to take place on or after September 1, 2026, and the bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025. The introduction of this process aims to enhance transparency and ensure that the selection of competition locations is conducted fairly and based on the capabilities of the hosting entities.

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