The bill, H.B. No. 5051, seeks to amend the Government Code by adding a new subchapter that prohibits state agencies from adopting or using forms that collect information regarding an individual's race or ethnicity. Specifically, it introduces Subchapter G, which includes Section 2051.251, defining a "state agency" and explicitly stating that such agencies cannot request or require individuals to provide their race or ethnicity on any forms.

This legislation aims to eliminate the collection of racial and ethnic data by state agencies, reflecting a move towards more inclusive practices that do not categorize individuals based on these characteristics. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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