The bill, H.B. No. 5051, aims 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 is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, reflecting a significant shift in how state agencies handle demographic information. By eliminating the collection of race and ethnicity data, the bill seeks to promote a more equitable approach in state agency operations.

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