The proposal appears to mark the first time a Texas university system offers definitions of what kind of instruction related to race and gender should not be permitted.

State Auditor Lisa Collier said university staff vacancies for “critical” financial responsibilities have contributed to delays in financial reporting, as well as poor asset oversight and weak contracting processes.

The nonprofit Jolt, which was targeted by Paxton in 2024, said it is again asking the court to dismiss the “meritless” lawsuit.