Texas § ED.51.3523 - SHARED GOVERNANCE
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § ED.51.3523 — SHARED GOVERNANCE, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ ED.51.3523. SHARED GOVERNANCE
SHARED GOVERNANCE. (a) In this section, "governing board" and "institution of higher education" have the meanings assigned by Section 61.003 . (b) Institutions of higher education in this state shall be governed by a principle of shared governance, which refers to a structured decision-making process in which the governing board of the institution exercises ultimate authority and responsibility for institutional oversight, financial stewardship, and policy implementation, while allowing for appropriate consultation with faculty, administrators, and other stakeholders on matters related to academic policy and institutional operations. The principle of shared governance may not be construed to diminish the authority of the governing board to make final decisions in the best interest of the institution, students, and taxpayers. (c) Administrators at institutions of higher education must make decisions in a manner that promotes efficiency, accountability, and responsiveness to state priorities, workforce needs, and the institution's institutional mission. Faculty and staff may provide recommendations on academic matters, but that input is only advisory in nature, ensuring that governing boards and institutional leadership retain clear and ultimate decision-making authority. Shared governance structures may not be used to obstruct, delay, or undermine necessary institutional reforms or serve as a mechanism for advancing ideological or political agendas. Added by Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1128 (S.B. 37 ), Sec. 2.02, eff. September 1, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § ED.51.3523
What does The Texas Constitution § ED.51.3523 cover?
Section ED.51.3523 ("SHARED GOVERNANCE") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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