Relating to an exemption from certain requirements regarding diversity, equity, or inclusion initiatives for certain activities for veterans or persons with disabilities provided by public institutions of higher education and to reporting regarding those activities.

HB 4345 exempts public institutions of higher education in Texas from certain diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements when providing services, programs, or activities specifically supporting veterans or persons with disabilities - without regard to race, sex, color, or ethnicity. This includes hiring personnel required by law for veterans/disability services and training addressing their unique needs. The bill mandates annual reports to the legislature and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board detailing these services, any changes, and compliance efforts, while prohibiting the use of such programs to establish a DEI office unless legally required. It also requires a biennial study on how the exemption impacts student outcomes like graduation rates, disaggregated by veteran status, disability, and other demographics.