Relating to the state historically underutilized business program; creating a criminal offense.

This bill amends Texas law to define key terms and set size standards for businesses seeking Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) status. It establishes that a HUB must meet Small Business Administration size standards, have annual gross income under $23.98 million, and have an owner with personal net worth under $1.32 million. The comptroller must base HUB program rules on the Texas Department of Transportation Disparity Study. These changes directly affect businesses applying for state government contracts under the HUB program. The bill does not address transportation projects covered by separate statutes.