Relating to requiring the approval of the governing board of a public institution of higher education for the hiring of certain institution employees.

SB 452 requires the governing board of each public Texas university to approve the hiring of department heads before the position is filled. This directly affects public higher education institutions and their governing boards, as they must review and formally approve these leadership hires. The bill prohibits institutions from appointing department heads without this board approval, adding a layer of oversight for these specific leadership roles. The law would take effect on September 1, 2025, if passed.