(a) This section applies to a governmental entity when the governmental entity is engaged in:
(1) procuring goods or services under this chapter;
(2) awarding a contract under this chapter; or
(3) overseeing procurement or construction for a public work or public improvement under this chapter.
(b) In engaging in an activity to which this section applies, a governmental entity:
(1) may not consider whether a person is a member of or has another relationship with any organization; and
(2) shall ensure that its bid specifications and any subsequent contract or other agreement do not deny or diminish the right of a person to work because of the person’s membership or other relationship status with respect to an organization.

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Terms Used In Texas Government Code 2269.054

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005