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State of Texas

State of Texas

As a state agency, the University does not have a constitution, articles of incorporation, or by-laws. All provisions for authorizing and funding the institution are found in State Laws. 

Constituting Documents

Texas State University was established by the 26th Legislature in 1899 as the Southwest Texas State Normal School; in 1903-04 first year classes were held. Includes one complete and one incomplete draft of House Bill 696 of the 26th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature (1899), as well a compilation of laws establishing and maintaining Texas state teachers colleges.