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Texas Freezes HUB Program Amid DEI Ban Controversy

11/2/2025

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The Texas Comptroller's office has frozen the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program.
The HUB supports businesses owned by women, minorities, and disabled veterans.
The freeze aligns with Governor Greg Abbott's DEI ban, and Kelly Hancock says contracts should be based on performance.
Critics, including Senator Royce West, say HUB is not a quota but creates opportunities for disadvantaged businesses, and Aerospace Solutions has filed a lawsuit alleging harm to non-certified firms.

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The Texas Comptroller's office has frozen the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program.
The HUB supports businesses owned by women, minorities, and disabled veterans.
The freeze aligns with Governor Greg Abbott's DEI ban, and Kelly Hancock says contracts should be based on performance.
Critics, including Senator Royce West, say HUB is not a quota but creates opportunities for disadvantaged businesses, and Aerospace Solutions has filed a lawsuit alleging harm to non-certified firms.