Public universities in Texas will resume affirmative action programs designed to increase minority enrollment. Last month a federal appeals court banned the admissions policies, but the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals granted a stay on Friday (4-19), effective until May 13. The earlier ruling was wrecking havoc on admissions officials scrambling to redesign admissions policies. After Texas files its expected appeal to the Supreme Court, the stay will remain in effect until the Court rules on the case. If the Court refuses to hear the case, the stay would be lifted. Texas Attorney General Dan Morales said he expects the Supreme Court to hear the case, which could affect admissions policies across the nation. The Justice Department has denounced the earlier ruling and has said it will support the affirmative action programs.
Media Resources: The Los Angeles Times - April 21, 1996
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