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6 days ago

Brigitte Bandit shares defiant message as Texas approves drag performance ban

The US Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed district judge David Hittner's 2023 ruling that Senate Bill 12 was unconstitutional, meaning businesses could be fined $10,000 (£7,600) for hosting so-called sexually oriented performances. Drag artists could be charged with a class-A misdemeanour, punishable by up to a year in jail and a fine of $4,000 (£3,000).
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fromAxios
2 months ago

Texas Legislature approves ban on mail-order abortion pills

Texas bill allows anyone to sue manufacturers and intermediaries who send abortion drugs to Texans, with at least $100,000 in damages and expanded liability.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

New Texas laws that will take effect on September 1

Texas will implement about 750 new laws on September 1, including major education reforms, a large school voucher program, and bans on DEI policies.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

New Texas law aims to save lives by clarifying the state abortion ban. Will it work?

Texas's Life of the Mother Act clarifies when doctors can perform abortions in emergencies amid strict abortion laws.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

Black and Latinx LGBTQ+ Texans find joy and hope at Drag University

Drag University empowers LGBTQ+ Texans by teaching drag skills while providing support for navigating anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
fromThe Washington Post
4 months ago

Finding hope at Drag University

Chloe Montgomery participated in Drag University, a program for Black and Latino Texans, emphasizing navigating life amid rising anti-trans sentiments in Texas.
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fromJezebel
4 months ago

In Texas, You're More Likely to Bleed to Death During a Miscarriage

Texas' abortion ban has increased risks associated with miscarriage care, leading to higher blood transfusions and maternal health complications.
Cannabis
fromFortune
4 months ago

Texas Gov. Abbott vetoes bill that would have banned THC-infused vapes, gummies and other products

Governor Abbott vetoed a bill banning THC consumables, allowing the market for THC products to thrive in Texas.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 months ago

Texas legislature passes 'Don't Say Gay' law that bans LGBTQ+ student clubs

Texas's 'Don't Say Gay' bill bans LGBTQ+ discussions in schools and prohibits student clubs, impacting youth mental health and freedoms.
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fromNew York Post
6 months ago
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Texas weighs fines for schools if teachers use students' preferred pronouns or help them change hairstyles to 'socially transition'

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fromAdvocate.com
5 months ago

Texas to require sex assigned at birth on state documents

Texas legislation mandates sex assigned at birth for official documents, overriding gender identity in government records.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
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Texas weighs fines for schools if teachers use students' preferred pronouns or help them change hairstyles to 'socially transition'

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fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago

Does Texas bill protect NAR members' hate speech or just unpopular opinions?

S.B. No. 2713 could invalidate REALTOR speech codes, sparking debates around free speech and hate speech within real estate associations.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
5 months ago

Morning Docket: 05.27.25 - Above the Law

Trump and his allies are discussing how to influence firms on key matters despite denials of authority.
Texas' new legislative plan risks incurring vast legal expenses for taxpayers.
Ed Martin may pardon individuals related to the Whitmer kidnapping plot.
Judges in Texas law schools teach a conservative interpretation of the Constitution.
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fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

Apple CEO reportedly urged Texas' governor to ditch online child safety bill | TechCrunch

Tim Cook opposed a Texas bill requiring age verification for device owners, citing privacy concerns for users.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago

I'm a Public-School English Teacher. The Most Vocal Defenders of K-12 Liberal Arts Are Not Who You'd Expect.

Legislation in Texas could undermine cultural heritage by restricting access to classic literature, including works by celebrated authors like Toni Morrison.
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fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

A Texas abortion ban sponsor aims to clarify when doctors can do the procedure

Texas sees rising maternal deaths after abortion restrictions; lawmakers propose clarification for medical exceptions.
New legislation aims to protect mother's life amidst the abortion ban.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Texas is on the verge of handing Tesla and other big businesses a major win

Critics argue the bills could gut minority shareholder rights, transforming Texas into a haven for powerful corporate officers like Elon Musk, giving them unchecked control.
Silicon Valley
fromTruthout
6 months ago

Corporate-Led Attack on Free Speech in Texas Meets Bipartisan Resistance

The reality is wealthy people don't need [first amendment protections], it's the little guy who needs them, and it doesn't matter if you're left or right.
SF politics
fromDallas News
7 months ago

State workers make case for remote work in Texas House hearing

When I finished graduate school, I had job offers around the country, but I chose Texas. Now I'm asking each and every one of you to choose workers like me.
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