#texas-legislation
#texas-legislation

Texas debates between prohibition and regulation of THC

Texas lawmakers are attempting to ban all hemp-derived products with detectable THC levels.

fromwww.npr.org

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.

fromAdvocate.com

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

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.

US news

US politics

fromJezebel

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

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.

fromAdvocate.com

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.

SF real estate

fromwww.housingwire.com

Texas bill aimed at NAR speech code fails to advance

Texas's SB 2713 bill aimed to prevent discrimination in trade organizations but will not be revisited in the current session.

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

LGBT

Texas weighs fines for schools if teachers use students' preferred pronouns or help them change hairstyles to 'socially transition'

SF LGBT

fromAdvocate.com

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

LGBT

Texas weighs fines for schools if teachers use students' preferred pronouns or help them change hairstyles to 'socially transition'

more#gender-identity

SF politics

fromwww.housingwire.com

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

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.

Apple

fromTechCrunch

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

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.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

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

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