New Texas laws in effect September 1, 2025: Marijuana, schools, crimes
More than 800 new laws go into effect in Texas on September 1. Here's a look at some of the ones that will impact students, crimes, the medical marijuana program and more.
Gov. Greg Abbott signs redistricting bill: 'Texas will be more RED in Congress'
Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4 into law, creating a new congressional map for Texas to give Republicans more seats in Congress.
Texas House passes 'bathroom bill' aimed at trans people, now with quintupled penalties
The Texas House has passed a bill that would bar transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.
Medical marijuana expansion in Texas starts Sept. 1; hemp bills remain stalled
More than 700 new Texas laws will go into effect on September 1. Among them is House Bill 46, which expands the medical marijuana program known as TCUP.
Gov. Abbott signs 3 bills to protect Texans from foreign adversaries
Gov. Greg Abbott signed three bills into law aimed at protecting Texans against threats from hostile foreign adversaries.
Texas bill to create flood warning sirens clears critical vote in House
Senate Bill 3 creates a grant program for warning sirens in communities that have a high risk of flooding.
Texas students, analysts have conflicting opinions on proposal to replace STAAR test
Texas lawmakers are trying to replace one big STAAR test in public schools with three shorter tests. House Bill 8 is set for a floor debate on Tuesday, August 26.
Greg Casar announces reelection campaign, continues fight against new congressional maps
U.S. Representative Greg Casar, of Austin, has announced his reelection campaign. He also continues to pushback on the new congressional maps that were passed by the Texas Legislature.
New Texas congressional map faces court challenge over gerrymandering claims
A legal challenge has been filed against Texas's newly enacted congressional map, which plaintiffs claim is an unconstitutional racial gerrymander that dilutes the voting power of communities of color.
Federal lawsuit filed before new Texas districts signed into law
Just hours after the Texas Senate passed redrawn congressional maps, they have already been challenged in federal court.
Texas Senate sends redrawn congressional maps to Gov. Abbott's desk
The Texas Senate approved a new congressional map early Saturday morning after an attempt to filibuster the bill by Democrats was countered by Republicans.
Texas special session: Filibuster threat, tense committee hearings cap off big week
The Texas special session continues with the Senate taking up congressional redistricting and the House discussed ivermectin, abortion pills and bathroom access.
Texas bathroom bill sparks heated testimony in House committee
Tensions ran high at a Texas House committee hearing over a bill that would bar transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.
Protections for camps in Texas floodplains pass House, Senate near unanimously
The new protections come after the devastating July Fourth floods in the Texas Hill Country that claimed the lives of dozens of young campers.
Democrats question redistricting bill in Special Senate Committee meeting
The Texas House passed its redistricting bill Wednesday night, with a 88-52 vote. The Special Senate Committee met on Thursday morning.
Gov. Newsom signs legislation advancing special election on California redistricting
Voters will have the ultimate say in November.
Rep. Lloyd Doggett will not seek reelection if new congressional maps are put into effect
Longtime Congressman Lloyd Doggett said he will not seek reelection if the new congressional maps are put into effect.
Chip Roy: Texas 'under assault,' needs a new Attorney General
U.S. Rep. Chip Roy announced Thursday he will leave Congress to run for Texas attorney general, citing a desire to "come home" and fight for the state.
'Cowardice and Cheats': Texas House passes controversial map over Democratic opposition
The bill now moves to the Texas Senate, where it is expected to pass and be signed by Governor Abbott.
Sen. John Cornyn, AG Ken Paxton gear up for tight race in GOP Primary
Longtime U.S. Republican Senator John Cornyn made an appearance at Austin’s annual Fed Supernova Conference on Wednesday afternoon.