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Texas Set to Enact 800+ New Laws in 2025

8/30/2025

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On September 1, 2025, Texas will implement over 800 new laws affecting education, healthcare, crime, and technology.
Key laws include SB 11, permitting prayer in schools, and HB 2000, requiring sex offender registration for grooming.
SB 12 will prohibit Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices in K-12 education.
Additional laws will expand medical marijuana access and regulate artificial intelligence usage.

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Story summary

On September 1, 2025, Texas will implement over 800 new laws affecting education, healthcare, crime, and technology.
Key laws include SB 11, permitting prayer in schools, and HB 2000, requiring sex offender registration for grooming.
SB 12 will prohibit Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices in K-12 education.
Additional laws will expand medical marijuana access and regulate artificial intelligence usage.