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Texas Fossil-Fuel Investment Ban Ruled Unconstitutional, Appeals Planned

2/6/2026

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On February 5, 2026, U.S. District Judge Alan Albright ruled that Texas Senate Bill 13 restricting fossil-fuel investments is unconstitutional.
He described the law as facially overbroad and unconstitutionally vague.
The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) challenged the law, alleging viewpoint discrimination.
Texas officials plan to appeal the decision.
David Levine of the ASBC called the ruling a significant victory for sustainable businesses.

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On February 5, 2026, U.S. District Judge Alan Albright ruled that Texas Senate Bill 13 restricting fossil-fuel investments is unconstitutional.
He described the law as facially overbroad and unconstitutionally vague.
The American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) challenged the law, alleging viewpoint discrimination.
Texas officials plan to appeal the decision.
David Levine of the ASBC called the ruling a significant victory for sustainable businesses.