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Texas Gov. Abbott Backs FURRIES Act Banning School Litter Boxes

4/27/2026

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Texas officials revived the claim that students dress as animals and use litter boxes to push new school legislation.
Gov. Greg Abbott endorsed the rumor at a rally, prompting Rep. Stan Gerdes to introduce the FURRIES Act.
The FURRIES Act would fine schools $10,000 for a first violation and $25,000 for each later offense.
The bill also bans meowing, wearing leashes, and using litter boxes in schools.

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Story summary

Texas officials revived the claim that students dress as animals and use litter boxes to push new school legislation.
Gov. Greg Abbott endorsed the rumor at a rally, prompting Rep. Stan Gerdes to introduce the FURRIES Act.
The FURRIES Act would fine schools $10,000 for a first violation and $25,000 for each later offense.
The bill also bans meowing, wearing leashes, and using litter boxes in schools.