In this episode, we dive right into HB567 better known as the Crown Act. This law  will make discrimination based on hair texture or hairstyle associated with race illegal. After two African American  high school students were forced to cut their dreadlocks to avoid consequences.

In this episode, we take a look at SB 12 out of the 88th Legislature banning sexually oriented performances in front of minors will become a criminal offense under SB 12. The law bans real or simulated groping, real or simulated arousal and display of a sex toy if done in a “prurient” manner in front of a minor or on public property.  Drag artists filed a lawsuit to block the law on Aug. 2 because they feared drag performances would be targeted by this legislation's vague wording. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) signed the bill on Aug. 18.  Specific wording about drag shows was removed from the bill before it passed, but businesses that host performances that fall under these restrictions can be fined $10,000. Performers can also be charged with a misdemeanor. We also take a look at the judiciary reviews on this law that stem back as far as Labor day 2023  On Thursday, U.S. District Judge David Hittner in Houston issued the temporary restraining order blocking the law from taking effect Friday. Critics argued that the definition is so broad, it could include the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. During a two-day court hearing earlier this week, drag performers and advocates said the new law threatened their livelihoods and would censor their freedom of expression. In his order, Hittner agreed with those who filed the lawsuit that the new law is likely unconstitutional because it violates their First Amendment rights.

In this episode, we dive right into the most controversial law passed by Texas in the 88th Legislature.  SB 13 Banning Gender Affirming Care. Texas will ban gender-affirming care for minors, this includes medication and surgery. SB 14 bans transition-related care for transgender minors, but Texas families and medical providers tried to block the bill by filing a lawsuit. It was appealed to the Texas Supreme Court in late August. The law will also allow the state to revoke medical licenses of doctors who provide treatment like puberty blockers or hormone therapy to minors “to transition a child’s biological sex.” We also dive into the judiciary decisions regarding this law that stemed as far fact as late 2023.  The Texas Supreme Court will allow the new state law banning gender-affirming care for minors to take effect on Friday, setting up Texas to be the most populous state with such restrictions on transgender children. Last week, a state district judge ruled the pending law violated the rights of transgender children and their families to seek appropriate medical care, and violated doctors’ ability to follow “well-established, evidence-based” medical guidelines under threat of losing their license. The judge issued a temporary injunction that was lifted by the all-Republican Texas Supreme Court, who took action without explaining their decision.

In this episode, we  start to dive into the three most controversial laws passed by the Texas Legislature in this session. SB 15 or better known as the The Save Women's Sports Act. The Save Women’s Sports Act (SB 15) will require college athletes to play sports matching their “biological sex” stated on their birth certificate. This law applies to Texas public colleges and follows a similar law passed in 2021, HB 25. Feel Free to follow us on social media  Legislativelenspod on all platforms.

In this episode, we analyze house bill 393 which deals with enacting a surcharge/ehancement of the charge of intoxicated manslaughter. In this law, if the person who was killed under the statue of intoxicated manslaughter has a child under the age of 18 years of age,  the defendant will have to pay restitution to the family up intill the child has turned 18th years of age. This law is a one that impact the community greatly. In the state there are thousands of familys impact due to intoxicated manslaughter and this law makes a great step in helping victim's family's.    Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we analyze senate bill 490 out of the 88th legislature in Texas. This bill requires hospital systems to indicate each and seperate each service rendured on the hospital bill that is received by the patient upon completion of services rendured. Many components of this law, include trying to include a 1 bill per visit as many patients in the state of Texas receive sometimes multiple bills from multiple doctors for the same hospital visit. We also, go into detail on how this can impact the patient/doctor relationship as well.    Feel free to like and subscribe and comment on our social media platforms and listen to all our episodes on all podcast platforms   X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod   Youtube: Legislativepod

In this episode, we analyze SB 379 out of the 88th legislative session in Texas. In this law, sales tax on the following items is removed Feminine Hygiene and baby products, including tampons, menstrual cups, diapers, baby wipes, maternity clothes and breast-milk pumping products. There has been a large widespread support for this measure across party lines but we got a bit further and dwelve into how it effects the community as a whole.    Feel download additional episodes on any and all podcast plaforms.  Feel free to comment and subscribe for future notitications of additional content.    X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we turn our focus on HB12 out of the 88th legislature in Texas that deals with the topic of Postpartum medicaid benefit expansion. In this bill, the benefit is going from 2 months to 12 months and making the benefits originally received during the COVID-19 Pandemic permament for postpartum mothers.  Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we analyze HB 617 out of Texas 88th legislative session. In this law,  helps emergency healthcare workers to talk with doctors while the ambulance is in transit to the emergency room. Secure video calls and wireless patient monitoring will be installed in ambulances in West Texas. The program is boosting a pilot program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.   Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we analyze HB 25 which allows Texas to import prescription drugs from Canada through a Wholesale Prescription Drug Importation Program. An analysis of the bill states that program will require the Health and Human Services Commission to design to program. Prescription durgs are often cheaper in Canada than the United States and those  gathered through the program will be available at a low cost to consumers. Bill was signed and took effect 9/1/2023    Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we analyze HB 3126 out of Texas which expands the Life Support notification timeline of turning off life support from 10 days to 30 days for the person's family to be notified that the hospital can turn off their life support.  Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we analyze the bill HB3908 better known as Tucker's law out of the 88th legislature in Texas. This law came to the spotlight and focus after the untimely death of a 19 year old  due to Fentayl posioning. This law requires public schools to have a curiculum of 10 hours per year in grades 6-12 on the topic to better educate students on the harmful effects of the drug.    Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we go into detail about SB 17 Banning DEI offices on Public Universities in Texas. This legislative move that has sparked considerable debate in Texas. The bill, aiming to prohibit Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) offices on college campuses, has far-reaching implications for higher education institutions in the state. We explore the motivations behind the bill, examining the perspectives of both supporters and critics. From the legal aspects to the broader societal implications, this episode aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the controversy surrounding SB 17.   Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we go into analysis of HB 900 out of the 88th legislative session in Texas which bans sexual-explicit material from public school  libraries that is not related to the curriculum. This new law has seen many legal challenges since its signing and also deep-dive those implications thru the judiciary as well as their impact on the school communities and student populations.

In this episode, we delve in SB 763 out of the 88th legislative session. Join us as we explore the key facets of this groundbreaking legislation, which introduces the presence of religious chaplains in public schools, and examine its potential impact on the educational landscape and the broader community.  SB 763 marks a significant development in the intersection of faith and education, allowing religious chaplains to offer support and guidance within public school settings. Our experts dissect the provisions of the bill, discussing the motivations behind this policy shift and addressing potential concerns or considerations from various perspectives.   If you like what you just listened to and you would like to listen to more interesting laws that were passed in Texas, please feel free to listen on any of your podcast platforms and follow us on social media for more legislative analysis.  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we unravel the crucial details of House Bill 3 (HB 3) from the 88th Legislative Session in Texas, with a primary focus on its provisions related to enhancing school safety. Join us as we explore how HB 3 aims to fortify educational environments and its broader impact on communities across the state. HB 3 introduces comprehensive measures geared towards improving school safety protocols, from increased funding for security infrastructure to enhanced training for educators and staff. Whether you're a parent, teacher, policymaker, or a concerned citizen, this episode provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of school safety in Texas. Stay informed about the legislative strides made in the 88th session and gain a deeper understanding of how HB 3 is set to shape the future of education and community well-being. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we dissect the groundbreaking bill HB3297 out of the 88th Legislative cycle in Texas, focusing on its transformative proposal to end yearly vehicle inspections. Join us as we navigate the nuances of this legislation and unravel the potential impact on motorists and the broader community. HB 3297 aims to reshape the vehicle inspection landscape, proposing a shift away from annual inspections. Our experts weigh in on the implications for vehicle owners, exploring how this change may affect safety standards, emissions, and overall driving experiences in the state of Texas. Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this insightful podcast episode, we delve into the intricacies of Senate Bill 2 (SB 2) out of Special Session 2 of the 88th Legislature in Texas. SB 2, focusing on property tax reform, aims to reshape the fiscal landscape for both homeowners and businesses. We explore how these changes may affect property owners and the broader community, examining the strategies municipalities may adopt to navigate the evolving tax environment.   Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we take a closer look at the controversial SB3 COVID-19 vaccine ban in Texas and its profound impact on residents of the state. SB3 has sparked heated debates as it prohibits COVID-19 vaccine mandates by government entities and certain private organizations, raising concerns about public health, individual freedoms, and the broader implications for community safety. Join us as we explore the laws of Texas in Season 1 that were passed in the 88th legislature on all podcast platforms. If you would like to continue to the conversation, you can follow us on our social media platforms listed below  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod

In this episode, we begin the season with the most recent law that was passed in the state of Texas with SB 3 & SB4 coming out of the 4th special session of the 88th legislative session. These two laws may have the same broad topic but are very unique and how they impact the citizens of Texas. SB 3 is dealing with funding of 1.54 billion dollars from the state's general fund for border security measure, including a border barrier and cost expenses with overtime with the state's Department of Public Safety forces. SB 4 deals with making it a state law that if anyone is found entering the state of Texas illegally that Texas can charge said person with a crime as well.  We also explore the impact of these two laws on the citizens of Texas as well as the national conversation which has already set itself up for a judiciary dispute as the Federal Government has asked Texas to withdraw SB4.  Please join me as we explore all the laws that were passed this session in Season 1:Texas on all podcast platforms  and please feel free to follow us on social media platforms that you so chose to use.  X: Legislativelens Instagram: Legislativelenspod