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AUSTIN, Texas — Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, bringing wide-ranging changes to the state’s education system, law enforcement, taxes and more. Over 800 laws from ...

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The Texas Capitol seen on Monday, June 30, 2025. Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, bringing wide-ranging changes to the state's education system, law enforcement, ...

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Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. See our AI policy , and give us feedback . Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, ...