New Texas laws tackle abortion, medical marijuana, and religious displays in schools

More than 800 new laws will go into effect in Texas on Sept. 1. Here are some of the significant ones

By Alex Nguyen, The Texas Tribune Aug. 28, 2025 "More than 800 new laws will go into effect in Texas on Sept. 1. Here are some of the significant ones" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the mos…

From Classrooms to Water: Texans kick off September with 835 new laws

While many spent Labor Day celebrating, September 1 also marked the start of more than 800 new laws in Texas including ones related to public schools, medical marijuana and water infrastructure.Lawmakers focused heavily on education this session. Senate Bills 12 and 13 put more decision-making in the hands of parents when it comes to what their students will learn in classrooms.SB 12 gives parents have the right to direct their child's "moral an…

LIST: New Texas laws in effect September 1

More than 800 new laws went into effect in Texas on September 1. Here's a look at some of the ones that will impact students, crimes, the medical marijuana program and more.

Governor Abbott shares focus of new Texas laws starting Sept. 1

Texans have several hundred new laws on the books starting September 1, 2025. The measures were passed during the 89th Regular Legislative Session.This session will be remembered as one of the most consequential in Texas history, said Governor Abbott.Below is a breakdown of the new laws, shared by Governor Abbott's Office:K-12 Education:Senate Bill 2- School Choice - establishes an Education Savings Account program allowing eligible students to …

Starting Today, You Might Qualify For Medical Marijuana In Texas

Today, more than 800 state laws will go into full effect. The education system will bear the brunt of most of the changes approved by the 89th Texas Legislature, but the state made major headway in other directions…

Texas enacts over 800 new laws, including school vouchers and medical marijuana expansion

More than 800 new laws take effect in Texas today, impacting areas from education to healthcare. Among the most significant changes are a new school voucher...