The Texas Tribune reports on the laws that go into effect in Texas on Sept. 1st all Six Hundred and sixty-six of them.
666 new Texas laws go into effect Sept. 1. Here are some that might affect you.
Some are good most are inspired by something more devilish.
The Good
Police body cameras: HB 929 requires police officers to keep body cameras on during the entirety of active investigations. The law is named after Botham Jean, who was fatally shot in his apartment while eating ice cream by a Dallas police officer in 2018.
Banning unnecessary police chokeholds: Police officers are now prohibited from using chokeholds or excessive force during arrests unless necessary to prevent officer or bystander injury under SB 69. Officers who witness violations are required to report the incident.
Online ballot tracking system: HB 1382 creates an online tracking system for mail-in ballots and applications for mail-in ballots. The system will be run by the Texas Secretary of State.
Something more related to 666
Criminalizing homeless camping: HB 1925 makes camping in unapproved public places a misdemeanor crime that carries a fine of up to $500. Cities cannot opt out of the ban.
Just a note, if you cannot afford housing, can you pay the fine?
The Crazy
Active shooter alert system: HB 103 creates the Texas Active Shooter Alert System, which will notify Texans in the vicinity of an active shooting scene through their phones. The system can be activated by request of local law enforcement.
Note: you can open carry anywhere, but we will let you know when you are about to be shot!, Well I guess that’s something.
You can read more at the link above.