A GOP-led bid to increase enforcement of Texas’ 2021 homeless camping ban died in the House after Democrats challenged the bill on a technicality.

Texas may soon pass into law one of the most restrictive set of social media rules for minors, including making it illegal for those under 18 to be on social media. House Bill 186 would not only prohibit minors from creating new social media accounts on services such as TikTok,

In passing the ban, Texas joins several states in the U.S. that have banned or restricted intoxicating forms of hemp.

Opponents of the bill worry about the hemp industry and those who rely on THC to treat mental health conditions.

Senate Bill 13 would require school boards or advisory councils to approve new books and review complaints. Critics worry the bill would lead to banning classic titles and create administrative logjams.

In a 95-44 vote, Senate Bill 3 passed in the House, banning all THC products including edibles and drinks with THC.

SB 25 would mandate labels of food additives not recommended for human consumption and beef up nutrition and exercise requirements in public schools.

The proposal is meant to help the state better manage its electric supply during times of high demand. Critics say the oversight would discourage some companies from doing business in Texas.

The Texas Senate gave preliminary approval Monday to a bill that would prevent cities or counties from holding a gun buyback program.

The scandal surrounding the Texas Lottery is prompting big changes in the Legislature. The Texas House passed a bill Monday morning that will transfer the lottery games to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and abolish the Lottery Commission.