Week of Sep 7, 2025
Why this matters: Surprise rule changes and uneven data-sharing create compliance traps. We show what changed, what’s proposed, and where to act — with official links so you can verify fast.
In plain terms: People convicted of invasive visual recording must register under Texas’s Article 62. Effective Sept 1, 2025.
In plain terms: The judge refused to pause his earlier ruling that found parts of SORA unconstitutional, so that ruling remains in effect during the appeal.
In plain terms: Would bar certain people from living within 1,350 ft of school property lines (or 500 ft in NYC). Violations would be a Class C felony. In committee.
S3113 — Proposed school-zone housing ban (1,350 ft, or 500 ft in NYC). In committee.
HB 1465 — Invasive visual recording now a reportable offense under Article 62. Effective Sept 1, 2025.
HB 0280 — Reclassification leading to more frequent verification; blocks petition-off for listed offenses. Effective Jul 1, 2025.
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In plain terms: The judge said it’s not in the public interest to keep enforcing parts of a law already found unconstitutional. The state hasn’t shown it’s likely to win on appeal, so the ruling remains in place.
“Clear rules and clear timelines help families comply — confusion doesn’t.” Use these articles alongside the official links above for full context.
We link primary sources (official bill pages, enrolled acts, court orders, agency sites) and add reputable media for context. We also use AI to scan nationwide dockets and calendars so fewer items slip through — but AI can miss nuance. If something looks off, please tell us and we’ll fix it quickly.