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Capital Highlights: Twenty-nine new laws in effect in January

Capital Highlights: Twenty-nine new laws in effect in January
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By Gary Borders

More than 20 new state laws went into effect as Texans rang in the New Year, with another half-dozen to go on the books on Jan. 18, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported. Those laws include a ban on transgender athletes competing on sports teams that reflect their gender identity, and penalties for illegally restraining dogs.

Other new laws:

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