TEXAS, USA — Hundreds of new laws passed by the Texas Legislature this year will take effect on Sept. 1, 2025.

From tougher penalties for human trafficking to new rules in schools and changes on the road, many of these laws will touch everyday life for Texans.

We’ve organized the most impactful changes into easy-to-read categories. You’ll also find a complete bill index at the bottom so you can explore every new law.

List of new Texas laws

Texas lawmakers passed in the regular session of the 89th Legislature more than 800 bills in 2025. While many deal with local or technical issues, others affect broad categories like crime, education, healthcare, business, and driving.

Crime & public safety

Texans will see some of the biggest changes this fall in the areas of crime, policing, and

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