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TX HB1038

TX HB1038
Relating to the repeal of the criminal offense of homosexual conduct.


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Introduced
01/11/2021
In Committee
03/04/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021

Introduced Session

87th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the repeal of the criminal offense of homosexual conduct.

AI Summary

This bill repeals the criminal offense of homosexual conduct in Texas. It also removes references to homosexuality being an unacceptable lifestyle or a criminal offense from the state's health and safety codes, which govern sex education programs and instructional elements. The bill aims to align Texas law with the U.S. Supreme Court's 2003 ruling in Lawrence v. Texas, which struck down state laws criminalizing private, consensual homosexual conduct.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Left pending in committee (on 03/29/2021)

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