Senate Bill 12

Texas Senate Bill 12, a law enacted in 2023 that sought to restrict certain public drag performances, has once again been declared unconstitutional by a federal judge. This marks the second time the law has faced such a ruling. The judge cited that the measure improperly restricts speech and violates the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The law specifically targeted drag performances in settings where children might be present. The recent ruling means Texas cannot enforce these restrictions on drag shows. This development is newsworthy as it represents a continued legal challenge to state-level attempts to regulate artistic expression, particularly concerning LGBTQ+ performances, and highlights ongoing legal battles over free speech protections.