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From A Texting Ban To Insurance Claims — More Than 670 New Laws Took Effect Today
Posted on · More than 670 new state laws have taken effect across Texas as of Sept. 1. We learn about them and how they might effect Houston.
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How Will Open Carry Affect Residents, Businesses and Law Enforcement?
Posted on · Open carry is now officially legal in Texas. The new law, which took effect Jan. 1, allows licensed Texans to openly carry handguns in a shoulder or hip holster. But, there are some limitations concerning where open carry is allowed — as well as some concerns about how it’ll play out. We discuss the nuances of […]
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Open Carry in Effect and Attracting Millennials: Monday’s Show (January 4, 2016)
Posted on · Open carry is now officially legal in Texas. The new law, which took effect Jan. 1, allows licensed Texans to openly carry handguns in a shoulder or hip holster. But, there are some limitations concerning where open carry is allowed — as well as some concerns about how it’ll play out. On today’s Houston Matters, we discuss […]
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New Texas Laws Go Into Effect Sept. 1 — How Will They Affect You?
Posted on · Starting tomorrow (9/1/15), the majority of the laws passed during the state’s 84th legislative session will take effect. All this month, the Texas Tribune has reported how these new laws may change some Texans’ lives. We discuss how and welcome your questions for Texas Tribune Managing Editor Ayan Mittra.
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New Laws, New Houstonians, New Texans Coach: Houston Matters for Friday, Jan. 3, 2014
Posted on · It’s a new year, Houston. And that means some new federal, state and local laws have taken effect this week. We’ll learn about them as we talk with South Texas College of Law Professor Matthew Festa on this edition of Houston Matters. Also: we explore the year ahead in business in Houston with KUHF’s Andrew Schneider. Then: […]