Senate Bill 412, which takes effect Sept. 1, removes affirmative defense protections for Texas teachers and librarians. They could be charged with crimes for providing children with material that is deemed inappropriate.

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New Texas law makes it easier to bring charges against teachers, librarians

Senate Bill 412, which takes effect Sept. 1, removes affirmative defense protections for teachers and librarians. They could be charged with crimes for providing children with material that is deemed inappropriate.

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