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Texas’ social media law takes another hit with temporary blocks on three more provisions
The new injunction prohibits advertising and age verification restrictions in the SCOPE Act, which aims to make social media ...
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Muleshoe City Council approves youth diversion plan for municipal courts
The bill, titled the “Texas Youth Diversion and Early Intervention Act,” went into effect Jan. 1, 2024. It states event such as the Uvalde school shooting have increased awareness about the ...
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Social media isn’t the only cause of mental health woes among Texas youth, advocates say
Social media’s danger on youth mental health has captured the attention of Texas lawmakers, at times, eclipsing focus on ...
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Texas Juvenile Justice Department granted $825k to help reduce youth incarceration
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Juvenile ... the needs of youth before justice involvement.” The release said the program is aiming to: Increase the availability of effective diversion programs ...
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Mental Health Diversion Center could become a reality in Travis County in 2025
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — Establishing a Mental Health Diversion Center has long been a priority for Travis County Judge Andy Brown. And there’s a chance construction might finally begin in 2025.