The law also prohibits abortions once the baby’s heartbeat becomes detectable, a universal indicator of life.
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Child Support Division Sets New Record
Texas currently leads the nation in total child support collections - more than 27 other states and territories combined.
Texas AG Joins Coalition of Businesses in Lawsuit Against El Paso Judge
The El Paso judge’s unlawful orders include shutting down all non-essential services for a two-week period, including in-person dining, gyms and salons. Attorney General Paxton issued a warning letter to Judge Samaniego.
Settlement Reached with Opioid Manufacturer
The trust will go toward abating the opioid crisis, including valid claims related to MNK’s role in the opioid crisis raised by non-governmental claimants.
Texas AG Files Appeal to Stop Harris County for Unsolicited Mail-In Ballot Applications
Under Texas election law, mail-in ballots are reserved for a few limited categories of qualified voters who are age 65 and older and voters who are disabled.
Texas Officials Recommends big Tech to Stop Censorship of Freedom of Speech
“The improper expansion of Section 230, which was intended to promote free speech, competition, and enforcement of criminal laws online, has inflated to a point where it grants the largest companies in the world the ability to violate state laws, exclude rivals, and squash political speech,” said Attorney General Paxton.
Defunding Police in Austin is Dangerous
AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton give a statement following the Austin City Council to cut $150 million from the Austin Police Department.
AG Paxton Defends Humane Treatment of Fetal Remains
The Fifth Circuit is currently considering a challenge to a Texas law requiring the humane treatment of fetal remains through interment or scattering of ashes.
AG Paxton: Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Abortion Law That Protected Women
AUSTIN – Attorney General Paxton today decried the United States Supreme Court for invalidating a Louisiana law that protects women by requiring abortion doctors to have admitting privileges at a nearby hospital.
Texans may not claim disability based on fears of contracting COVID-19
Attorney General Ken Paxton issued another guidance letter to Texas county judges and election officials, warning that Texans may not claim disability based on fears of contracting COVID-19 to obtain a mail-in ballot.