The Brief

A new bill, SB 2972, limiting protests on Texas public university campuses has passed both the Senate and House.

The bill prohibits activities like using amplified sound during class, protesting in the last two weeks of the semester, and wearing masks to conceal identity.

Critics, including the ACLU of Texas, argue the bill violates First Amendment rights.

AUSTIN - A bill that passed through the Texas legislature last weekend would prohibit certain times and locations of protests on public university campuses.

Critics worry the bill is in direct violation of the First Amendment, as well as the Texas Constitution.

Limiting Expressive Activities at Texas Schools

Senate Bill 2972 defines "expressive activities" in the same manner as the First Amendment and the Texas Const

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