Governor Abbott Signs 8 Public Safety Bills Into Law To Protect Texans

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"One thing that we all agree upon is providing resources that will make our communities safer, as well as supporting our law enforcement in the State of Texas. Today, I'm here to sign eight public safety bills from regular session that serve to protect Texans and hold criminals accountable. One of those bills holds rogue district attorneys accountable. If a rogue district attorney wants to be in law enforcement, they have to start by enforcing the laws of the State of Texas. We will sign bills that rein in the rash of illegal street racing. Law enforcement needs more and better tools to crack down on street racing in Texas communities. I'll also sign a bill to deter catalytic converter theft, punish criminals who remove ankle monitors, and a law that puts violent criminals behind bars for longer if they leave their victim permanently paralyzed or facing serious brain damage. Additionally, I'm signing a law to provide support for our rural law enforcement officers."

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