These new Texas laws go into effect Jan. 1

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HOUSTON — If your resolutions for the Near Year include knowing Texas laws, there are going to be a few new ones that you’ll want to read up on. The new laws on Jan. 1 come just four months after a bunch of other Texas laws went into effect.

Below is a list of the new laws taking effect Jan. 1. Click here for more information about each law…