Women’s Privacy Act Signed into Law

Texas has officially joined 19 other states in safeguarding women’s privacy by enacting legislation that ensures biological men are barred from women’s private spaces such as restrooms, locker rooms, and showers.

Authored by State Sen. Mayes Middleton (R–Galveston), the Women’s Privacy Act enforces this protection through civil penalties and private lawsuits, giving women and families the tools they need to hold violators accountable.

The measure was passed last month during the second special session after Gov. Greg Abbott added it to the call. Upon signing the bill into law, Abbott celebrated the victory for common sense and safety, posting on X: “I signed a law banning men in women’s restrooms. It is a common-sense public safety issue.”

Protecting Texas Children made this legislation a top priority in our first year of existence, and thanks to the leadership of State Sen. Mayes Middleton (R–Galveston) and the determination of Gov. Greg Abbott, victory is here.

The law takes effect January 1, 2026. PTC will be closely watching to ensure schools and other institutions fully comply.

This victory proves what happens when Texans refuse to back down. After years of being told “no,” women and girls finally have the legal protections they deserve.

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Lawsuit Update: Ten Commandments

The American Civil Liberties Union is doubling down on its fight against Texas’ new law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school classroom.

After suing 11 districts and securing an injunction against the new law back in July, the ACLU has now filed suit against an additional 14 districts that are attempting to follow the law signed by Gov. Greg Abbott, bringing the list to 25 districts in total:

1. Alamo Heights ISD
2. Arlington ISD
3. Austin ISD
4. Azle ISD
5. Comal ISD
6. Conroe ISD
7. Cypress Fairbanks ISD
8. Dripping Springs ISD
9. Flour Bluff ISD
10. Fort Bend ISD
11. Fort Worth ISD
12. Frisco ISD
13. Georgetown ISD
14. Houston ISD
15. Lackland ISD
16. Lake Travis ISD
17. Lovejoy ISD
18. Mansfield ISD
19. McAllen ISD
20. McKinney ISD
21. North East ISD
22. Northside ISD
23. Northwest ISD
24. Plano ISD
25. Rockwall ISD

The ACLU’s lawsuit claims that displaying the Ten Commandments violates the Establishment Clause of the U.S. Constitution and undermines “parental rights.” They even argue that the state-approved version of the Ten Commandments somehow favors one denomination over another.

Let’s be clear: this is not about “neutrality.” This is about a leftwing activist organization trying to erase God from Texas classrooms.

The Ten Commandments are not just a religious text. They are the moral foundation of Western law and order. They teach truth, responsibility, and respect for authority. In a culture where students are constantly bombarded with messages of confusion, these timeless instructions point the way to clarity.

That’s why Protecting Texas Children is leading the charge with our new Ten Commandments Classroom Initiative. Through this effort, we are making it possible for supporters to donate and ensure classrooms across Texas receive beautiful, durable copies of the Ten Commandments. Public schools must accept these donations under the law, which means together we can ensure God’s truth is placed right where students need it most.

While the lawsuits wind their way through the courts, our mission continues. With your support, we can make sure the Ten Commandments remain visible, influential, and unshakable in the hearts and minds of Texas children.

Put the Commandments in Classrooms!