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The unanimous vote followed an investigation that determined the Royse City Republican had engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct with an aide. Texas House expels Bryan Slaton, first member ousted since 1927 The hearing was suspended until later in the day because the House went into Session at 11 a.m. Seal answered by saying 'I mean I think that everyone's interpretation is different.' Dean answerd that he did and then asked Seal, 'Do you?'

Seal responded by saying 'But do we though?' 'I guess you are saying, well what’s the definition, I think we as adults we all pretty much know what that is,' said state Rep. 'The way the bill is written it does protect businesses, it protects the ability to perform in drag, and it protected the ability to exercise your First Amendment right so long as it is not sexually-oriented That I’m OK with, and that’s where I stand,' said Michael Wynn who registered as being neutral on SB 12.Ĭoncerns remain that SB 12 could shut down some musical performances and even wrestling events, a point that prompted an exchange between committee member state Rep Jay Dean (R-Longview) and entertainment attorney Gwen Seal about the meaning of 'sexually explicit'. Senate Bill 1601 would prohibit public libraries that host drag performers from receiving state funding. Senate Bill 12 would classify drag shows as 'sexually oriented performances,' issuing fines to businesses that allow children at shows where a male performer dresses like a woman.

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