A Texas legislator has proposed a bill that aims to prohibit the presence of furries and unusual behaviors not typical for humans, in public educational institutions.
Texas State Representative Stan Gerdes presented a bill to the House on March 13th, aiming to prohibit activities resembling animal behaviors, like barking, meowing, or any actions typically associated with furries, in public schools.
The proposed legislation is referred to as the FURRIES Act, but it’s also known as the “Prohibition of Unconventional Roleplaying in Educational Settings”. This act would restrict students from engaging in behaviors such as using a litter box, self-licking, making animal sounds, or any other activities that mimic animal behavior.
In a post on X, Gerdes stated, “No unnecessary interruptions or dramatic performances. We’re here for education. Texas schools exist to educate children, not to follow fashionable trends. Let’s maintain our focus where it matters most – equipping students for success in their future.
As a dedicated gamer and advocate for quality education, I believe our Texas classrooms should be sanctuaries for learning, not distractions. To maintain this focus, I’ve taken the initiative to introduce HB 4814, also known as the FURRIES Act (Furry Representation in Educational Spaces Prohibition). This bill aims to prevent public schools from accommodating or tolerating disruptive “furry” practices that might interfere with the educational process. My goal is to keep our learning environments productive and conducive to academic growth.
— Stan Gerdes (@StanGerdesforTX) March 13, 2025
This isn’t the first Texas bill to go viral
Gerdes’ proposal is still pending a vote in the House, while a new law passed by Texas Senators recently could potentially outlaw well-liked anime and video games within the state.
As a gamer, I’ve just learned that Texas senators have approved Senate Bill 20 in early March. If this bill becomes a law, it would make it illegal for anyone to possess materials showing minors in an obscene manner. It’s now up to the governor to sign it into reality.
It’s intended to be rolled out as an amendment to Chapter 43 of Texas’ penal code, which reads:
It’s against the law for someone to intentionally own, view with the intention to see, or share material that seems to show a minor (under 18 years old) engaging in activities as described in Section 43.21(a)(1)(B), regardless of whether the depiction is a real child, a cartoon, an animation, or something produced using AI or computer software.
Given that numerous anime and video game narratives feature characters under 18 years old, there’s a possibility that these works could be prohibited in Texas due to this new law.
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2025-03-19 22:18