Texas Got One Right — No You Can't Have That Fantasy


Texas Finally Got One Right!

Posted on September 1, 2025

As a Texan, I’ll be honest: I’m not always thrilled with how our state handles things. From questionable policies to head-scratching laws, it can feel like Austin’s playing a different game sometimes. But when House Bill 1443 kicked in on September 1, 2025, I had to give credit where it’s due. Texas finally nailed one, and it’s about protecting kids from some seriously disturbing stuff—child-like sex dolls.

Here’s the deal: This law targets dolls, mannequins, or robots designed to mimic kids for sexual use. It’s not messing around:

  • Owning one? That’s a state jail felony—up to 2 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
  • Got two or more? They assume you’re distributing, making it a third-degree felony (2-10 years).
  • Selling or promoting them? That’s a second-degree felony, with 2-20 years.

This isn’t about snooping into private lives; it’s about stopping tools that could normalize child exploitation. Texas is saying, “Not here.” They even added an exemption for law enforcement investigations, which shows they actually thought this through.

We’ve had our share of missteps—like that old “six or more” sex toy law that got tossed out in 2008 for being unconstitutional. But HB 1443 feels like a step forward. It’s focused, it’s necessary, and it puts kids first. For once, I’m proud to see Texas take a stand that makes sense, no strings attached.

So, what do you think? Is this a sign Texas is turning a corner, or just a rare win? Drop your thoughts below, and let’s get real about it.

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