Texas bans taxpayer-funded bail, including for arrested protesters
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() As protests against President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement efforts unfold nationwide, those arrested in Texas could now face longer stays in jail.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott recently signed Senate Bill 40 into law, which bans the use of tax dollars to fund bail payments. More specifically, it prohibits cities and counties from giving public funds to nonprofits that post bail for anyone in jail.

While the law has drawn attention in the context of current protests, it does not specifically target protesters; it applies to anyone who is arrested, regardless of their charges.

Critics: No proof public funds were used for bail

Still, the law’s timing has sparked controversy, especially in cities like Austin and Dallas, where immigration-related demonstrations have led to arrests. The legislation is being discussed in the broader context of national bail reform debates, though it isn’t the central issue driving protests.

Abbott argues the law is about public safety and keeping tax dollars out of the bail system.

Critics, however, claim there is no evidence that Texas cities have used taxpayer funds to pay bail.

In Harris County, which includes Houston, the city auditor found such payments were simply reimbursements, not taxpayer-funded bail.

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