Today is an imporatant day in the great state of Texas. September 1st. It marks no anniversary (other than my buddy Tom’s birthday!) that I know of, but it is of political significance. Today, almost 650 new laws become official. These laws relate to cellphones and teen driving, cross bow hunting, the State Board of Education, and more.

The Austin American-Statesman has a good run down of eleven of the 642 new laws. Here is a quote from the Stateman’s run-down of the law that probably most relates to the average teen’s life.

Teen driving: Restricts teens under age 18 from using a wireless communications device, either handheld or hands-free, while driving. Teens who already have a license must drive without using a wireless device for six months, even if they turn 18 during that period. (HB 339)