The bill, S.B. No. 287, aims to prohibit the possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises of certain sexually oriented businesses in Texas. It amends Chapter 105 of the Alcoholic Beverage Code, changing the heading to reflect new restrictions on the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages. The bill introduces a new section, 105.092, which defines "nude" and "sexually oriented business," and establishes that operators of such businesses without the appropriate permits or licenses cannot allow individuals to consume or possess alcoholic beverages on their premises.

Violations of this new provision will result in criminal penalties, with a first offense classified as a Class A misdemeanor. Subsequent offenses will lead to more severe penalties, including state jail felony charges for a second offense and third-degree felony charges for two or more offenses. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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