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 "CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES; HOURS AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS." A new section, 105.092, is added, defining terms such as "nude" and "sexually oriented business," and outlining the restrictions on alcohol consumption and possession within these establishments.

Under the new provisions, operators of sexually oriented businesses that do not hold the necessary permits or licenses are prohibited from allowing patrons to consume or possess alcoholic beverages on their premises. Violations of this law will result in criminal penalties, with a first offense classified as a Class A misdemeanor, subsequent offenses escalating to state jail felonies or third-degree felonies depending on the number of prior convictions. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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