Texas Implements Broad Law Overhaul: Repair Access, Solar Protections, and Education Funding Changes

New Texas laws taking effect today touch consumers, schools, and businesses: HB 2963 expands access to repair parts and info for consumers and independent shops (excluding cars, appliances, and gaming consoles); solar purchases gain protections including company registration, insurance, licensed contractors, and a 5-day cancellation window; funding for special education shifts to follow the level of student support with clearer reporting; gold and silver are recognized as legal tender under specified rules; other bills expand district courts, CPS oversight, solar cost-benefit analyses for rooftop solar outside ERCOT, and more, reflecting a broad state policy update.