Controversial Texas Bills Spark Concerns Over Child Welfare and LGBTQ+ Rights.

The Texas Legislature has passed a bill that would require Texans to provide their identity when reporting child abuse, in an attempt to weed out false reports. The bill, which now goes to Governor Greg Abbott for consideration, would bar anonymous reporting of child abuse. Advocacy groups have criticized the bill, saying it would leave children in danger, while supporters argue that anonymous reporting can be weaponized against individuals.