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A bill to make enhanced airport security pat-downs a crime if they involve touching a passenger’s private areas was approved by the Texas House on Monday.
The move came just days after the measure appeared dead when the House speaker called it “unenforceable” and “an embarrassment to the state of Texas.”
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andres Mon, Jun 27, 2011 6:41:01pm |
So, should I start looking for plan B on my next trip to Texas?
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RanchTooth Mon, Jun 27, 2011 7:11:42pm |
re: #1 andres
So, should I start looking for plan B on my next trip to Texas?
Seriously! If this passes the Senate, Perry already said he'd sign it because the government can't tell you how it will search you at the airport. But it certainly can and will when you're getting an abortion. Geez.
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Decatur Deb Mon, Jun 27, 2011 7:13:09pm |
Only a matter of time 'til the Texas Dildo Bomber.
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EiMitch Tue, Jun 28, 2011 12:19:52am |
I really, really hate airport security. Its invasive and useless. I've gone on about it at length before. I don't have it in me to do it again right now.
I just feel compelled to rant about it every time the subject comes up.
As for this Texas law, I don't expect it to last. This is a strictly federal jurisdiction. The supreme court will most likely strike it down.
I suppose the Texas legislature will next try to change their state flag to the confederate stars and bars. Bunch of wannabe secessionists.
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