Texas SB791 amends the Alcoholic Beverage Code to redefine public places for the offense of public consumption of alcohol.

Texas SB791 amends the Alcoholic Beverage Code to redefine public places for the offense of public consumption of alcohol. The bill specifies that licensed, unlicensed, permitted, or unpermitted premises are considered public places. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. Offenses committed before the effective date are governed by the law in effect at that time.

Texas SB791 amends the Alcoholic Beverage Code to redefine public places for the offense of public consumption of alcohol.

Texas SB791 amends the Alcoholic Beverage Code to redefine public places for the offense of public consumption of alcohol. The bill specifies that licensed, unlicensed, permitted, or unpermitted premises are considered public places. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. Offenses committed before the effective date are governed by the law in effect at that time.