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New Texas 'Sandra Bland' law signed by governor

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed into law a bill to make changes in how people with mental health and substance abuse issues are treated. The law addresses the circumstances surrounding the death of Sandra Bland, a black woman who died while in custody after her arrest at a routine traffic stop. Details in this story at the Texas Tribune.



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