In Texas, USA, Governor Ted Abbott has banned all Sharia Laws and the declaration of Sharia-compliant cities and towns. On a post on September 8, Abbott’s office shared a post that declared the same. Abbott’s banning of Sharia law in Texas reflects a legislative trend since 2010 where 18 states in the USA have ordered the banning of Sharia laws.
I signed laws that BAN Sharia Law and Sharia Compounds in Texas.
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) September 8, 2025
No business & no individual should fear fools like this.
If this person, or ANYONE, attempts to impose Sharia compliance, report it to local law enforcement or the Texas Dept. of Public Safety. https://t.co/cVV2MJItLH
Abbott’s ban came right after a viral video and news where an Imam in Houston, Texas was seen ‘ordering’ nearby shops on a loudspeaker not to sell alcohol, pork and lottery tickets, as they are ‘Haram’ in Islam.
In Texas, we believe in equal rights under the law for all men, women, & children.
— Governor Abbott Press Office (@GovAbbottPress) September 8, 2025
Any legal system that flouts human rights is BANNED in the state of Texas. pic.twitter.com/DXVgyVVB3Z
“I signed laws that BAN Sharia Law and Sharia Compounds in Texas. No business & no individual should fear fools like this. If this person, or ANYONE, attempts to impose Sharia compliance, report it to local law enforcement or the Texas Dept. of Public Safety”, Abbott posted from his official X handle on September 9.
