Greg Abbott actually said...

Senate Bill 3 is well-intentioned, but it would never go into effect because of valid constitutional challenges.

Legislators could consider a structure similar to the way alcohol is regulated, with strict enforcement by an agency like the Texas Alcoholi...

At worst, Senate Bill 3 would be permanently invalidated by the courts; at best, its implementation would be delayed for years.

I have not identified a need for a special session.