What is a Romeo & Juliette Clause?

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What is a Romeo & Juliette Clause?
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I posted a question about "Ages of Consent" and somebody answered,
"17 in Texas, but there is a 3 year Romeo and Juliet clause after age 14".
What does this mean?
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