Texas Special Session may end early; these big bills are being pushed through
Among the bills nearing law is HB 8, eliminating the STAAR test in the state of Texas.
New Texas laws in effect today, September 1, 2025: List
More than 800 new laws went into effect in Texas on September 1. Here's a look at some of the ones that will impact students, crimes, the medical marijuana program and more.
Gov. Greg Abbott signs redistricting bill: 'Texas will be more RED in Congress'
Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4 into law, creating a new congressional map for Texas to give Republicans more seats in Congress.
Texas House approves easy ivermectin access
If passed by the State Senate and signed by Gov. Abbott, Texas would join four other states allowing non-prescription access to ivermectin.
Texas House approves redistricting maps
The redistricting battle in Texas has cleared another hurdle.
Texas House votes to approve Republican redistricting maps
The new congressional maps that would create up to five more Republican Party in Texas are one step closer to being signed by Governor Greg Abbott.
Texas House gives second approval to new congressional maps
The Texas House approved new mid-decade redistricting maps on Wednesday after a two-week delay.
Texas reps spend night at Capitol after refusing escort
Two Texas House Democrats are waging separate protests, pushing back on what they view as Republican overreach.
Texas Democrats return to fight state redistricting from the House Floor and the courts
Texas Democrats who left the state to block a redistricting vote have returned to Austin, ending a two-week quorum break and allowing the Republican-controlled House to move forward with its legislative priorities.
Texas Special Session: A quorum has been met
"A quorum is present and its time to resume the work for the people of Texas," said Speaker Dustin Burrows to start the Monday, August 18 for the Texas House 2nd Special Session.
Redistricting battle expands out of Texas | What's Your Point?
Texas Democrats are set to return after breaking quorum to pause the vote for a new congressional map. Now, other states are preparing to work with or against Texas if the state's redistricting plans move forward.
Texas redistricting map battle: Future of Congressman Al Green's district
As the battle over redistricting in Texas continues, there are questions about how it could impact Congressman Al Green.
Texas Democrats announce conditions for returning to state
Texas Democrats who left the state nearly two weeks ago to block the GOP?s redrawing of U.S. House maps say they will return home, with conditions. FOX News' Sarah Alegre reported live from Austin.
Texas Democrats announce plan to return after leaving state in redistricting clash
Texas Democrats on Thursday moved closer to ending a nearly two-week walkout that has blocked the GOP’s redrawing of U.S. House maps before the 2026 election and put them under escalating threats by Republicans back home.
Texas leaders threaten second special session as Dems remain out of state
Gov. Greg Abbott says he'll call another special session if Texas' House Democrats don't return by the end of the week. FOX News' Sarah Alegre reported live from Austin.
Texas Democrats continue to protest redistricting maps
FOX 26 Anchor Anthony Antoine spoke with Representative Ron Reynolds about what's next for Texas Democrats.
AG Paxton, former Rep. O'Rourke trade lawsuits in redistricting battle
While the goal of O'Rourke's suit is unclear at the moment, Paxton's appears to have thrown a temporary wrench in the works of the former congressman's PAC.
Texas governor, AG targeting Democrats who fled the state
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit to remove 13 Democrats who fled the state. Meanwhile, Gov. Abbott is targeting Rep. Gene Wu as the alleged ringleader of the Democrats breaking quorum.
FBI involved in Texas Democrats fleeing the state
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, got approval for the FBI to help Texas law enforcement locate state legislators who have fled the state to prevent a quorum and stall the legislative process.
Pressure mounts on Texas Democrats who fled the state
Texas Democrats have been out of the state for four days to stop the vote on new congressional maps. Now, Republican leaders are calling for investigations and arrests.