Bill filed in Texas House to withhold state funds from universities that teach critical race theory
HB 1607, filed by Republican state Rep. Cody Harris, would make institutions of higher learning ineligible to receive state funds if they teach critical race theory.
HB 1607, filed by Republican state Rep. Cody Harris, would make institutions of higher learning ineligible to receive state funds if they teach critical race theory.
Does Houston have enough firefighters to protect its residents?
Flames, floods, and gunfire. Over the past decade, America's fourth-largest city has been consistently plagued by each. And yet, fewer first responders are in place to react and rescue when crisis strikes.
Flames, floods, and gunfire. Over the past decade, America's fourth-largest city has been consistently plagued by each. And yet, fewer first responders are in place to react and rescue when crisis strikes.
Could fortunes be shifting for casino gambling in Texas?
The odds have never been better for Texans aching to see casino-style gambling gain a foothold in the Lone Star State.
The odds have never been better for Texans aching to see casino-style gambling gain a foothold in the Lone Star State.
In Texas’ first post-Roe legislative session, there’s a new political power dynamic on abortion
While Democrats and the far-right edge of the Republican Party remain focused on abortion, leaders in both chambers have not yet spent much time discussing the issue this session.
While Democrats and the far-right edge of the Republican Party remain focused on abortion, leaders in both chambers have not yet spent much time discussing the issue this session.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announces Texas Senate Committee appointments
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has announced his 2023 Texas Senate Committee appointments. Check out the full list, plus the priorities for the state's 88th Legislative Session.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has announced his 2023 Texas Senate Committee appointments. Check out the full list, plus the priorities for the state's 88th Legislative Session.
Texas: The Issue Is - Discussion about Gov. Greg Abbott's priorities going into his 3rd term
We know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
We know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
Conservative lawmakers push for review of school board group’s guidance on transgender students
Texas Freedom Caucus asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to weigh in on school board association’s guidance for navigating complex issues related to transgender youth.
Texas Freedom Caucus asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to weigh in on school board association’s guidance for navigating complex issues related to transgender youth.
Bill to ban Chinese citizens and government from buying Texas land gains steam among Republicans
Sen. Lois Kolkhorst filed a bill that would ban citizens, governments and entities from China, Iran, North Korea and Russia from purchasing land in the state, part of what she and other Republicans have said will help stem foreign influence in Texas.
Sen. Lois Kolkhorst filed a bill that would ban citizens, governments and entities from China, Iran, North Korea and Russia from purchasing land in the state, part of what she and other Republicans have said will help stem foreign influence in Texas.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee discusses controversial bill to combat white supremacy hate crimes
Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee was joined by local leaders announcing their support for H.R. 61
Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee was joined by local leaders announcing their support for H.R. 61
Texas: The Issue Is: State Comptroller Glenn Hegar discusses $33 billion surplus
The state continues to figure out what to do with the gigantic $33 billion budget surplus. We sat down with the Chief Financial Officer of the Texas government, State Comptroller Glenn Hager to share his thoughts on the matter.
The state continues to figure out what to do with the gigantic $33 billion budget surplus. We sat down with the Chief Financial Officer of the Texas government, State Comptroller Glenn Hager to share his thoughts on the matter.
The Issue Is: A conversation with State Comptroller Glenn Hegar about Texas' $33 billion surplus
As state lawmakers continue to figure out what to do with its gigantic budget surplus, The Chief Financial Officer of the Texas government, State Comptroller Glenn Hager sat down with us to share his thoughts on the matter.
As state lawmakers continue to figure out what to do with its gigantic budget surplus, The Chief Financial Officer of the Texas government, State Comptroller Glenn Hager sat down with us to share his thoughts on the matter.
Conroe brewery pulls out as venue for Kyle Rittenhouse rally against censorship
Southern Star Brewery, which had been listed as the event host, said it “is an apolitical organization, but we feel that this event doesn’t reflect our own values and we could not in good faith continue to rent out space for the event.”
Southern Star Brewery, which had been listed as the event host, said it “is an apolitical organization, but we feel that this event doesn’t reflect our own values and we could not in good faith continue to rent out space for the event.”
Texas’ 88th legislative session kicks off with lawmakers determining what to do with $33 billion surplus
With Tuesday’s launch of the 88th legislative session, Texas lawmakers are officially back in business at the state capitol facing the challenge of spending a $33 billion surplus..
With Tuesday’s launch of the 88th legislative session, Texas lawmakers are officially back in business at the state capitol facing the challenge of spending a $33 billion surplus..
Full Speech Speaker of TX House Dade Phelan
Texas State Rep. Dade Phelan (R - Port Arthur, Orange, Jasper) was re-elected as Speaker of the Texas House. In his acceptance speech, he thanked his wife and family and outlined critical areas of legislation for the coming session.
Texas State Rep. Dade Phelan (R - Port Arthur, Orange, Jasper) was re-elected as Speaker of the Texas House. In his acceptance speech, he thanked his wife and family and outlined critical areas of legislation for the coming session.
Texas Legislature 101: Understanding the state government and how it passes laws
Here’s a rundown of how a bill becomes a law, how the Texas Legislature works and the power players who keep things moving under the Pink Dome.
Here’s a rundown of how a bill becomes a law, how the Texas Legislature works and the power players who keep things moving under the Pink Dome.
Texas Senator Joan Huffman talks crusade to prevent defunding law enforcement
When lawmakers gavel into session Tuesday, State Senator Joan Huffman says she will begin urging them to provide a financial firewall for every District Attorney in Texas.
When lawmakers gavel into session Tuesday, State Senator Joan Huffman says she will begin urging them to provide a financial firewall for every District Attorney in Texas.
What will Texas do with its $33 billion surplus? State comptroller shares his thoughts
Lawmakers have gathered in Austin for the legislative session and have an unprecedented challenge to contend with that is what to do with a huge number of excess tax dollars.
Lawmakers have gathered in Austin for the legislative session and have an unprecedented challenge to contend with that is what to do with a huge number of excess tax dollars.
Texas: The Issue Is: Congressman Wesley Hunt discusses migrant crisis, battle among GOP
Newly elected Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt insists the deepening immigration crisis along the Texas border is a clear and present danger to America's sovereignty and security. A former U.S. Army combat helicopter pilot, Hunt is joining other GOP lawmakers who label the Mexican cartels "an existential threat."
Newly elected Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt insists the deepening immigration crisis along the Texas border is a clear and present danger to America's sovereignty and security. A former U.S. Army combat helicopter pilot, Hunt is joining other GOP lawmakers who label the Mexican cartels "an existential threat."
Texas The Issue Is: Congressman Wesley Hunt discusses migrant crisis, budget, battle among GOP
Newly elected Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt insists the deepening immigration crisis along the Texas border is a clear and present danger to America's sovereignty and security.
Newly elected Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt insists the deepening immigration crisis along the Texas border is a clear and present danger to America's sovereignty and security.
Texas power grid survived arctic blast, but some experts still concerned about its reliability
The ERCOT grid did have enough power supply throughout the frigid conditions. In the Austin area, any outages were limited and unrelated to grid conditions.
The ERCOT grid did have enough power supply throughout the frigid conditions. In the Austin area, any outages were limited and unrelated to grid conditions.