by Brandon Waltens | May. 20, 2025 | State
The debate over Texas’ foreign land ownership ban has taken an unusual turn, with State Rep. Matt Shaheen (R–Plano) claiming in a journal statement that he meant to vote against his own amendment that critics say significantly weakened the legislation. Shaheen’s...
by Daniel Greer | May. 20, 2025 | State
The Texas House State Affairs Committee has taken a major step toward shrinking the state’s gambling landscape, passing Senate Bill 3070 by a 10-4 vote. The legislation, which cleared the Texas Senate unanimously, seeks to abolish the Texas Lottery Commission and...
by Daily Headlines | May. 20, 2025 | Texas Scorecard Podcasts, Texas Scorecard Video
– Texas House Approves Property Tax Relief Package, Rejects Effort to Expand Relief Further – Attorney General Paxton Announces Investigation Into US Masters Swimming – Legal Battle Over Harris County Commissioner Seat Heads To Appeals...
by Erin Anderson | May. 20, 2025 | State
Texas could soon become the largest state to enact “bell-to-bell no-cell” policies at public schools. Bipartisan legislation passed by the Texas House to restrict students’ use of cell phones at school received support from parents and students during a...
by Sydnie Henry | May. 20, 2025 | Federal
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched a new chapter in immigration policy with the inaugural charter flight under “Project Homecoming,” a voluntary self-deportation initiative. On Monday, a flight departed Houston carrying 64 illegal aliens who chose...
by Luca Cacciatore | May. 20, 2025 | State
Lawmakers in the Texas House have approved the establishment of a database for information regarding current or future public school bond projects. Senate Bill 843, authored by State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R–Brenham), passed with bipartisan support on Tuesday in a...
by Joseph Trimmer | May. 20, 2025 | Houston, Local
A legal dispute over the status of Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia’s seat is moving to an appellate court after a district judge found the court lacked jurisdiction regarding a lawsuit challenging Garcia’s eligibility to serve. The...
by Brandon Waltens | May. 20, 2025 | State
The Texas House on Tuesday approved a package of property tax relief bills negotiated with the Senate, including a major increase to the state’s homestead exemption—but not without some pushback from lawmakers who say the relief doesn’t go far enough. Senate Bill 4,...
by Come & Take It | May. 20, 2025 | Texas Scorecard Podcasts, Texas Scorecard Video
Today, Sara unpacks a few of the COVID jab horror stories exposed in a new documentary, “Follow the Silenced.” The truth of COVID vaccine injuries is that people died and were permanently disabled, and no one has been held accountable. But, accountability...
by The Salcedo Storm Podcast | May. 20, 2025 | Texas Scorecard Podcasts
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Congressman “Buddy” Carter is an experienced businessman, health care professional and faithful public servant. He represents the 1st district in the great state of Georgia.
by The Salcedo Storm Podcast | May. 20, 2025 | Texas Scorecard Podcasts
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Congressman Tim Burchett is a Conservative who serves the 2nd congressional district of Tennessee. He serves on the House oversight, foreign affairs and Transportation committees.
by Texas Scorecard | May. 20, 2025 | Commentary
Late last week, the Texas Senate voted to abolish the Texas Lottery Commission, transferring oversight of scratch-off tickets and number drawings to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation with a new set of strict laws and regulations. All of this is being...
by Texas Minute | May. 20, 2025 | Texas Scorecard Podcasts
House Votes To Crack Down on Bail for Violent Criminals… Paxton Announces Investigation Into US Masters Swimming… Houston Man Out on Bond After Sister’s Death Now Faces New Charges…
East Texas Judge Accused of Making Death Threat to Secure Plea...
