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Upstate New York Clerk Refuses To Enforce Texas’ Penalty Against Abortionist
A New York-based doctor provided a Texas woman with abortion-inducing drugs, killing the unborn child and hospitalizing the mother.
Will Democrats Walk Out Again? Special Session Agenda Revives Quorum-Busting Talk
There were virtually no consequences when Democrats fled in 2021.
Texas Attorney General Launches Investigation Into Potential Noncitizen Voters
More than 100 potential cases of illegal voting are under investigation.
Texas Supreme Court Overturns $90 Million Lawsuit in Favor of Trucking Company
Before it was decided, the case inspired calls to reform trucking law.
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Democrat Nathan Johnson Launches Bid for Attorney General
State Sen. Nathan Johnson of Dallas announced that he is running for Texas attorney general, making him the first Democrat to officially enter the race for the open statewide seat. In his campaign launch, Johnson took aim at the current officeholder, Ken Paxton,...
Texas Counties Have Exploited a ‘Disaster Loophole’ to Hike Taxes
As Texans grapple with the devastating flood that struck the Hill Country on July 4th, killing over 130 people and leaving many still missing, local officials have already taken steps to potentially raise property taxes—without voter approval. On Monday, the Kerr...
Chair of Texas Tech Regents Launches ‘Save College Sports’ Initiative
Cody Campbell, chairman of the Texas Tech University System Board of Regents, has launched an effort to “save college sports” at a time when Name, Image, and Likeness compensation has placed unparalleled pressure on university athletic departments. This pressure has...
Bills Begin To Be Filed as Lawmakers Prepare for Special Session
With the special legislative session just one week away, lawmakers in the Texas House have begun filing legislation in response to Gov. Greg Abbott’s 18-item agenda. As of Monday morning, more than 60 bills had been filed in the House. Many reflect key issues from...
Texas Lawsuit Challenges Federal Overreach
When Lubbock County Commissioner Jason Corley sought to transfer his home into a corporate entity, he didn’t expect to ignite a legal battle that could reshape federal regulatory power. Now, with the assistance of the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Corley is...
President Trump Visits Texas Hill Country: Pledges Federal Support After Deadly Floods
Following the devastating Fourth of July weekend flooding, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump addressed the affected Hill Country communities in Kerrville earlier today. They were joined by Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Texas Department of...
Disaster Preparedness and Flooding Committees Created Ahead of Special Session
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker of the House Dustin Burrows have announced the creation of a new select committee in each chamber that will examine items on the governor's call list related to the flash floods that occurred in the Hill Country. The Disaster...
Trump Endorses Texas Lawmakers Who Backed School Choice, Despite Party Pushback
In a move telegraphed months in advance, President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican state lawmaker in Texas who voted for the state’s new $1 billion school choice program in their re-election campaigns, fulfilling a promise reportedly made during the legislative...
Texas to Redraw Racially Gerrymandered Congressional Districts During Special Session
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has added congressional redistricting to his agenda for the upcoming special legislative session, citing constitutional concerns raised by the U.S. Department of Justice about four racially gerrymandered districts in the state. A July 7 letter...