Texas’ senators say the time has come for the Supreme Court to provide clarity on how lobbying regulations should be reviewed when they implicate First Amendment rights.

Texas’ senators say the time has come for the Supreme Court to provide clarity on how lobbying regulations should be reviewed when they implicate First Amendment rights.
The audit was requested 550 days ago by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
7 Republicans joined Democrats in amending the legislation to allow taxpayer-funded lobbying organizations to continue hiring full-time lobbyists.
Patrick says his push is about protecting Texans from a dangerous and deceptive industry.
Senate Bill 95 allows for civil liability if a healthcare provider administers a vaccine without obtaining informed consent.
Just last month, the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents passed a similar ban.
Activists worry Speaker Burrows’ referral to the House’s “catch-all” committee will harm children.
The effort is part of a nearly $1 million push from Club for Growth to advance educational savings accounts.
All filed legislation is now eligible for debate and votes.
The governor made it clear that while the Texas Senate has consistently supported school choice, the battle will be won or lost in the Texas House.