State Rep. Brian Harrison says keeping taxpayers out of the room is indefensible.
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Islamic Center Under Securities Investigation Amid Growing Scrutiny
This is the latest in a series of state-level actions targeting EPIC and its controversial planned development.
Texas Senate Passes Ban on Red Flag Gun Laws
Critics of red flag laws argue they trample on due process and Second Amendment rights, allowing firearms to be seized based on accusations alone.
Medicaid Provider Under Investigation for Spying on Patients and Legislators
Superior HealthPlan CEO acknowledges company hired investigators to research patients, journalists, and state officials.
State Issues Cease-and-Desist to Islamic Group Over Funeral Violations
The announcement comes after Abbott revealed that a dozen state agencies are investigating potential illegal activity tied to the controversial EPIC City project.
Groups Warn Texas Ethics Commission Is Chilling Citizen Speech
The Institute for Free Speech warned that Texas’ interpretation of lobbying could have ensnared the Founding Fathers themselves.
Texas Senators Unanimously Approve Biennial Budget
Only $6 billion of the budget is allocated to new property tax relief.
Hegar’s Departure Sparks Early GOP Battle for Comptroller
Don Huffines and Christi Craddick discuss their early campaigns to be Texas’ top accountant.
Cornyn and Cruz Warn Texas Lobbying Law Threatens Political Speech
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.
Audit Shows $5.1 Million Price Tag for Failed Paxton Impeachment
The audit was requested 550 days ago by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.