Phelan stood firm on his view of the legislation’s necessity, at one point suggesting that its penalties should be even stricter.
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School Choice Battle Intensifies as Texas House Committee Hears Testimony
The proposal is a key priority for Gov. Greg Abbott, who made school choice a central issue in last year’s Republican primaries.
Dade Phelan’s Bill Would Criminalize Political Memes
Courts have routinely struck down laws that regulate political discourse based on content, citing the First Amendment’s strong protections for satire and parody.
Dustin Burrows Turns Over Paxton Impeachment Records to Dan Patrick for Audit
With the records now in the hands of State Auditor Lisa Collier, the full details of how the Texas House under Phelan managed impeachment spending will soon come to light.
House Committee Weighs Education Spending Bill as School Choice Fight Looms
Both teacher pay raises and school choice have been deemed emergency items by Gov. Greg Abbott.
Abbott on Texas Lottery: Investigation Will Determine Next Steps
The Lottery Commission is currently under investigation by the Texas Rangers and the Attorney General.
Texas House Keeps Democrat Adviser Hugh Brady on Payroll at $233K
Records obtained by Texas Scorecard confirm that Brady is continuing to receive a $233,730 salary—more than the governor’s.
Trump Renames Texas Wildlife Refuge in Honor of Murdered 12-Year-Old Jocelyn Nungaray
Under the directive, the Department of the Interior has 30 days to update all federal references to reflect the new name.
Trump on the $100 Bill? Freshman Congressman Aims To Make It Happen
U.S. Rep. Brandon Gill wants to recognize Trump’s impact by placing his likeness on the nation’s most circulated banknote.
Trump Invites Texans to Highly Anticipated Joint Address
Each guest has been invited to serve as a reminder of the consequences of the Biden administration’s failed policies and the impact of Trump’s leadership.