The executive committee of the Parker County Republican Party passed a resolution last week calling on lawmakers to use the state’s surplus to pass meaningful property tax relief.
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Privacy Rights Prevail in Battle over Drones
One of the 86th’s biggest behind-the-scenes battles has come to a close, and your privacy rights in relation to drones are safe for now.
Pro-Life Priority Gets Second Chance in Bonnen’s House
Hancock’s PreNDA bill closes a loophole and outlaws remaining late-term abortions in Texas.
Tax ‘Swap’ Defeat Begets Spending Cuts, Greater Relief
With Abbott’s sales tax increase defeated, lawmakers should keep promises to cut spending and provide greater property tax relief.
Texas Senate Unchains Property Tax Relief from Sales Tax Increase
Bettencourt —who has been a vocal opponent to the sales tax increase proposal— said the changes that occurred to House Bill 3 today in the Senate presented a win for taxpayers.
Senate’s School Safety Plan Advances Despite Conservative Opposition
Last week, JoAnn Fleming issued an email alert urging lawmakers to “Kill this Bill Now!”
Licensed Carry in Places of Worship Passes Senate
“I was honored to carry this bill after the tragic shooting in Sutherland Springs and dedicate its passage to those victims and their families.”
School Finance Reform Rushed Through Committee
Lawmakers didn’t receive a final copy of the 300-page committee substitute until it was distributed upon their arrival to the committee meeting.
Property Tax Reform Passes Texas House
“I have stated this multiple times, and I will state it again: This legislation does not lower anyone’s taxes,” said Burrows. “It’s a transparency bill—no more, no less.”
Democrats Fail in Effort to Defeat Campus Free Speech Bill
If passed, the bill would require universities to adopt policies on their campus protecting the speech of students.