“The bill tackles a number of educational tactics feared by some Republicans to be nascent trends in the classroom, such as ‘action civics,’ overly political curriculums, and a strain of sociological thought.”
Iris Poole
Mask Requirement Removed in Texas House
In the Senate, visitors are still required to submit to a COVID test or show proof of vaccination.
Critical Race Theory Ban Passes Senate
“When Texan parents send their children to school, they expect their students to learn to think critically.”
Texas House Sends Bipartisan THC Bill to the Senate
“The state of Texas has not allowed me to completely follow my Hippocratic oath, and I believe that I may have done harm by not being able to prescribe medicinal cannabis to some of my patients.”
Texas to Gain 2 New Congressional Seats After Census
Texas has gained more than 4 million residents since 2010 and is the only state to gain more than one congressional seat.
House Approves Reform to Asset Forfeiture
“This bill will ensure that the burden is always on the state of Texas.”
More Than $71M Spent on Green Energy Lobbyists in Texas
After millions of Texans lost power as a result of the storms, many lawmakers and elected officials immediately started speculating who was at fault.
Dan Patrick Says Senate Doesn’t Have Votes to Pass Constitutional Carry
“If the Senate is convinced that the people of Texas will not be satisfied unless Constitutional Carry passes this year, the Senate can find the votes for Constitutional Carry.”
Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Ban for Cities, Counties Passes Texas Senate
“Texas voters simply do not want the local officials they have elected to represent them spending their tax dollars on hired-gun lobbyists who often have no connection to their community and may be working against their interests.”
Senate Committee Meets to Discuss Homeless Camping
“The current system is not safe or working for anyone—not for those experiencing homelessness; not for the public living, working, or visiting downtown; and not for the businesses seeking to relocate here.”