Jeramy Kitchen

Jeramy Kitchen

Jeramy Kitchen serves as the Capitol Correspondent for Texas Scorecard as well as host of 'This Week in Texas', a show previewing the week ahead in Texas politics. After managing campaigns for conservative legislators across the state, serving as Chief of Staff for multiple conservative state legislators, and serving as Legislative Director for the largest public policy think tank in Texas, Jeramy moved outside of the Austin bubble to focus on bringing transparency to the legislative process.
Democrat Quorum-Breaker Michelle Beckley Bows Out of Bid for Congress
Democrat Quorum-Breaker Michelle Beckley Bows Out of Bid for Congress
October 20, 2021
Running since July, she blames the near-final disposition of redistricting boundaries.
Former Coalition Candidates Now Competing Against One Another
Former Coalition Candidates Now Competing Against One Another
October 19, 2021
Former Austin City Councilwoman Ellen Troxclair finds herself going head-to-head with Justin Berry in newly drawn Texas House District 19.
Third Special Session Concludes With Unfinished Business
Third Special Session Concludes With Unfinished Business
October 19, 2021
It is unclear whether the Texas Legislature will return for additional special legislative sessions to address issues left on the table.
Legislature Gives Last-Minute Property Tax Relief Trinket After Negotiations Break Down
Legislature Gives Last-Minute Property Tax Relief Trinket After Negotiations Break Down
October 18, 2021
In a last-ditch effort, lawmakers filed and considered a proposed constitutional amendment that would do next to nothing to tackle the ever-growing...
House Blocks Attempt to Address Skyrocketing Tuition and Fees for Higher Education
House Blocks Attempt to Address Skyrocketing Tuition and Fees for Higher Education
October 18, 2021
Republican State Rep. Matt Schaefer (Tyler) unsuccessfully attempted to amend legislation issuing billions of dollars more to universities and...
Crowded Field to Replace Larson for San Antonio-Area House Seat Emerges
Crowded Field to Replace Larson for San Antonio-Area House Seat Emerges
October 14, 2021
Shortly after Larson announced he would not seek re-election, four candidates announced they are vying for the Republican nomination in the 2022...
Patrick Requests Consideration of Tuition Revenue Bonds on Special Session Agenda
Patrick Requests Consideration of Tuition Revenue Bonds on Special Session Agenda
October 13, 2021
He chose not to prioritize such legislation in 2019, and critics of TRBs chide the non-transparent way additional debt obligations are authorized.
House Approves New District Maps After Contentious Debate
House Approves New District Maps After Contentious Debate
October 13, 2021
Passed with bipartisan support and works to shore up incumbent lawmakers, while only targeting a few.
Where Priorities Stand With 1 Week Left in Third Special Session
Where Priorities Stand With 1 Week Left in Third Special Session
October 11, 2021
No items on Gov. Abbott's agenda have made it through the entirety of the legislative process.
Trump Accuses Phelan of Blocking Election Audit Legislation
Trump Accuses Phelan of Blocking Election Audit Legislation
October 9, 2021
Accuses him of being another Mitch McConnell and weak RINO.
Conservative Groups Implore House Republicans to Save Tarrant County House District
Conservative Groups Implore House Republicans to Save Tarrant County House District
October 9, 2021
The House is set to consider the proposed district boundaries on Tuesday, October 12.
Texas GOP Pens Open Letter to Gov. Abbott
Texas GOP Pens Open Letter to Gov. Abbott
October 8, 2021
The letter asks him to support medical freedom and personal responsibility.