Attorney General Ken Paxton said biological males have no place in girls’ sports.
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Texas GOP Officially Opposes Red-Light Camera Ticketing Legislation
The party’s legislative priorities committee red-lighted Republican lawmakers’ efforts to revive red-light ticketing schemes for school buses.
Texas A&M Regents Unanimously Pick Hegar as Next Chancellor
Comptroller Glenn Hegar is set to take on a new role on June 30.
Ted Cruz Endorses Don Huffines for Texas Comptroller
The endorsement comes as the comptroller’s office prepares for a change in leadership.
Harrison Criticizes Lack of Public Testimony on House Budget
State Rep. Brian Harrison says keeping taxpayers out of the room is indefensible.
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Federal Judge Blocks Voter ID Requirement for Texas Mail Ballots
Judge Xavier Rodriguez has ruled against several provisions of a comprehensive election integrity measure enacted in 2021.
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.
Republican Lawmaker’s Mic Cut by Democrat Chair After Objecting To Alleged Rules Breach
State Rep. Brian Harrison said Democrats are controlling the Texas House.
Analysis: A Bad Week for Gambling Interests in Texas
Between legislative pressure and citizens pushing back against casinos, gambling advocates face an uphill battle.
Professors Testify Against Faculty Senate Reform Proposal
The measure pushes back against “shared governance” between faculty and boards of regents.
Court Blocks Biden-era Rule Demanding Foster Care Providers Affirm LGBT Identities
Texas sued the Biden administration over the rule last year.
A Conversation on the Future of Border Security
Border officials emphasized that with Trump now in office, the real work of eliminating the cartels currently operating in the country can finally begin.
Texas Tech Medical School Commits to Race-Neutral Admissions in Legal Settlement
An America First Legal lawsuit prompted the school to pledge to ignore race in admissions.
Taxpayers Are Funding Illegals’ Defense Attorneys
The state’s ongoing border security efforts come at a cost.
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New Measure Seeks to End Faculty Senate Power in University Decision-Making
The measure follows faculty senate clashes with both lawmakers and a university’s board of regents.
House Lawmaker Files Measure To Allow Over-the-counter Ivermectin
Texas is one of several states filing legislation to make ivermectin more accessible.
Texas Senators Rip Lottery Commission in Committee Hearing, Pass Courier Ban
During the hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued a statement calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to expand his investigation into the commission.
Texas Home School Coalition Warns Lobbying Law Threatens Political Speech
THSC is warning that the Texas Ethics Commission’s actions could severely limit the ability of parents and advocacy groups to engage in the political process.
Abbott Says ‘Sharia Cities’ Are Not Allowed in Texas
The controversy erupted after reports surfaced that the East Plano Islamic Center is developing a 402-acre planned community centered around a mosque and Islamic school.
Dan Patrick: If We Can’t Trust the Texas Lottery, the Senate Will End It
The lieutenant governor says the Texas Lottery Commission’s sudden reversal on online courier sales won’t stop the Senate from investigating.
Texas Lottery Commissioner Resigns as Commission Faces Scrutiny
The resignation comes just ahead of a key hearing in the Texas Senate on legislation that could impact the future of online lottery sales.
State Sen. Kolkhorst Files Legislation Safeguarding Texas Land From Foreign Threats
The measure would allow the attorney general’s office to step in if they suspect that a certain foreign purchase would create a national security risk.
Senators on Texas Education Committee Advance Teacher Pay Raises
The measure would also expand teachers’ opportunities to receive performance-based bonuses and provide them with free pre-kindergarten.
House Chairman Blocks Resolution Honoring Late Conservative Activist Jill Glover
Shelley Luther says Jared Patterson also disallowed her resolution honoring the hospital that saved her life.