Twenty-seven states and the District of Columbia have filed suit against the direct to consumer genetic testing company, 23andMe, over concerns regarding the sale of personal information.
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Report Reveals Deep Flaws in Texas Ethics Commission
Despite its criticism of the TEC, the report makes a recommendation to weaken judicial oversight of the agency.
UT System Regents Approve Free Tuition for Families Making $100K or Less
Texans question the decision.
AG Ken Paxton Sues Dallas Over Decriminalization of Marijuana
According to Paxton, the charter amendment renders marijuana statutes unenforceable by local law enforcement in violation of Texas law.
Legislation Filed to Require Country-of-Origin Labeling on Beef
The measure would require all beef sold in Texas to carry a country-of-origin label.
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Another DPS ‘Most Wanted’ Illegal Alien Captured
Jose Miguel Zelaya-Ponce had previously been released into the country on an order of recognizance.
Texas A&M Promotes LGBT Ideology in Memorial Student Center
The university’s promotion of radical gender ideology has been going on for years.
Dade Phelan’s New Chief of Staff is a Democrat Donor
Toomey has given thousands of dollars since 2015 to liberal Democrat lawmakers.
UT System Prohibits Political Statements From its Universities
The new policy language bars institutions from issuing official positions on “issues of the day.”
Texas Public Policy Foundation’s Pastors Event Calls Out ‘Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing’
State Rep. Nate Schatzline opened by discussing how “public schools are failing our children academically and spiritually.”
‘Red Power’ Sounds Alarm on Unreliable Energy Dependence
“Green energy is driving China’s Red Power. And you’re paying for it.”
House Lawmakers Examine Persistent Issues Plaguing Texas Elections
Counties need to tighten up election practices to ensure trust in results.
BRAVE Books Story Hours Promote Christian & American Values
The “See You at the Library” event in Williamson County involved prayer, patriotic pledges, and family-friendly books.
Abbott Announces Removal of Over One Million Ineligible Voters from Texas Rolls
Abbott says Secretary of State Jane Nelson is “in the process of sending” 1,930 noncitizen voting records to the Attorney General “for investigation and potential legal action.”
Texas Releases Election Audit Results for 2021-22 Ahead of House Hearing
The Secretary of State selected four counties for audit by random drawing: Harris, Cameron, Guadalupe, and Eastland.
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Corrupting Texas Education: Failing Children
“It is so easy to be wrong—and to persist in being wrong—when the costs of being wrong are paid by others.” – Thomas Sowell
Will Texas Pass Border Security Measures?
“Several priority bills remain stuck in committee, several without so much as a hearing,” said Chris Russo.
Texas GOP Endorses Local Candidates on May Ballot
Early voting is underway now through Tuesday, May 2. Election Day is Saturday, May 6.
Texas’ Republican House Speaker Wants a Vacation
The Texas House has only passed one piece of GOP priority legislation.
‘Woke Capitalism’ Advocate BlackRock Hires Lobbyists in Texas Capitol
ESG investing is a form of “stakeholder capitalism,” which prioritizes investments based on social or political desires rather than strictly on profits.
Corrupting Texas Education: The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
“A man is known by the company he keeps.”
Pro-family Group Runs Anti-gambling Ad in House Speaker Phelan’s District
The television ad features former State Rep. Bill Zedler condemning casino gambling.
Lawmakers Consider Prohibiting State Universities From Investing in Energy Boycotts
“Texas cannot afford to allow activists to hijack and deplete funding for its elite higher education programs,” said Chase Martin.
Legislation Bringing Prayer Back to Schools Passes the Senate
“Our schools are not God-free zones.” – State Sen. Mayes Middleton
Majority of House Members Indicate Support for More Corporate Welfare Handouts
Its future in the Senate, however, is much less certain.