One year later, Speaker Dade Phelan has still refused to provide taxpayers with the information.
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Democrat Ana-Maria Ramos Enters Race for Speaker of the House
Ramos is the first Democrat to file for the position.
John Smithee Files for Speaker of the House
Smithee is the fifth Republican candidate to mount a challenge to incumbent Dade Phelan.
AG Paxton Cautions Against Unsolicited Voter Registration Applications
The advisory responds to recent mass mailouts of unsolicited voter registration forms by third parties at taxpayers’ expense.
Over $1 Million Worth of Methamphetamine Seized at Del Rio Bridge
This is one of the latest narcotics shipments busted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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‘Secret Speech Police’ Granted Exclusive Power Over Campaign Violations, Court Rules
The Court of Criminal Appeals says the Texas Ethics Commission has exclusive jurisdiction over matters regarding campaign law violations.
Speaker Phelan Used State Jet for Campaign Activities
A new report shows House Speaker Dade Phelan used a state jet to attend a football game and raise money for his campaign.
Records, Video Show Cole Hefner Skipped Paxton Impeachment Vote
An investigation into lawmakers’ use of state jets has revealed that Cole Hefner “ghost voted” to impeach Ken Paxton last year while using a government plane for personal business.
Senate Committees to Investigate Runoff Elections, DEI Policies, and Impeachment Procedures
Charges issued earlier this year included property tax relief, protecting Texas land from hostile foreign ownership, and strengthening laws preventing electioneering by school districts and other political subdivisions.
Gov. Abbott Rips Biden-Harris Administration for Undercutting Texas Border Security Efforts
“I will not cede state land to transnational criminal cartels smuggling people, weapons, and drugs,” wrote Abbott.
James Frank Becomes Fourth Member to Challenge Dade Phelan for Speaker
Frank joins State Reps. Tom Oliverson, Shelby Slawson, and David Cook in challenging Phelan for the position.
Elon Musk Notches Legal Win Over Liberal Attack Group
Media Matters will have to defend its effort to drive advertisers from X.
Venezuelan Gang Members Arrested for Murder Were First Apprehended in Texas
Four members of the violent Tren de Aragua gang have been arrested in Aurora, Colorado in connection to a shooting and attempted murder.
Beth Van Duyne Tapped to Lead Texas GOP Victory Effort Ahead of November Election
Before being elected to Congress in 2020, Van Duyne served in the Trump administration as part of the Department of Housing and Urban Development and previously held office as Mayor of Irving.
Texas Spent $221 Million Busing Illegal Aliens Out of State
Taxpayers bore the costs of paying bus companies to transport illegal aliens north.
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San Diego Border Patrol Flies Illegal Aliens to Texas
A California official is warning that illegal aliens are being flown from San Diego to McAllen on taxpayers’ dime.
Texas Halts Birth Certificate Sex Changes for Gender-confused Individuals
This policy change follows the Texas Department of Public Safety’s recent announcement that they will no longer process sex changes on drivers’ licenses.
Patrick Calls Phelan a ‘RINORAD’ over Property Tax Relief Dispute
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says House Speaker Dade Phelan is a “Republican in Name Only, Really a Democrat”
AG Paxton Threatens Lawsuits Against Bexar and Harris Counties Over Controversial Voter Registration Funding
According to the attorney general, county commissioners courts may not mail unsolicited voter registration applications.
Comptroller Glenn Hegar Slams Lawsuit Against Texas’ ESG Restrictions
Hegar accused the left-wing business lobby challenging the state law of seeking to undermine state sovereignty.
State Rep. Shawn Thierry Joins Republican Party, Citing Democrat Party’s Leftward Shift
While Thierry will not return to the legislature next session, she joins a growing list of Texas Democrats who have switched parties.
Uvalde County’s Gang Crackdown Leads to Arrest of Over 30 Individuals
The arrests follow a two-year investigation targeting violent gang activity and drug trafficking organizations in the area.
‘Spending Spiral’ Pushes Local Finances to Brink
Accrual accounting recognizes liabilities at the time they are incurred and could dramatically change municipal budgeting.
Attorney General Paxton Launches Illegal Voting Tipline
The attorney general also issued guidance on election law as part of his office’s Election Integrity Initiative.
Texas Comptroller Releases Study on Housing Affordability Challenges
The report details how government regulation has diminished the number of units built over the last fifteen years.