Texas Scorecard has consolidated the recommendations for voting on the upcoming state constitutional amendments.
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Charter Schools Gaining Momentum in Texas
The latest Texas Education Agency report shows nearly 70 percent of charter schools currently have waitlists.
Border Encounters With Unaccompanied Children Surge in February
A 37 percent increase in kids crossing the border alone left an average of 520 children in custody per day and thousands more unaccounted for.
Texas Cities Give Millions to Apple, Undermining Republican Priorities
Over the course of 10 years, three cities gave Apple more than $10 million in taxpayer funds.
San Antonio Public School Segregates Students in Anti-racism Exercise
Harassing fifth-graders, Leon Springs Elementary subjected students to blatant segregation and inappropriate content.
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After Being Censured, State Rep. Chris Paddie Announces He Won’t Run for Re-election
The move comes in the wake of evidence of growing dissatisfaction amongst his constituents.
Abbott Adds Items to Ongoing Special Session Agenda
The additional items include property tax relief and a constitutional amendment related to bail reform.
Democrat State Rep. Celia Israel Not Seeking Re-election, Considering Run for Austin Mayor
Confirming rumors that have circulated over the last few months, Israel will likely be one of a few who add their name to the list of public officials running for the seat.
Lavish School Spending in Crosshairs as Property Tax Bill Advances in Senate
“It may keep them from putting travertine tile in the football stadiums’ restrooms.”
First Look at Proposed Senate Redistricting Maps
Maps set the stage for Republicans to shore up competitive districts from previous election cycles.
Beto O’Rourke Reportedly Considering Bid for Texas Governor
Reports claim that the former congressman may be planning a gubernatorial campaign for 2022.
Former State Sen. Pete Flores Announces for Senate in a Different District
Flores had previously served as the state senator for Senate District 19 from 2018 to 2020. He has announced for Senate District 24.
Gov. Abbott Blames Federal Government for Texas Border Crisis
Just six hours after saying he would close points of entry on the southern border, Abbott reversed his decision, blaming the Biden administration.
Waller: Chinese Backdoor Threatens Next Texas Blackout
Houston has a problem.
Speaker Phelan Names New House Committee Ahead of Upcoming Special Session
Among the membership are Democrat lawmakers who busted quorum. Notably, the committee’s priorities are not on the upcoming special session agenda.
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State Leaders Join Lawsuit to Constrain Same-Sex Marriage Ruling
Houston taxpayers challenging an unconstitutional action by former Mayor Annise Parker now have the support of some of the state’s strongest lawmakers.
Liberal University Administrators Attack Conservative Students
After liberal students damaged and destroyed the property of conservatives students engaging in free speech the university is blaming the victims.
No Support from Straus
Republicans facing tough re-election fights will have to succeed without the help of House Speaker Joe Straus.
Rigging Elections
It is readily apparent local elections are, indeed, being rigged right here in the Lone Star State. Will lawmakers now step up to secure our elections?
Swan Song for Parental Choice Opponents
While the Texas House continues to move toward stymieing school choice, a good number of the loudest voices won’t be coming back to Austin next year.
Pay Raise For Politicians
Texas “Ethics” Commission lets legislators take home 15 percent more while giving lobbyists more room to wine and dine in the shadows.
Complaint Against Empower Texans Officially Dismissed
The Texas Ethics Commission voted unanimously to dismiss a complaint that was filed against Empower Texans four and a half years ago.
TEC Considering Pay Raise for Lawmakers
The Texas Ethics Commission could make it even easier for lobbyists to win and dine public officials.
GOP Caucus Again Betrayed by Straus
The caucus promised Speaker Straus would appoint the “best possible Democrat” to the TEC, but he has betrayed their promises. Now they have grown silent.
TPPF: Protect the ESF
The Texas Public Policy Foundation is giving lawmakers recommendations on the state’s “rainy day fund.”