The U.S. Department of Homeland Security reported that 495 unaccompanied minors entered Texas on September 12.
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State Appeals Court Allows County to Force Masks on Citizens
The Texas legislature declined to address the issue last year.
Kinney County Rancher Warns Illegal Border Crossings Will Affect All Texans
“Even though it seems like it’s just my problem because I live on the border, it’s not just my problem. You need to realize they’re coming to you.”
Negligent or Complicit? Abbott-Appointed University Officials Allowing Faculty to Engage in Child Mutilation Experiments
“This is medical tyranny and child abuse in the worst way possible.”
Gubernatorially Absent
With just over 50 days until the GOP primary, incumbent Greg Abbott has been skipping all of the Republican candidate forums.
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Weakened Critical Race Theory Bill Awaits Abbott’s Signature
Though the bill prohibits teaching that one race or sex is inherently superior to another, some additions to the bill have raised concerns amongst conservatives.
Former Texas Supreme Court Justice Eva Guzman Prepares Run for Attorney General
A potential growing Republican primary field for the seat might spell trouble for Paxton and likely fracture support between conservative grassroots and more establishment Republicans.
Overcoming a ‘Lumbering’ System
Legislation passed this spring seeks to overcome “lumbering” bureaucracy, says foster care advocate.
State Rep. James White Not Seeking Re-Election, Leaves Door Open for Statewide Office
White has served as the state representative for six legislative sessions after first being elected in the fall of 2010.
Autopsy Report: Lack of Emergency Powers Reform Despite Outcry From Texans
The Legislature adjourned approving a mere patchwork of bills, with only a few addressing the concerns that were raised in the wake of the pandemic.
Abbott Announces Plans to Build Border Wall
The governor says details will be announced next week.
Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Failed Officials Who Support It
Not only do citizens oppose the practice, but it also failed on important issues of two of Texas’ largest cities.
Texas Local Governments Publicly Promoting Hazardous Sexual Behavior, Gender Confusion
“What other sexual proclivities will you be supporting?”
Freedom Caucus Member Wants Dan Patrick Out of Office
Freshman Rep. Cody Vasut tells a local business group that fellow Republican Patrick “needs to go.”
Autopsy Report: Texas Lawmakers Didn’t Protect Women’s Sports
If Gov. Greg Abbott doesn’t act, young women remain at risk of losing their athletic opportunities.
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Subsidizing DMN with Moving-Picture Money
With taxpayers’ money, Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program has subsidized the production of at least one commercial for the Dallas Morning News.
Getting Soaked?
Lawmakers tell you they are going to “invest” your money, but they really mean “spend.”
House ObamaCare Sneak Foiled
Republican John Zerwas almost sneaked Medicaid expansion into the House budget. He was stopped.
Hollywood Handouts Before Teachers and Taxpayers
Texas lawmakers had a chance to help taxpayers and teachers by cutting the corporate welfare to Hollywood, but they chose Hollywood.
The Void of Conservative Leadership
Conservatives across the board are missing a great opportunity to put bold policy reforms in place because of a void in leadership within the movement.
Evaporating Commitments
Legislators have displayed a willingness to spend and grow government instead of promoting the conservative fiscal policies.
Bag the Bans
A bill by State Rep. Drew Springer would invalidate any local ban on bags given to customers at a point of sale based on the material they are made out of.
Uncapped Potential
Patrick wants to uncap the number of charter schools allowed to operate in the state, among other things.
Fraud and Futility
Once again, government incompetency has resulted in the massive waste of taxpayer dollars.
Strengthening RDF Protections
Support Responsibility! State Rep. Charles Perry is following through on his pledge to support the Texas...