Trump has said he will fight any Republican who votes for impeachment.
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9 Texas Congressmen Press Texas Association of School Boards to Leave National Organization
The Texas Association of School Boards maintains its membership in the National School Board Association, which called parents “domestic terrorists” in September.
Abbott’s Former Secretary of State Says No Party Has ‘Monopoly on Good Government’
In a Facebook post, State Republican Executive Committeeman Carlos Cascos took a neutral tone when it comes to electing Democrats.
Democrat Candidate for Texas House Defends Pornographic Content in Tyler ISD
Cody Grace, a Democrat candidate for Texas House District 6, defended pornography in Tyler ISD while calling concerned parents “extremist.”
State Agency Imposes Vax-Or-Else Policy
“Employees who fail to comply with this policy will be subject to discipline up to and including termination.”
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Constitutional Carry Gets Approval in Texas Senate
Ultimately, the measure passed by a vote of 18 in favor and 13 in opposition after being amended several times, altering the House’s approved version.
Election Integrity Advocates Expect Results From Texas Lawmakers
The clock is ticking for the Legislature to pass priority election reforms. Grassroots advocates expect no less.
Texas House Approves Landmark Pro-Life ‘Heartbeat Bill’
“The Texas Heartbeat Act will protect the lives of our most precious Texans starting at the moment their heart begins to beat.”
Senate Hearing Scheduled for Ban on Vaccine Passports
State Sen. Bob Hall’s bill advances individual medical freedom.
Controversial Texas Pandemic Response Act Gets a New Revision
“With HB 3, House Republicans are endorsing the biggest policy mistake and invasion of personal liberties in our lifetime and setting the stage for it to happen again.“ – Former State Rep. Matt Rinaldi
Pro-Texas Curriculum Could Come to Schools
The Texas House passed legislation to establish the “1836 Project,” which mirrors President Trump’s “1776 Project.”
McIntire: Stop Bill Targeting Parental Right to Record
Texas law already gives parents the right to record audio and/or video under one-party recording laws, as long as they are part of the conversation.
Texas Legislature Urged to Follow Florida’s Lead on Vaccine Passport Ban
Time is running out to protect individuals’ medical freedom in the state.
Senate Passes Another Emergency Powers Reform Bill, House Reluctant to Take Up Issue
Bills reforming the executive branch and local government authorities have now passed the Senate but face uncertainty in House.
Texas House Committee Rejects Proposal to Protect Women’s Sports
Young women remain vulnerable to losing their athletic opportunities.
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Protecting Taxpayers
State Representative Tim Kleinschmidt has joined the ranks of other state officials pledging to oppose tax increases. This especially important as lawmakers start to work on a tight budget amid calls for new revenues.
LBB’s Good, Bad & Laughable
The Legislative Budget Board recently published their recommendations to close the budget shortfall. While some suggestions will please conservatives, many others will leave them shaking their heads.
Budget Shortfall Blown Out of Proportions!
I’m sure that you’ve all heard of the “Blame America First” crowd, but have you heard of the “Tear Texas Down” crowd?
Prudent Spending Will Keep Texas Healthy
Tax-and-spend liberals would have us believe that all music, joy and laughter will fade away unless legislators hike spending and raise taxes.
Balanced Budget Without New Taxes
Today the Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute proposed their roadmap for how lawmakers might go about balancing the state budget without raising taxes, keeping us competitive and helping ensure economic growth in the future.
Campaign Promises Matter
There’s a saying, “to make policy, you have to win politically” – and that is what conservatives did with distinction on November 2nd of last year. What’s yet to be seen is if the platform of limited government, less spending, and no new taxes championed by so many of the electoral victors will indeed be fully acted on legislatively.
Majority Decision
Political contests shouldn’t be about personalities, but rather focused on policy outcomes; we are talking about the business and future of Texas, after all. Ironically, the first business of the House of this 82nd Legislature might be more about the people than the principles driving the politics.
Sunsetting the Sunset Commission?
During a legislative session where creating more efficiency in government is essential, some legislators are examining ways to streamline the Sunset process so that it can live up to its purpose.
House Sets Example For Budget Cuts
The House should be commended for the unanimous decision today to cut their office budgets across the board.
Conservatives’ Eyes Should Focus on Pitts
It seems like the more things change, the more things stay the same for Representative Jim Pitts.