While one proposal would codify a ban on the practice of allowing Texans to purchase lottery tickets online, another would legitimize and regulate the industry.
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Abbott Signs ‘Parent Empowerment’ Measures into Law
“We’re not done yet.” —Texas Gov. Greg Abbott
Gov. Greg Abbott to Finally End Texas’ COVID-19 Disaster Declaration
More than three years later, Texas will finally be free of the COVID emergency.
Texas Homeschool Students Anticipate School Choice Legislation
Texas Home School Coalition says school choice legislation can only positively affect homeschooled students.
AG Ken Paxton’s Attorneys Send Cease and Desist Letter to House Members
Paxton’s attorneys say the House is illegally seeking to gather more evidence after sending articles of impeachment to the Senate.
MOST RECENT
Test Results Show Texas Students Falling Behind in Reading and Math
Recent test scores show a decline in reading and math skills for elementary and middle school students.
Abbott Takes Aim at O’Rourke for Soft on Crime Policy
“If Beto O’Rourke is elected governor, there will be more violence and more victims.”
Texas Attorney General Launches 2022 General Election Integrity Team
Paxton’s team will serve as a statewide resource to both election officials and the public.
Another Republican-led County Declares Border Invasion, But Many Still Refuse
“The governor of Texas, as commander-in-chief of the military forces of the state, take all necessary and legal steps to preserve and protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Texas.”
State Agency Refuses Interview Request From Conservative Journalist
TDSHS’ Democrat spokesman doesn’t like the politics of talk radio host Chris Salcedo, so he refused an interview request with the newly appointed interim director.
Teachers Sound Off on Potential COVID Shot Mandate for Kids
Thirty-two percent of teachers say students should be required to have a COVID shot to enter school, but 42 percent say no.
O’Rourke Tries to Backtrack on Open Border Policies
The gubernatorial election showcases vastly different border security policies.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Google for Violation of Privacy
“Google’s indiscriminate collection of the personal information of Texans … will not be tolerated.”
Analysis: TLR Won’t Fight Against a Democrat AG?
Meanwhile, Texans for Lawsuit Reforms is helping protect Democrats from the predicted Republican wave.
Greg Abbott, Dan Patrick, Ken Paxton Take Double-Digit Leads
New poll shows Texas voters prepared to lock Democrats out of statewide office again.
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Pension Obligation Bonds, Yea or Nay?
Pension obligation bonds are used by government to buy down unfunded liabilities, but are they the best bet for taxpayers?
House Issues Interim Report on Pensions Ahead of Session
An interim report by the Texas House Pensions Committee highlights some recommendations compiled from statewide pension hearings.
University of Texas Lobbying for Liberal Policies
While liberal university administrators advocating for liberal political outcomes is hardly surprising, the overtness of the University of Texas’ contempt and disdain for both the Texas Legislature and the citizens that elected them is staggering.
Loyalty Vote on Day One
Loyalty, that is, to the Democrat coalition’s chosen House speaker, not the conservative principles embraced by Texas voters.
Will Abbott Rein-in Gambling Speculators with Racing Commission Pick?
Gov. Abbott has a choice. A citizen leader committed to upholding the rule of law? Or another industry insider?
Blame Texas Republicans for the National Bathroom Battle
By failing to defend basic rights in 2015, state lawmakers emboldened left-wing assaults on culture.
Huffman Files Bill To End Government Collection of Union Dues
Union dues collection by government agencies has been an issue that the conservative grassroots has wanted to end for some time and they may have a chance this legislative session.
TAB: Just Another Liberal Lobby Group
While the organization boldly touts itself as the leading voice for business it often abandons their interests to instead support liberal policy initiatives.
Senator’s Conflict of Interest Presents Hurdle for Design-Build
A cost-saving tool could save taxpayers up to 29% on highway projects. But will one senator stand in the way?
Citizens Want Genuine Ethics Reform
Will legislators stand with citizens, or will they cheat their own voters by pushing unconstitutional measures designed to avoid transparency for themselves?