“The Senate has passed that bill four times, and it has failed in the House. … We will pass it again.”
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GOP Judiciary Chairman Demands Investigation Into Allegations Against AG Paxton
“If there is any truth whatsoever to the factual and legal claims of your own senior staff, I believe you must voluntarily resign your position and urge you to do so.”
Radio Ad Invites Texans to Protest Abbott’s Shutdowns
The protest is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Governor’s Mansion.
Report: University of Texas One of Nation’s Worst Campuses for Free Speech
A new survey shows UT Austin campus as one of the worst campuses for free speech nationwide.
Biedermann Pledges Legislation to Take Back Control Over Alamo
“The city of San Antonio and the GLO have abused their authority, and it’s time for Texas to take back the entire Alamo Plaza through the power of eminent domain if necessary.”
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Sales Tax Collections Down Again as Texas Economy Struggles Under Shutdowns
On Tuesday, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said state sales tax revenue totaled $2.67 billion in June, 6.5 percent less than in June 2019.
Blog: Don’t Quit, We Must Win
Good causes are never lost.
County Official Invites State Republican Convention to North Texas
“Collin County is open and welcoming to our statewide conservative colleagues and delegates.”
New Ad Claims Troy Nehls ‘Blamed and Shamed’ Sex Trafficking Victim
Kathaleen Wall and Troy Nehls are in a runoff election for Houston-area Congressional District 22.
Friday Roundup Podcast: 06/26/2020
Former State Rep. Matt Rinaldi and Jackie Schlegel from Texans for Vaccine Choice are here to discuss the latest news surrounding COVID in Texas.
A Second Shutdown? Abbott Closes Bars, Other Businesses
The announcement comes just one day after Texas’ Governor announced a “temporary pause” on further phases of reopening.
TABC Shuts Down Texas Bars for Violating Reopening Guidelines
Twelve bars had their permits pulled over the weekend in “Operation Safe Open.”
Lawmakers on Abbott Mask Order: ‘Tyranny, Plain and Simple’
“The Governor needs to stop playing games.”
Legislator: ‘We Don’t Need A King in the Governor’s Mansion‘
Another lawmaker calls it “another example“ of Gov. Abbott‘s “government overreach.”
Cities Want Power to Jail Maskless Texans
Want Gov. Abbott to let them enforce “face covering” regulations.
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RECAP: Central Texas Property Tax Increases
How much more will you have to pay next year?
The Woodlands Township Votes Against Conroe ISD Taxpayers
In 5-2 vote, The Woodlands Township board caves to Democrats and endorses bloated Conroe ISD spending package.
Abbott Praises Bonnen on His Way Out
Despite a quid pro quo scandal, Abbott praises Bonnen for “his commitment to making Texas a better state.”
Leach Breaks Silence on Bonnen Audio…To Apologize to Local Politicians
Leach, who defended Bonnen earlier this summer, had so far been silent on the issue since the audio’s release.
Two Harris County Commissioners Block Tax Hike by Busting Quorum
Commissioners boycott meeting, breaking quorum needed for a proposed 11.4 percent tax increase.
50,000 Attend Houston Event with Trump, Indian Prime Minister Modi
Historic “Howdy, Modi!” event in Texas is the largest-ever address by a foreign leader in America.
Chris Putnam Raises Over $500k in Granger Challenge
“Being able to build such a substantial war chest this early shows that we will be able to bring the fight to Kay Granger in March.”
The Woodlands Township Rejects Tax Increase
A victory for taxpayers in the Woodlands following the conclusion of a standoff among members of the township’s elected officials.
Denton Joins Property Tax Revolution
City of Denton adopts property tax rate offsetting appraised value increases.
Will Texas Homeowners See Higher Property Tax Bills?
Though some property tax reforms take effect this year, local officials can still collect and spend more of taxpayers’ money.