Lawmakers passed a plan to reschedule 2022 primary elections depending on when new district maps are approved.
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Ted Cruz: Jon Francis Will Stand up to Austin Swamp
“I know that conservative Jon Francis will stand up to the swamp in Austin and fight for our values.”
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.”
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Toth to Abbott: Will You Allow Healthy People to Go Back to Work Immediately?
“Why can’t we truly reopen Texas? With a death rate from COVID-19 proving to be this low, how can we not?”
While Abbott Lags, Other Governors Lead
At yesterday’s press conference, Abbott revealed he would continue to allow Sylvester Turner and other local officials—many of them Democrats—to call the shots in Texas.
Gov. Abbott Gives Golf Thumbs-Down … Or Does He?
Amid confusion, some courses are closing while others remain open during coronavirus shutdowns.
Austin Judge Blocks Abortion Ban During Coronavirus Emergency
The ban on nonessential procedures was designed to save medical resources for those fighting the Chinese coronavirus.
No Abortions During Coronavirus Crisis, Says Texas Attorney General
Many unborn lives will be saved as a result of a recent executive order.
2 More Months: Primary Runoff Elections Officially Delayed
Originally scheduled for May 26, the elections will take place on July 14.
Abbott Allows Local Governments to Delay May Elections
The elections can now be moved to the November uniform general election date.
Waived Rules Allow Remote Government Meetings During Coronavirus Emergency
Certain provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act have been waived in light of the pandemic.
Texas GOP Convention Likely Delayed Until July
It will be up to the State Republican Executive Committee to approve any change to that schedule.
Abbott Waives STAAR Test Requirements Amid Coronavirus Closures
Abbott is also requesting the suspension of federal testing requirements for 2019-2020 school year.
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Largest Teachers Union Supports Abortion for Students
Despite teachers unions’ radical left-wing views, the Republican-led state legislature has failed to act to stop the threat.
John Wray Retires from Texas House
Wray made the surprise announcement just days after Sam “Tripp” Bryant entered the race.
Willis Councilwoman Charged with Felony Tampering
Councilwoman who goes by “Ms Tam Sexy Blonde” turned herself in to the Walker County Sheriff’s Office.
Gun Owners of America Expands in Texas, Hires Teresa Beckmeyer
“Teresa is a hardworking advocate for liberty and has earned the trust of grassroots conservatives across the state.”
Joe Straus Returns
The former Speaker of the Texas House is seeking a return to political relevancy with a new PAC.
After Stickland Retirement, Race Begins for Successor
“We will earn the votes of the people of Texas House District 92. This will be a hard-fought campaign and we are going full throttle from day one.”
1,000 National Guard Troops Heading to Southern Border
Gov. Greg Abbott announced he will be sending 1,000 troops to the border after a recent influx in illegal crossings.
Paxton Political Prosecutors Denied Rehearing
Prosecutors working against Paxton must decide whether they will continue with less compensation.
Abbott Uses Hurricane Harvey to Extend Plumbing Regulations
Gov. Greg Abbott signed an executive order extending plumbing regulation for two years after the legislature declined to do so.
Montgomery County Constable to be Suspended
Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable Rowdy Hayden faces a six-month suspension after an investigation by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.