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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.
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Texas Scorecard Radio (January 16, 2020)
The discussion this week turns to the controversial plans for the Alamo.
Maryland Judge Blocks Abbott’s Rejection of Additional Refugees
A Clinton appointee has temporarily halted an executive order by President Trump that allows states to opt out of refugee resettlement.
Texas Scorecard Radio (December 26, 2019)
Tracy Marshall and Julie McCarty are both working in their own way to shine a light on politics in Texas.
Lawmakers Call on Abbott for Special Session to Save Baby Tinslee’s Life
A bipartisan group of legislators has written a letter to Gov. Greg Abbott, demanding a special session to end the unjust 10-day rule.
Patrick: Alamo Comments from Bush “Offensive and Inaccurate”
Comments by George P. Bush made on Twitter last week have caused Patrick to speak up and defend the opposition.
Middleton Demands Local Governments Follow Law, Disclose Lobby Contracts
Middleton’s office sent out letters to local governments across Texas requesting taxpayer-funded lobbying disclosures be posted on their website in compliance with a new state law.
Biedermann to Abbott: Don’t Move the Alamo Cenotaph
“I again appeal to you to protect and defend the sanctity of this monument.”
New Group Promises to Engage Christians in Politics
“Now is the hour for the Church to rise up and take action.”
Zedler to Leave Legislature
Zedler’s announcement comes after Mansfield Mayor David Cook filed for the position yesterday in a last-minute, filing-day surprise.
Montgomery County Becomes Largest “Gun Sanctuary” County
County commissioners unanimously pass resolution to not enforce unconstitutional gun laws.
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Hearing Set for State Spending Limits in Texas Senate
Every Republican senator has signed on as a coauthor of the bill.
Senate Approves Bill for Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Disclosure
Republican State Sen. Ken Seliger (Amarillo) joined several Democrat colleagues in opposing the government transparency measure.
Could Standardized Tests Become Target in Texas Budget Debate?
The high-stakes exams have drawn bipartisan criticism for years for failing to accurately assess students’ knowledge and redirecting classroom education to “teaching for the test.”
Brett Busby Takes Seat on Texas Supreme Court
Busby was joined by Gov. Greg Abbott as he took the oath of office.
Texas House Decriminalizes Lemonade Stands
The bill’s author, State Rep. Matt Krause, declared Tuesday “Lemonade Freedom Day.”
Conservatives Defeat Effort to Turn Failing Schools into Welfare Centers
No longer content with public schools focusing on mundane tasks like teaching and learning, community schools become health clinics, soup kitchens, and recreation centers.
Spending, Teacher Pay Center of Discussion in School Finance Hearing
Administrators, Superintendents, and Austin-based lobby groups all agree on two things.
Could Term Limits Come to Texas Legislature?
The controversial issue could be making progress in the Texas Capitol.
Court of Criminal Appeals Rules Open Meetings Law is Unconstitutional
Charges against Montgomery County judge and commissioner of TOMA violation dismissed.
Poll Shows Overwhelming Support for Property Tax Reform
77 percent of Texans polled want a vote on their property tax bills.