Spiller will be sworn in as the 83rd Republican in the 150-member House.
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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.
Teacher Says Parents “Don’t Know What’s Best”
A teacher at Willis High School has attacked parents in response to their complaints of a drag queen spending time with children at school.
Texas Wins Favorable Ruling in “Motor Voter” Lawsuit
Appeals court reverses judgment ordering state to implement online voter registration.
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Dale Inman Announces Campaign for Montgomery County Commissioner
Inman’s announcement brings the field of candidates vying to replace retiring Precinct 1 Commissioner Mike Meador up to three.
Want Steak With Dennis Bonnen? Shell Out $10,000.
While lavish fundraisers are not uncommon in politics, the timing is particularly notable given the ongoing investigation by the Texas Rangers.
Tinderholt to Klick: Denial of Caucus Meeting “Highly Disappointing”
“I did not sign onto the original August 23rd letter requesting an in-person meeting to elect the new vice chairman, but I fully expected their request to be granted.”
Kathaleen Wall Announces Congressional Bid in Battleground District
The seat currently held by Congressman Pete Olson is expected to be hotly contested in 2020
Bonnen Losing Grip as Lawmakers Call for Caucus Meeting
Capitol sources say an upcoming caucus meeting is a major defeat for Speaker Bonnen and his leadership team.
Despite Texas Rangers Investigation, Abbott “Proudly” Endorses Burrows
Despite his role in the backroom offer made to Michael Quinn Sullivan, Abbott says he supports the ex-Republican Caucus chairman.
Montgomery County GOP Calls for Bonnen to Resign
Resolution calling for Bonnen’s immediate resignation passes overwhelmingly in Texas’ reddest large county.
Abbott Sets Third Texas House Special Election for Nov. 5
Texas House Districts 28, 100, and now 148 will hold special elections to finish the remainder of terms vacated by resigning members.
Burrows Resigns as House Republican Caucus Chairman
On the heels of one of the state’s most high-stakes controversies in years, one of the participants in a corrupt and unethical meeting has allegedly resigned his chairmanship atop the House GOP Caucus.
Bonnen Spokesperson Promotes Defense of Alleged Behavior
The op-ed and corresponding tweet reveal the Austin establishment’s cavalier attitude toward backroom deals.
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New Footage Shows Beto Campaign Illegally Funding Alien Migrants
Campaign staffers, including O’Rourke’s campaign manager, are shown plotting how to funnel campaign funds to Honduran migrants.
Texas Scorecard Radio (November 01, 2018)
Forced annexation in Texas, what has been done to fight it and how can other communities fight it?
Baylor Gives Students “PC” Halloween Dress Code
In pursuing social justice, Baylor has fully embraced the radical left and abandoned its Christian principles.
Austin City Council Set to Renew Special Deal with Planned Parenthood
The city is playing favorites with the abortion provider.
Dennis Bonnen Files for Speaker
The announcement comes on the heels of a secret meeting of around forty Republican House members on Sunday.
Assembled Car Enthusiasts Rally Against DMV Rules
“For the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles to simply wake up one day and decide to ban vehicles with no legitimate reason is un-American and anti-Texan in my opinion”
Texas Scorecard Radio (October 25, 2018)
Judicial candidate John Browning stops by to explain why judicial races matter.
Patrick Talks Election, Property Taxes, Immigration in Telephone Town Hall
In a telephone town hall hosted by Texans for Fiscal Responsibility, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick shared his views on the election and his priorities for the upcoming legislative session.
Trump Rallies Texans to Re-Elect Cruz
“The Democrats want to replace Texas values with Nancy Pelosi values. They want to replace Rule of law with rule of the mob.”
Billions in Local Debt Bog Down November Ballot
Local entities across the state have packed their November ballots with debt proposals.