Year in Review

With Dade Phelan Out, Eyes Turn to Day One Speaker Vote
With Dade Phelan Out, Eyes Turn to Day One Speaker Vote
Just a day before the Republican caucus was set to meet to nominate a Speaker candidate, Phelan announced he would no longer be seeking the position.
Will Lawmakers Provide Property Tax Relief in 2025?
Will Lawmakers Provide Property Tax Relief in 2025?
Fiscal responsibility advocates are urging the legislature to return surplus tax dollars to Texans and put Texas on a path to eliminate property...
A Year of Controversy and Scrutiny for the Texas Lottery
A Year of Controversy and Scrutiny for the Texas Lottery
The Texas Lottery Commission’s latest scandals include rigged jackpots, online ticket sales, and questionable foreign ties.
Texas on Track To Crack Down on Chinese Influence
Texas on Track To Crack Down on Chinese Influence
Gov. Abbott has already been addressing foreign influence in the state, and lawmakers are expected to take additional action.
School Choice Plans Gain Energy in 2025
School Choice Plans Gain Energy in 2025
Lt. Gov Dan Patrick says the Republican-majority Legislature is poised to pass school choice in 2025.
Republican Incumbents Knocked Off in 2024 Primaries
Republican Incumbents Knocked Off in 2024 Primaries
In this year’s primary season, grassroots Republicans claimed victory over more moderate incumbents in the Texas House and Court of Criminal Appeals.
A Year of Turmoil for Texas’ Border
A Year of Turmoil for Texas’ Border
This past year has wrought continued carnage on the southern border; officials are looking to 2025 with hope for the Trump administration's promised...
2024 Analysis: A Rough Year for Casino Gambling Interests in Texas
2024 Analysis: A Rough Year for Casino Gambling Interests in Texas
Pro-gambling efforts in Texas have faltered as key lawmakers lost primary elections.
Election Security Proponents Seek Improvements to Texas’ Laws
Election Security Proponents Seek Improvements to Texas’ Laws
Following multiple instances of electioneering and other problems with election security in the state, Advancing Integrity is calling on lawmakers to...
Lawmakers Urged to Further Protect Texas Children
Lawmakers Urged to Further Protect Texas Children
Although there are lengthy legal battles underway to protect children from sexually explicit material, Texas continues to face challenges with...
Texas Universities Need More Reform
Texas Universities Need More Reform
As citizens protest indoctrination, where will boards of regents steer the state’s higher education institutions in 2025?
Advocates Press for a Ban on Taxpayer-funded Lobbying in 2025
Advocates Press for a Ban on Taxpayer-funded Lobbying in 2025
Banning the practice is a priority of the Republican Party of Texas.