NEWS

Houston Pension Reform Passes the Texas House
After clearing the Texas Senate last week, Houston’s pension reform get approval from the House.

Another Midland Tax Initiative Bites the Dust
Midland voters defeat yet another attempt by local governments to increase taxes in Midland.

Jim & Michael Show (05/07/2017)
Representative Matt Schaefer joins us to give an update on where the Texas Legislature stands with less than a month to go.

Suezette Griffin: Fighting for Family and Freedom
Pearland’s Suezette Griffin fights to advance conservative causes both locally and on the state level.

Despite Opposition, House Passes Hailstorm Lawsuit Reform
Some Republican lawmakers joined Democrats to oppose the legislation and tried to water it down.

McAllen Demands New Leadership
Five candidates run for seats in the City of McAllen, where citizens are focused on the mayoral race.

Liberty County Commissioner Convicted for Personal Use of Taxpayer Dollars
Commissioner Mike McCarty is facing six months in jail and two years probation for using county employees and trucks for his ranch and company.

Huffines Passes Bill to End Vehicle Inspections
In passing the legislation, Huffines was joined by his Republican colleagues and seven Democrats.

Term Limits Are Indirectly on the City of Allen’s May Ballot
Politicians are fond of saying, “We have term limits. They’re called elections.” But elections haven’t limited the Allen mayor’s term, yet.

Texans Have a Say on How Sales Taxes Are Used: Choose Wisely
Special-purpose taxes are one of the few taxes that must be approved by the voters first, and with election day on May 6th, there’s a chance one could be on your ballot. Don’t miss an opportunity to make your voice heard, and know before you go!

Lawmakers Set to Fail Foster Care Children…Again
Reforming Child Protective Services has been a priority for many in the Texas Legislature this session, and...

House Beats Back Efforts at Greater Transparency In Ethics Debate
Cain’s amendment spurred lawmakers to come out of the woodwork, including those who rarely speak at the microphone, to oppose greater transparency.