NEWS
New DA Brings Aboard Planned Parenthood Cohort
The incoming District Attorney for Williamson County has brought aboard the attorney responsible for the miscarriage of justice that characterized the Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast case last year.
Cain Seeks to Codify Transparency Victory
During his campaign Cain was informed he would violate state law by shining a light on the Texas Legislature, now he intends to reform state law to protect transparency.
Hall Takes Transparency Fight to Top Court
Attorneys for embattled University of Texas Regent Wallace Hall and University of Texas Chancellor Bill McRaven provided oral arguments in front of the state’s highest court Wednesday.
Taylor Pushes Forward on Major Ethics Reform Package
Taylor has the explicit backing of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Gov. Greg Abbott on the bill.
Tinderholt Files Legislation to Abolish Abortion
Tinderholt’s legislation would effectively abolish the practice by protecting the rights of unborn children from the moment of conception.
Cook Teams with Democrat to Avoid Testimony in Paxton Matter
A senior House Republican is teaming up with a Democrat to abuse the legislative continuance in order to avoid questions in the Paxton case.
Conservatives Announce Expectations For Session
Say that with GOP holding federal government, all statewide offices, and large majorities in both chambers, success of session depends on all 10 initiatives being addressed.
Conservatives Win Major Victories on Rules
Desperately attempting to avoid a vote on the issue, Straus’ leadership ceded ground to conservatives by abandoning proposed rules changes.
TSRA Finds Target
Reversing course, the gun-rights organization is now touting its support for constitutional carry.
Reports: Taylor Heading For Congress
Taxpayer Champion Van Taylor will run for Sam Johnson’s congressional seat in 2018.
Patrick Promises Bold Action
Meanwhile, House gives Straus fifth term as speaker.
Dawnna Dukes Jukes District
Despite having announced retirement months ago and against the advice of counsel, embattled State Rep. Dawnna Dukes has decided to rescind her resignation and stay in office for another legislative session.