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Dan Patrick Calls on Dade Phelan to Resign
“At this point, he’s simply got to go,” said Patrick.
Ken Paxton Files Criminal Complaints Against House Members Who Doxxed Him
Paxton says he is referring the issue to local prosecutors.
Columbus Day Honors an American Hero and Heritage
Following Columbus, our forefathers would come to colonize this continent, conquer its wilderness, and found our country.
November Constitutional Amendment Recommendation Roundup
Texas Scorecard has consolidated the recommendations for voting on the upcoming state constitutional amendments.
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Williams Praised For Pro-Taxpayer Stance Opposing New Tax
Echoing the concerns expressed by small business owners, taxpayers, and conservative activists, a Texas congressman is opposing the creation of a "border adjustment tax" at a time when Republicans have promised to cut taxes. U.S. Rep. Roger Williams (R-Weatherford)...
Freshman Honors Corrupt Ex-Lawmaker Turned Liberal Lobbyist
One freshman member of the Texas House has introduced a resolution honoring his predecessor’s “noteworthy tenure.” But the man he honored isn’t “noteworthy”—he’s infamous for opposing conservatives and, literally, working to stop Republican-backed reforms. In March of...
Slot Machines on Local Calendar Thursday
The Texas House is set to consider a bill on Thursday that would enable bingo parlors to install devices that mimic slot machines. And amazingly, the author of the bill is attempting to pass it on the local and consent calendar, a process resembling a cattle auction...
Bryan Slaton Announces Campaign Rematch
The stage is set for a 2018 rematch of one of the closest Texas House races from last cycle, where an establishment Republican scraped by against his conservative challenger. Earlier today, conservative activist Bryan Slaton announced that he will take another run at...
Widely Talked About “Sandra Bland Act” Heard in Committee
Earlier this month, the Texas House Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety heard the emotional case for HB 2702, warranting national attention for its nickname, the “Sandra Bland Act.” The bill is named after Sandra Bland, the motorist who was involved in a...
Coppell ISD Policy Reportedly Allows Boys in Girls’ Bathrooms
Parents of Coppell Independent School District elementary school students have complained that boys are being allowed in girls’ bathrooms – and the school district isn’t going to do anything about it. According to two Texas Scorecard sources, parents lodged complaints...
Texas Senate Protects Land Owners, Taxpayers Against Proposed High-Speed Rail
Citizens opposed to the proposed high-speed rail line between Houston and Dallas are celebrating victories after legislation that could derail the venture passed the Texas Senate. Last week, lawmakers in the state’s upper chamber passed two major bills strongly...
Grover Norquist to the Texas Legislature: Pass Paycheck Protection
Americans for Tax Reform president Grover Norquist sent a letter to lawmakers today urging them to vote in favor of legislation that ends the automatic collection of labor union dues from government worker paychecks. According to some estimates, passing legislation to...
Voters Wary of Handing Collin College Trustees a $600 Million ‘Blank Check’
When early voting starts today for May 6 local elections being held throughout Texas, Collin County voters will have a very big choice on their ballot: whether to vote “For” or “Against” a $600 million Collin College bond proposition. Most residents agree that Collin...