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Houston ISD To Cut 406 Uncertified Teachers Ahead of 2025–26 School Year
The teachers did not make the required progress towards their certifications.
House Approves Bill Restricting Hostile Foreign Land Ownership, But Not Without Controversy
Early on, members adopted a controversial amendment by State Rep. Matt Shaheen (R–Plano), narrowing the scope of who is actually banned from purchasing land.
Analysis: The Texas Lottery’s 100% Track Record of Corruption
Executive directors of the Texas Lottery: 1992 to present.
House Lawmakers Pass Onerous Regulations for PAC Treasurers
The measure would prevent most campaign treasurers from concurrently overseeing both a candidate’s and a political action committee’s finances.
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Blockchain Bill Filed in Time for Crypto-Surge
One Texas state representative wants to make it easier to identify economic growth and development opportunities presented by blockchain technology and assess the current blockchain industry in Texas, as cryptocurrencies are becoming more relevant in today's...
Republican State Lawmaker Files Ethics Bill Package
This week, Rep. Mayes Middleton (R-Wallisville) introduced a number of proposed laws to bring more ethics reforms to the state and local governments so taxpayers know how their money is being spent. “Government transparency is a basic taxpayer right,” said Middleton...
Democrat Joe Moody Appointed to House’s ‘No. 2 Spot’
When Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan announced committee assignments last week, he also made another declaration—liberal Democrat State Rep. Joe Moody (El Paso) will once again serve as the speaker pro tempore. As prescribed by the rules of the Texas House, the...
Texas Democrat Lawmakers Clash With Lt. Gov. Over Legalized Casino Gambling
A fight is brewing in the state Capitol to bring casinos to Texas, and the lieutenant governor says he’ll stop the effort before it even begins. As of Tuesday, Democrat state lawmakers have filed several proposed laws related to the controversial issue. State Sen....
How Likely Are Texas GOP Priorities to Pass Committees?
Every legislative session has critical moments that help determine policy priorities and set the tone for the remainder of the overall election cycle. One of those moments is when committees are assigned in both chambers. The partisan and ideological makeup of each...
Austin Homicide Rate Continues Rising Amid Leftist City Policies
As 2021 enters its sixth week, beleaguered Austinites hoping for a respite from 2020’s multi-decade high in violent crime are being disappointed. Tragically, the city has already seen eight homicides this year. By this time in 2020, that number was five; in 2019, it...
Teacher Survey Shows Lack of Planning Time, Curriculum Concerns
A survey by Teachers for Texas shows educators are concerned with the quality of curriculum they’re teaching and whether they have enough time to prepare lessons according to state law requirements. Per Section 21.404 of the Texas Education Code, teachers are entitled...
Citizens: Nursing Home Rights Still Being Violated, Call for Legislative Action
A citizen organization says families are still encountering problems when attempting to visit their loved ones in nursing homes. They are now calling for the Texas Legislature to stop emergency rules dictating families’ ability to visit, set clear visitation policies...
Texas Might Be a Heartbeat Away From a ‘Heartbeat Bill’
As of this week, both chambers have assigned their committees for the 87th Legislature. As a result, the "heartbeat bill" might have revived legislative prospects. What is a "Heartbeat Bill"? Legislation that makes abortions illegal once a fetal heartbeat is detected....