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Legislature Moves to Tighten Property Tax Hike Exemptions
Local officials’ greed forced action.
Can’t Read? Then Teach
Time was when you could graduate from a Texas college and get a job teaching in El Paso, all without being...
Vote Down the Ballot
Early voting for the March primary begins next week in Texas. While many believe the top of the ticket is...
New Property Tax Could Go on the Books
The Texas State Library and Archives Commission has submitted a formal request to Attorney General Abbott for an opinion on whether library districts can levy a property tax. The request notes that legislation was passed in the 79th Legislature (SB1205) to allow...
Happiness Is Lubbock, Texas…
The old rock-country hit "Happiness is Lubbock, Texas, in My Rearview Mirror" had a tender, sappy-sweet quality to it. But sitting in the Lubbock airport after a great day visiting with our supporters and friends here in the Panhandle, we're happy to report...
‘Restorative Discipline’ is Taking Root in Texas Schools
Critics of the policy say restorative discipline divorces consequences from actions.
Abbott Says He’ll Sign Constitutional Carry Bill, If Passed
“This is something that 20 other states have adopted, and it’s time for Texas to adopt it, too.”
Texas Senate Approves Bill to Protect Children From Disfiguring Gender Operations
The proposed law would classify certain permanently scarring procedures as child abuse.
Poll Worker Dismissed for Electioneering
Distributing political literature inside the polls is illegal under Texas law.
Biden Picks Democrat Harris County Sheriff to Head ICE
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez has been tapped to lead the agency he once fought to subvert and obstruct.
Lawmakers Reject Studying Porn Addiction, Gender Dysphoria
Some Republican lawmakers joined with Democrats against proposals from conservative freshmen.
Charity Targeted During Winter Blackouts
Office of Dallas Councilmember Omar Narvaez asked a charity helping people during winter blackouts if they had the proper permit.
Democrat State Lawmakers Working to Allow Homeless Lawlessness, Obstruct Public Safety Bill
A bill to prevent vagrancy camping has been delayed after Democrats used a parliamentary maneuver.
Where Priorities Stand With Nearly 1 Month Left in Session
This is the phase of the legislative session where almost anything can happen—but almost assuredly, very little will.
New Property Tax Could Go on the Books
The Texas State Library and Archives Commission has submitted a formal request to Attorney General Abbott...
Happiness Is Lubbock, Texas…
The old rock-country hit "Happiness is Lubbock, Texas, in My Rearview Mirror" had a tender,...
Just When You Thought Gas Prices Couldn’t Be Higher…
...Along comes State Sen. John "Let Them Be Taxed" Carona. The senator from Dallas is, seriously, going to introduce legislation next Session to raise the state's gasoline tax by 10 cents per gallon. This would take even more of your money and shovel it to the state's...
Polland For Senate? Hope So!
Last week's announcement that State Sen. Kyle Janek of Houston isn't seeking re-election has opened the gates of candidates rumored, potential and real. One name that's surfaced is Gary Polland, a long-time conservative activist who lets his professional life (he's a...
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