State
New Law Requires Texas Schools to Hire Security Guards
Legislation mandating at least one armed security guard per school goes into effect September 1.
Fight over Regulatory Certainty Law Moves to Texas Court of Appeals
Although cities are claiming a temporary victory, legal experts say the law will still go into effect on September 1.
Texas Agencies Charge Thousands of Dollars for Transparency
Agencies across the state are requiring payments of between $300 and $48k for documents regarding the presence of DEI and LGBT ideologies.
Tom Glass Announces Rematch in Central Texas House Seat
Glass called the Paxton impeachment the “crystalizing event” motivating him to run again.
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The Unacceptable David Beck
Later this week the Texas Senate’s Nominations Committee will consider the appointment of David J. Beck to the University of Texas Board of Regents. He should not be confirmed without undergoing some very strict – and uncomfortable – scrutiny. For the most part,...
The Conservative Approach to Limiting Government Growth
While the grassroots may disagree on the means from time to time, the end goal of the conservative movement remains the same: put government in its proper size and role in order to ensure that individual liberty is maximized. That includes our state government, where...
Leading by Example
Under legislation filed by State Rep. Matt Shaheen of Collin County (HB 1257), governmental agencies would be forbidden from hiring lobbyists. This important legislation addresses the long-held practices of cities, schools, and other entities from using taxpayer...
Abbott Addresses the State of Texas
On Tuesday, newly minted Governor Greg Abbott addressed a joint session of the Texas Legislature to set forth his policy proposals for the 84th Legislature. In his remarks, Abbott made clear that he intends to follow through on promises he made during his campaign and...
Cronyism Continues in the House of Straus
House Speaker Joe Straus has announced his committee assignments for the 84th legislature. As expected, the chamber was gerrymandered to constrain conservatives and magnify moderates. One particular committee chair appointment is rife with conflicts of interest. A...
Is a Democrat the Real Chair of Higher Ed?
When House Speaker Joe Straus named his committee assignments last week, there was considerable buzz and surprise surrounding his appointment of Rep. John Zerwas to serve as Chairman of the House Committee on Higher Education. Zerwas is replacing Dan Branch, who left...
Transportation Reform: Restore Local Control, Accountability
Before throwing more tax money at a misunderstood transportation crisis, the legislature should first maximize the effectiveness of existing funds. But in addition to placing restrictions on how tax dollars are used, the legislature should also restrict the ability of...
Governing Like California: Insult or Aspiration for Straus?
Is Speaker Joe Straus trying to run the Texas House like a Californian? Sounds like a silly question. He’s a Texan after all. And pointing out the all the mistakes our West Coast neighbors have made over the years has virtually become our unofficial state pastime. Any...
Serve The People
Legislation filed by State Sen. Van Taylor of Plano is designed to discourage legislators from monetizing public service. Calling SB 555 the "Serve the People, Not the Lobby Act,” Taylor's legislation would prohibit a registered lobbyist from being eligible to be a...