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What’s on the Ballot: 17 Proposed Amendments Head to Voters in November
From property taxes to bail reform, 17 proposed constitutional amendments will be on the ballot.
Texans Can Use Precious Metals in Everyday Transactions Under New Law
Supporters argue that the measure aligns with constitutional principles and offers Texans an alternative to fiat currency.
Federal Court Vacates Injunction Against Arkansas THC Ban
The stated basis for Gov. Abbott’s veto of Senate Bill 3 suffers a setback.
‘Make Texas Healthy Again’ Proposal Signed into Law
The new law includes provisions to protect physical activity time in schools and require warning labels on foods containing certain additives.
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Lawmakers Urged to Further Protect Texas Children
In the last year, Texas has enacted multiple laws to protect children from harmful and sexually explicit material. However, parents and concerned citizens say there is still more work to be done. One of the Republican Party of Texas’ legislative priorities for the...
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Texas Universities Need More Reform
Months of investigation have revealed much work remains to reform Texas' universities. Over the past few years, rejecting the diversity, equity, and inclusion ideology has gained momentum nationwide and in Texas. In 2023, Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 17, a...
Advocates Press for a Ban on Taxpayer-funded Lobbying in 2025
With the Legislature set to convene in the coming weeks, fiscal responsibility advocates are pressing for lawmakers to follow through on a ban to end taxpayer-funded lobbying. "Taxpayer-funded lobbying" refers to a common practice among cities, counties, and school...
Lawmakers File Statewide Ban on DEI Offices in Government Entities
A proposal for the upcoming Texas legislative session would expand the state’s restrictions on diversity, equity, and inclusion offices to cover most government entities. Senate Bill 689, filed by State Sen. Bryan Hughes (R-Mineola), and its companion legislation...
Proposal Mandates Parental Notification if Students Exhibits Gender Confusion or Self-harms
A new proposal would require schools to notify parents if a teacher or other employee observes their child engaging in acts of self-harm. House Bill 1704 by State Rep. Nate Schatzline (R-Fort Worth) defines self-harm as attempted suicide, the expression of suicidal...
AG Paxton Accuses NCAA of Misleading Consumers by Allowing Male Athletes in Women’s Events
Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the National Collegiate Athletic Association for allowing biological males to compete against women. The lawsuit, announced Sunday, accuses the NCAA of “engaging in false, deceptive, and misleading practices by marketing sporting...
Lake Travis Is Latest School District Facing Superintendent Shake-up
Mysterious misconduct allegations and mid-year moves are spurring a flurry of superintendent shake-ups within Texas school districts. At any given time, dozens of the state's independent school districts are searching for new superintendents. Lake Travis ISD is the...
Wells Fargo Exits Net-Zero Banking Alliance After Texas Probe Into Anti-Energy Policies
Wells Fargo has withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance after Attorney General Ken Paxton opened a review into the bank and other financial institutions for potentially violating a state law. In October 2023, Paxton opened a review into Wells Fargo and other...
Sources: Dennis Bonnen Spied on Democrat Caucus Meetings on Behalf of Dustin Burrows
In a dramatic twist to the already contentious Texas House speaker race, accusations of unethical behavior are being levied against State Rep. Dustin Burrows and his campaign. In a series of social media posts, State Rep. J.M. Lozano (R–Kingsville) alleged that a...