The new division within the Texas Department of Public Safety would coordinate efforts among federal, state, and local law enforcement and jurisdictions.
Energy
Lt. Gov. Patrick Announces Tax Relief Deal for Seniors, Gives Update on Senate Progress
Although Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said he has found Speaker Dustin Burrows easy to agree with, he insisted that “now’s the time to get into action.”
Rep. Pfluger Pushes To Revoke Endangered Species Listings To Boost Energy Industry
Lawmakers move to end weaponized Biden administration environmental policies hindering American energy.
Poll: Energy Independence Valued More Than Fighting ‘Climate Change’
This comes as Republican lawmakers have proposed several energy-related measures in the Texas Legislature aimed at securing the Texas grid.
Biden-era Climate Change Regulation Blocked in Texas
Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the Biden administration in December 2023 to stop a federal rule that attempted to place “unlawful” climate change regulations on states.
Texas Joins Coalition Lawsuit Against New York’s Climate Change Superfund Act
The New York law seeks to penalize energy producers for emissions dating back to 2000.
Ted Cruz Moves To Put Biden-era Water Heater Mandate on Ice
Cruz emphasized the need to protect consumer choice and prevent federal bureaucrats from dictating appliance standards.
Proposed Measure Would Halt Texas Energy Market Distortions Caused by Federal Subsidies
State Sen. Sparks’ proposal orders Texas energy regulators to create rules to eliminate or offset distortions caused by the Renewable Electricity Production Credit.
Report: Public Utility Commission Yet To Begin Rulemaking for Energy Reliability Laws
Although the commission made assurances it was on schedule to meet statutory deadlines, a report indicates that it still needs to gather more data and hire more staff.
Texas Challenges Biden’s Parting Ban on Offshore Oil Leases
The lawsuit aims to prevent the “unlawful restriction” of offshore drilling.