Despite Republican majorities in both chambers of the state legislature, the average score for the House is 49 percent and the Senate 56 percent.
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Gov. Abbott Asked to Ban Employer Vaccination Mandates
“Governor Abbott needs to exercise some leadership and make this issue a priority during the special session.”
Overcoming a ‘Lumbering’ System
Legislation passed this spring seeks to overcome “lumbering” bureaucracy, says foster care advocate.
Vaccine Passport Prohibition Won’t Protect Employees
Houston Methodist Hospital is requiring employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccination or be terminated.
Vaccine Passport Prohibition Heads to Abbott
Citizens successfully helped push legislation through the Texas Senate and House of Representatives.
Texas Legislature Protects Rights of Nursing Home Residents
Citizens are victorious in fighting to defend the rights of their families.
Lawmakers Considering Cap on Monthly Price of Insulin
If the legislation is passed, insulin copays will be capped at $50 per 30-day supply.
Texas Senators Hear From Public on a Dozen Key Election Bills
After hours of public testimony, committee members voted to send SB 7 to the full Senate, along with six other election integrity bills.
Caregiver’s Rights Legislation Passes Senate, Advances to House
Enshrinement of citizen right to be with loved ones in long-term care facilities passes Texas Senate.
7 Key Election Integrity Bills Filed in Texas Senate
“These ‘Integrity Seven’ bills will start a needed discussion to create uniformity to make sure the problems we faced in 2020 will not happen again.”