So far, legislators have used the backdrop of a pandemic and the wake of the recent severe winter weather to justify slower movement.

Only some of Patrick’s priorities correlate with the legislative priorities of his own political party.

Committee chairmanships wield a lot of power in determining a piece of legislation’s fate.

Gov. Greg Abbott will have the opportunity to provide more clarity to lawmakers and citizens alike.

YCT’s 10-page legislative agenda for the 87th session covers a variety of topics and details both issues that legislators should support and oppose.

Delegates were able to vote on 15 different priorities, with the top eight vote-getters making the cut.