The federal lawsuits seek to declare Minority and Women-Owned Business programs unconstitutional under the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment.
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Paxton Investigates Texas Lottery Over Suspicious Wins
An investigation by the attorney general’s office is the latest development in the scandal-plagued Texas Lottery Commission.
$113K Funneled Into Legislator’s Pocket Via Taxpayer-funded Lobbying Payouts?
Democrat State Rep. Mary Gonzalez is the executive director of the School Board Members for Latino Equity, which is reportedly funded with taxpayer dollars from the Texas Association of School Boards.
Texas Senators Rip Lottery Commission in Committee Hearing, Pass Courier Ban
During the hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued a statement calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to expand his investigation into the commission.
State Sen. Kolkhorst Files Legislation Safeguarding Texas Land From Foreign Threats
The measure would allow the attorney general’s office to step in if they suspect that a certain foreign purchase would create a national security risk.
House Records Reveal Lawmakers’ Taxpayer-Funded News Sources
Newly obtained records provide a closer look at the news sources Texas lawmakers are using taxpayer funds to subscribe to.
State Sen. Middleton Files Measure to Ban Taxpayer-funded Lobbying
Ending the practice is one of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s top priorities for the 89th legislative session.
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 Senate Passes Items Denying Bail to Criminal Illegals, Certain Violent Offenders
Senators approved the items on a bipartisan basis just one week after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced an agreement with the House to pass bail reform.
‘The Man Behind the Curtain’: Democrat Obama Lawyer Retains Power in Texas House
Hugh Brady is still advising the Texas House under a new title: “parliamentary counsel.”