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Dan Patrick Releases 89th Session Texas Senate Committee Appointments
The 89th Legislative Session is now underway in Austin and both chambers of the Legislature are beginning to make committee appointments. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick recently released the full list of members who will sit on committees in the upper chamber. “When it comes to legislative bodies, the Texas Senate is clearly the best in
Historic South Texas Ranch Fights Eminent Domain Threat from Highway Expansion
Rene Ramirez enjoys the peaceful atmosphere of the 1,600-acre El Milagro Ranch that his family has owned and operated for nearly two centuries. But that peace and enjoyment are in jeopardy if the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has its way. The agency is threatening to expand U.S. Highway 83, which runs in front of
North Texas School District Allegedly Allows Biological Males to Room Overnight with Girls on ‘Case-by-Case’ Basis
A Dallas County school district has recently been alleged to allow biological males to room with girls on overnight trips on a “case by case” basis. A Richardson Independent School District (ISD) employee is seen in a video published by Accuracy in Media stating that decisions about whether boys can room with girls during an
Trump Taps Texas Border Czar Mike Banks to Head U.S. Border Patrol
President-elect Donald Trump continues to fill out his future administration with another notable pick to lead the U.S. Border Patrol. Mike Banks has been tapped to head the agency, according to the New York Post, set to replace its current chief Jason Owens. The appointment of Banks was later confirmed by Ali Bradley of NewsNation.
U.S. Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments Over Texas’ Age Verification Law for Pornographic Websites
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) heard oral arguments on a Texas case that involves a law that requires age verification for access to sexually explicit websites. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. See the
Trump-Nominated Texans John Ratcliffe, Scott Turner Set for Senate Confirmation Hearings This Week
Two Texans chosen by President-elect Donald Trump to fill cabinet positions are scheduled for their Senate confirmation hearings this week. Trump tapped former Texas congressman and Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe to be the director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in November. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to
Texas Senate Swears in New Members at Start of 89th Legislative Session
The gavel has dropped on the start of the 89th Texas Legislature in the upper chamber, with proceedings kicking off and new state senators being sworn in to begin the policy-making process. Gov. Greg Abbott made an appearance in the Texas Senate chamber to speak to members and Texans in the gallery. Abbott told everyone
Texas House Ushers in 89th Legislature Prior to Speaker Election
The Texas House of Representatives kicked off an eventful first day of the 89th Texas Legislature under the pink dome, with the swearing-in of members-elect, remarks from the Texas Secretary of State (SOS), and pledges of allegiance — overshadowed by the anticipation of the upcoming speaker’s race, but a momentous ceremony nonetheless. “Showtime, showtime!” Secretary
Annunciation House, State of Texas Present Oral Arguments in Illegal Immigration Facilitation Case at State Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of Texas (SCOTX) heard oral arguments this week in the case of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and the State of Texas versus Catholic charity Annunciation House, which the state has accused of facilitating illegal immigration. Annunciation House, which is located along the U.S.-Mexico border, describes itself as “a volunteer organization that
Texas House Gavels In for 89th Texas Legislature
The Texas House of Representatives will convene the 89th Texas Legislature at noon on Tuesday, ceremonially ushering in the 140-day long sprint in passing new legislation for the state. The first order of business is the election of a House speaker to replace Speaker Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont), a highly-anticipated, particularly contentious contest that could consume
Texas Comptroller Projects $23.8 Billion Treasury Surplus Ahead of 89th Legislative Session
The Texas Legislature will have an estimated $23.8 billion in surplus treasury dollars at its disposal when it convenes for the 2025 session, according to the latest biennial revenue estimate. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar — the state’s fiscal officer, among whose many duties is to track tax revenues and project spending abilities
Texas Judge Rules Against American Airlines ESG Retirement Plan Investing
A Texas judge has ruled that American Airlines “breached their fiduciary duty” in making retirement investments in companies promoting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) scores. Judge Reed O’Connor for the Fort Worth District Court ruled that American Airlines and the American Airlines Employee Benefits Committee breached certain fiduciary duties when investing, or relying on others
