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48 GOP House Members Announce Support for Rep. David Cook’s Speaker Campaign
State Rep. David Cook (R-Mansfield ) released a list of 48 Republican House members and nominees backing him for speaker after last Friday’s “reform” group meeting. After seven rounds of voting, Cook won the election and was overwhelmingly supported by the group of people present. Six people voted by proxy at the meeting. × This
Texas Files a lawsuit against the U.S. Health and Human Services for a Rule That Declares” Gender Dysphoria” As A Protected Illness
The Biden administration is accused of trying to obstruct a national disability rules by adding “gender distress” to a recently approved rule, in a lawsuit filed by Texas and 16 other states. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services ( HHS) was sued on September 26 on the grounds that its rule “upends decades
The Texas Supreme Court Rejects An Appeal Against the Concealed Carry Ban at State Fair.
The State’s highest civil court turned down an urgent appeal by the Office of the Attorney General ( OAG ) to challenge the validity of a new Texas law banning concealed carry at this year’s fair, which kicks off on Friday. Just one day after the magistrates of the country’s new 15th Court of Appeals
Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Meet Greg Casar at Progressive Texas Rallies
Beginning on September 30, two of the most well-known faces on the far left will join Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX-35 ), holding rallies outwardly focused on an “aggressive progressive agenda” and “energizing working class voters” and formally backing his bid to lead the House Progressive Caucus. Casar confirmed he is running to lead the House
Texas Files a Federal Defend for Designating the Permian Basin Lizard as an Endangered Species
The State of Texas sued the federal government on behalf of a number of state firms over the designation of the dunes grass reptile as an endangered species. They claim that the decision was motivated by an attack on the state’s economy rather than an effort to conserve the species. The state and several Democratic
Texas DPS Issues Cease and Desist to Automatic License Plate Reader Corporation
The Texas Department of Public Safety ( DPS) has warned one provider of automatic license plate readers ( ALPR ) over the use of their network for private homes and businesses without a state-required license, in addition to permitting law enforcement to continue using a contentious surveillance technology that captures data without a warrant. DPS
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is expanded by TPWD to 630 hectares.
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area has been preserved in Texas Hill County thanks to a recent acquisition by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ( TPWD ). The property, which had the ability to house hundreds of new homes, may then be a part of Enchanted Rock’s memorable park, giving residents fresh recreation opportunities at
Karen Paxton Files an Appeal Against the Court Remaining the Texas State Fair Firearms Ban
Attorney General of Texas, Ken Paxton, has filed an appeal with the 15th Court of Appeals, arguing that the State of Texas and the City of Dallas cannot enforce a gun restrictions on government-owned home because he believes it is against the law. A Dallas determine earlier this month denied the Texas Attorney General’s ask
Residents in Whitesboro Are Confronted With a 30 % Property Tax Rate Improve
People of Whitesboro, a town of just over 4, 000 people in Grayson County near the border with Oklahoma, are facing a 30 percent property tax rate increase. Last year, Whitesboro’s tax rate was 39.9 cents per$ 100 valuation. The proposed tax rate for Fiscal Year ( FY ) 2025 is 51.97 cents. × This
Residents in Whitesboro Are Affected by a 30 % Improve in Property Taxes.
People of Whitesboro, a town of just over 4, 000 people in Grayson County near the border with Oklahoma, are facing a 30 percent property tax rate increase. Last year, Whitesboro’s tax rate was 39.9 cents per$ 100 valuation. The proposed tax rate for Fiscal Year ( FY ) 2025 is 51.97 cents. × This
TPWD Paddling Trails Getting New Website
Paddling trails can now be accessed through the newly updated Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ( TPWD ) website. This tool is your resource for finding and enjoying the great paddling trail, according to Shelly Plante, TPWD nature tourism manager.” Whether you’re looking for a tranquil afternoon place or an interesting paddling challenge, this resource
How To Fish Slicks For Specks
The Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission ( GSMFC)’s regional management plan clarifies a frequently misunderstood aspect of speckled trout behavior: feeding. One scientist found that spotted seatrout fed more strongly in the first afternoon and mid-morning, according to the research. He also pointed out that while feeding, spotted seatrout appeared to be re-using portions of
