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‘Jocelyn’s Law’ Denying Felony Bail to Illegal Immigrants Fails in Texas House
The Texas House rejected a proposed amendment to the state constitution that would have mandated the detention of illegal immigrants charged with certain felony crimes, as most Democrats voted against the measure over its potential effect on minority communities. Senate Joint Resolution (SJR) 1 by Sen. Joan Huffman (R-Houston) was labeled “Jocelyn’s Law” in honor
North Texas Naturalized Citizens Indicted for Immigration Fraud, RICO Violations
Two North Texas residents, along with a law firm and business, were indicted by a federal grand jury in Dallas last week for engaging in a scheme to fraudulently obtain entry into and immigration status in the United States on behalf of persons who were not citizens. Abdul Hadi Murshid, age 39, and Muhammad Salman
Texas Medical Cannabis ‘Compassionate Use Program’ Expansion Bill Passes Senate
After lengthy negotiations and compromises, state lawmakers reformulated a bill concerning the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) that ultimately passed late Tuesday night. A committee substitute to House Bill (HB) 46 was presented before members of the Senate, but only after details were hammered out between leaders of the upper chamber and the House. ×
Automatic Denial of Bail for Certain Violent Crimes Narrowly Fails in Texas House
A proposed amendment to the Texas Constitution that would have mandated the detention of suspects charged with certain violent crimes failed to garner the two-thirds majority vote in the House on Tuesday, leaving the measure dead for the 89th Regular Legislative Session. “I personally believe it’s unconstitutional, because this says if you’re a second-time offender
Bill Adding NRA to Texas Major Events Program Delayed in House After Democratic Opposition
A bill to add the National Rifle Association (NRA) to the Texas Major Events Reimbursement Program faced pushback on final passage in the Texas House this week, with critics arguing it misfires by equating the NRA with other major political or economic events already on the list. Senate Bill (SB) 1718 was presented for final
Mia Hall, Daryl Davis Compete in Fort Worth City Council Place 6 Runoff
The two candidates looking to fill the Fort Worth City Council District 6 seat being vacated by Jared Williams, Mia Hall and Daryl Davis, are in a runoff election after neither got 50 percent of the votes cast in the May 3 election. On May 27, the two candidates participated in a virtual candidate forum
State Lawmakers Approve Judicial Pay Raise, New Transparency and Accountability Standards
The Texas House gave bipartisan approval to legislation already approved in the Senate that will increase pay for judges for the first time in a decade, while adding new transparency, efficiency, and accountability requirements and changing the composition of a state judicial oversight board. “Members, this is a big bill, and it’s one that your
Ban on Child Sexual Abuse NDAs Passes Texas Legislature, Heads to Governor’s Desk
Legislation prohibiting non-disclosure agreements (NDA) in cases of child sexual abuse has passed both chambers in the Texas Legislature and is headed to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk. Rep. Jeff Leach (R-Plano) carried House Bill (HB) 748, rendering NDAs void and enforceable when involving minor victims of sexual abuse — a method frequently used by
Permanent Daylight Saving ‘Texas Time’ Bill Heads to Abbott’s Desk
Legislation establishing Daylight Saving Time (DST) year-round in Texas, given federal authorization — ending the biannual clock changes — is on its way to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk after passing the Texas Senate. The upper chamber voted out House Bill (HB) 1393 by Rep. Will Metcalf (R-Conroe) on Thursday with 27 votes in favor and
Trout Unlimited Applauds Mine Cleanup
The House of Representatives passed the Community Reclamation Partnerships Act (H.R.167), legislation led by Congressman LaHood (R-IL) to facilitate partnerships between state agencies and non-liable third parties to clean up abandoned coal mines. Under federal law, non-profit organizations who had nothing to do with mining at an abandoned coal mine – so-called “community reclaimers” –
Florida Bonefish Survey Released
Bonefishing is more than just a sport—it is a storybook of memories, traditions, healthy competition, and importantly, change. But what happens when the only data we have to understand these changes are just the stories themselves? How do we track the health of the fishery over time and inform management when there is no formal
Target Surf Trout Now
Optimal surf trout fishing conditions occur when the water is clear and green to the beach, with calm seas and light winds. These conditions often follow several days of stable weather. Early mornings, especially during an incoming tide, are ideal times to target trout, as they tend to feed more aggressively during these periods. Rod
