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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
Public Lands Saved From Federal Sales
Congress’ decision to remove a problematic public-lands sell-off provision from the House reconciliation bill is a testament to the overwhelming outcry and the leadership of Congressman Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.). The provision, added to the bill in a late-night maneuver, would have directed the Bureau of Land Management to sell or exchange hundreds of thousands of
TPWD Funds Trail Grants
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission has approved more than $6.8 million in grants, funding 24 trail construction and maintenance projects across the state. The National Recreational Trails Fund (NRTF) supports recreational trail construction, renovation and acquisition through grants funded from a portion of the federal gas tax generated by fuel purchases for off-highway vehicles.
Spanish Mackerel On Gulf Council Agenda
The Gulf Council will meet at the Council Office, in Tampa, Florida located at 4107 W Spruce Street, Suite 200, Tampa, Florida on June 3 – 4, 2025. The meeting will convene each day at 8:30 AM, EDT and is scheduled to adjourn at 3:15 PM, EDT on June 4, 2025. As always, the public
$2.5 Billion Water Infrastructure Deal, Additional 10-Year Annual $1 Billion Struck in Texas Legislature
The 2025 Legislature will land the plane on a historic water session, allotting $2.5 billion in not-itemized infrastructure spending with a 50-50 split between new supply and fixing existing infrastructure in the 10-year annually dedicated funding. From the very beginning, state leaders hailed this as the “water session,” emphasizing the need to jumpstart the construction
$2.5 Billion Water Infrastructure Deal, Additional 20-Year Annual $1 Billion Struck in Texas Legislature
The 2025 Legislature will land the plane on a historic water session, allotting $2.5 billion in not-itemized infrastructure spending with a 50-50 split between new supply and fixing existing infrastructure in the 20-year annually dedicated funding. From the very beginning, state leaders hailed this as the “water session,” emphasizing the need to jumpstart the construction
Texas House Approves ‘New Hollywood’ $300 Million Film Tax Incentive Program
Legislation allotting $300 million in tax incentives per biennium for the film industry in Texas is one step closer to being signed into law by Gov. Greg Abbott, after passing the Texas House on Monday — following Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s initiative and prodding from A-list celebrities. The Texas Moving Image Industry Program
School Prayer Times and Classroom Ten Commandments Legislation Pass Texas Legislature, Head to Abbott
Bills allowing a formal time of prayer in schools and requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms passed the Texas Legislature and are now headed to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk, after failed attempts by lawmakers in previous legislative sessions. Senate Bill (SB) 10 by Sen. Phil King (R-Weatherford) and SB 11 by Sen.
Texas House Passes Texas Sheriffs-ICE Immigration Enforcement Contract Bill
A bill to increase cooperation between Texas sheriffs and federal authorities in order to better enforce immigration law was given approval by state House members this week. Senate Bill (SB) 8, coauthored in the upper chamber by Sens. Charles Schwertner (R-Georgetown) and Joan Huffman (R-Houston) and carried in the House by Rep. David Spiller (R-Jacksboro),
