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Texas Acquires More State Park Land for One of Its Most Popular Parks
In recent months, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has expanded its inventory of state land for Texas residents and visitors to enjoy. × 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 original article: https://thetexan.news/state/texas-state-news/texas-acquires-more-state-park-land-for-one-of-its-most-popular-parks/article_0b6768d8-d80f-11ef-a888-4ba81557c804.html
Trump Spotlights Gov. Abbott, Attorney General Paxton in Post-Inauguration Speech
President Donald Trump praised Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton in a speech immediately following his inauguration ceremony, telling Abbott he is “going to have a partner that’s going to work with” him now on securing the southern border. “He’s done a good job, the governor of Texas,” Trump said in a
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
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
Patrick, Phelan Scrap Once More Ahead of Texas House Speaker Vote Over Bank Ties
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont) joined in one last brouhaha on Sunday evening, just two days before the vote to replace Phelan as Texas House speaker. The Texas Legislature will convene on Tuesday, and the House’s first business after being sworn in will be to elect a speaker. State Reps. David
Dan Patrick Boasts Record Fundraising Haul, ‘Second-Highest’ in Texas History
With just days remaining until the start of the 89th Legislative Session, the leader of the upper chamber has posted a “record” number of fundraising dollars. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick posted “over $33.5 million” raised for his re-election campaign in 2026 — likely putting to bed the rumors that he would not seek another term
Inaugural Investiture For New Statewide Texas Appeals Court Held In House Chambers
A formal ceremony was held in the chambers of the Texas House of Representatives with full attendance for the state’s new 15th Court of Appeals (COA), whose three judges retook the oaths of office. The court was created by legislation passed during the 88th Legislative Session by Sen. Joan Huffman (R-Houston) and former Rep. Andrew
