Gov. Abbott's THC veto receives support from veterans
Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill to ban all recreational THC in Texas, citing legal flaws and prompting a sharp rebuke from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick while earning praise from the Texas VFW, with a special legislative session now set for July 21st to address the issue.
Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill to ban all recreational THC in Texas, citing legal flaws and prompting a sharp rebuke from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick while earning praise from the Texas VFW, with a special legislative session now set for July 21st to address the issue.
LIST: Bills vetoed by Gov. Abbott this session
More than 1,100 bills from the 89th Texas Legislature were signed into law by Gov. Greg Abbott, but not every bill that reached the governor's desk received his approval. Here's a closer look at the bills the governor rejected.
More than 1,100 bills from the 89th Texas Legislature were signed into law by Gov. Greg Abbott, but not every bill that reached the governor's desk received his approval. Here's a closer look at the bills the governor rejected.
Gov. Abbott's THC veto ignites political firestorm, backed by veterans
Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill to ban all recreational THC in Texas, citing legal flaws and prompting a sharp rebuke from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick while earning praise from the Texas VFW, with a special legislative session now set for July 21st to address the issue.
Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill to ban all recreational THC in Texas, citing legal flaws and prompting a sharp rebuke from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick while earning praise from the Texas VFW, with a special legislative session now set for July 21st to address the issue.
Abortion, religion in schools and THC - Hundreds of new Texas laws explained
Governor Greg Abbott signed over 600 bills into law this session, enacting significant legislative changes across education (including religion and cell phone use in schools), abortion access, foreign land ownership, border security, and various crime and law enforcement measures, with one notable bill regarding a THC ban still awaiting his decision.
Governor Greg Abbott signed over 600 bills into law this session, enacting significant legislative changes across education (including religion and cell phone use in schools), abortion access, foreign land ownership, border security, and various crime and law enforcement measures, with one notable bill regarding a THC ban still awaiting his decision.
Frisco ISD adjusts transfer rules to boost enrollment
Frisco ISD is implementing new student transfer policies, including options for grandchildren of residents and former students, to combat declining enrollment and budgetary pressures from school vouchers.
Frisco ISD is implementing new student transfer policies, including options for grandchildren of residents and former students, to combat declining enrollment and budgetary pressures from school vouchers.
Texas THC ban, school funding bills have legislators split | Texas: The Issue Is
As Gov. Greg Abbott signs bills passed by the Texas legislature, members from both parties talked about the session's big wins and losses.
As Gov. Greg Abbott signs bills passed by the Texas legislature, members from both parties talked about the session's big wins and losses.
Texas bill allocates $13M for animal spay and neutering services
Texas lawmakers passed a budget that sets aside $13 million for stray animal spaying and neutering services in order to limit the spread of infectious diseases.
Texas lawmakers passed a budget that sets aside $13 million for stray animal spaying and neutering services in order to limit the spread of infectious diseases.
Texas Governor Greg. Abbott signs bail reform package
Bail reform was identified as an emergency priority issue by Abbott during his State of the State address.
Bail reform was identified as an emergency priority issue by Abbott during his State of the State address.
Texas 89th legislative session comes to an end
Late Monday evening, the 89th Texas legislature officially came to an end in Austin.
Late Monday evening, the 89th Texas legislature officially came to an end in Austin.
Texas THC Ban on Abbott's desk as veto pressure mounts
As the Texas legislative session concludes, Governor Abbott faces a decision on a bill banning recreational THC, drawing strong reactions from both supporters and opponents.
As the Texas legislative session concludes, Governor Abbott faces a decision on a bill banning recreational THC, drawing strong reactions from both supporters and opponents.
Governor Greg Abbott to sign or veto Texas THC ban bill
As the Texas legislative session concludes, Governor Abbott faces a decision on a bill banning recreational THC, drawing strong reactions from both supporters and opponents.
As the Texas legislative session concludes, Governor Abbott faces a decision on a bill banning recreational THC, drawing strong reactions from both supporters and opponents.
Bill passes to legalize school payments to Texas student athletes
A bill that opens the door for universities in Texas to pay college athletes is headed to the governor’s desk. For decades, the NCAA has forbidden schools from paying athletes directly. But that firewall appears to be crumbling.
A bill that opens the door for universities in Texas to pay college athletes is headed to the governor’s desk. For decades, the NCAA has forbidden schools from paying athletes directly. But that firewall appears to be crumbling.
Texas homeowners battle rising insurance rates, lawmakers offer no help
Texas homeowners pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the country, and rates are increasing by double digits year over year. And there’s not much relief in sight from the Texas Legislature.
Texas homeowners pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the country, and rates are increasing by double digits year over year. And there’s not much relief in sight from the Texas Legislature.
Veterans lobby Governor Abbott on THC Ban as SB3 awaits signature
Governor Greg Abbott is currently deciding whether to sign or veto Senate Bill 3, a ban on THC products, while facing pressure from veterans who advocate for the products' medical benefits and support from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick who champions the ban for public safety.
Governor Greg Abbott is currently deciding whether to sign or veto Senate Bill 3, a ban on THC products, while facing pressure from veterans who advocate for the products' medical benefits and support from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick who champions the ban for public safety.
Texas law will require age verification, parental consent for app store downloads
The App Store Accountability Act requires age verification from all users and will prevent minors from downloading apps or making in-app purchases without parental consent from a connected account that has been verified.
The App Store Accountability Act requires age verification from all users and will prevent minors from downloading apps or making in-app purchases without parental consent from a connected account that has been verified.
Grapevine Lake crash: Gov. Abbott to suspects 'Welcome to Texas. Here's your Death Penalty'
Gov. Greg Abbott commented "Welcome to Texas. Here's your Death Penalty" after the arrest of two suspects in a deadly jet ski crash on Grapevine Lake.
Gov. Greg Abbott commented "Welcome to Texas. Here's your Death Penalty" after the arrest of two suspects in a deadly jet ski crash on Grapevine Lake.
Texas lawmakers pass bill banning gun buyback programs
A bill preventing cities from hosting gun buyback programs is heading to the governor’s desk. Supporters called the programs a waste of taxpayer money, while opponents called the bill government overreach.
A bill preventing cities from hosting gun buyback programs is heading to the governor’s desk. Supporters called the programs a waste of taxpayer money, while opponents called the bill government overreach.
Texas bans nondisclosure agreements in sex abuse cases
Senate Bill 835, nicknamed “Trey's Law," bans NDAs in civil cases that prevent a person who was sexually abused from speaking out about the abuse.
Senate Bill 835, nicknamed “Trey's Law," bans NDAs in civil cases that prevent a person who was sexually abused from speaking out about the abuse.
Texas House approves $1.5 billion plan to attract movie and TV production
Texas wants Hollywood back... Lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion film incentive plan to boost the media production business in Texas.
Texas wants Hollywood back... Lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion film incentive plan to boost the media production business in Texas.
Texas House passes bill to legalize short-barrel firearms
"Sawed-off" shotguns may soon be legal in Texas after the House passed a bill that expands the types of firearms legally allowed in the state.
"Sawed-off" shotguns may soon be legal in Texas after the House passed a bill that expands the types of firearms legally allowed in the state.