Texas lawmakers set for contentious special session on flooding, THC, redistricting, and many more
The Texas Legislature will convene a 30-day special session on Monday to address 18 items outlined by Governor Greg Abbott, including flood relief, THC product regulation, and congressional redistricting.
Colin Allred on Senate run | Texas: The Issue Is
Former Congressman Colin Allred discusses his run for Senate. Does the FOX Texas Trio think he has a shot? Then, a look at the state's shrinking surplus.
Protest over Texas redistricting effort planned at Governor's Mansion Sunday
Sunday's protest, titled "Focus on Flooding, Not Redistricting", will take aim at the efforts by Texas to add Republican seats to Congress.
Texas lawmakers file bills in advance of special session
Texas lawmakers will return to the Capitol on Monday for a special session called to work on the regulation of THC and 17 other items from Gov. Greg Abbott.
Nathan Johnson, Democratic state senator, jumps into attorney general race
State Sen. Nathan Johnson announced Tuesday that he is running for Texas attorney general.
Texas special session: SMU expert expects 'gamesmanship' for preventing quorum break
Recent reporting suggests that some Democratic leaders have urged Texas Democrats to attempt a quorum break in response to the redistricting - a rare move in which members of a party walk out of a session to reduce the quorum to a number too low to pass legislation.
Gov. Abbott on early warning systems, disaster planning | Texas: The Issue Is
FOX 7's Rudy Koski talked to Gov. Abbott about some of the ideas that are being pitched to prevent disasters like the deadly flooding in the Texas Hill Country.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett seeks answers on warning systems, federal response to Texas floods
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is asking for answers from federal agencies over the warning systems and subsequent federal response following devastating flooding in Central Texas over the July 4th weekend.
Texas parties at odds over timing of congressional redistricting efforts
After outrage from Democrats over Gov. Greg Abbott's call to draw new congressional district lines, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows said Friday they are in "lockstep."
Ken Paxton announces $2.9 million in Senate campaign fundraising
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a $2.9 million fundraising haul in the first report since announcing his campaign to challenge Sen. John Cornyn for his U.S. Senate seat.
Gov. Abbott calls for redistricting in special session, sparking outrage from Dems
Under the topic of redistricting it reads: “Legislation that provides a revised congressional redistricting plan in light of constitutional concerns raised by the U.S. Department of Justice."
Texas House and Senate create select committees to investigate disaster prep and flooding
The Texas House and Senate will appoint a nine-person select committee to look at disaster preparedness and the recent flooding across Central Texas.
State Sen. Angela Paxton files for divorce from Attorney General Ken Paxton
State Sen. Angela Paxton filed for divorce on Thursday from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, according to court records filed in Collin County.
Texas special session agenda includes flood relief, THC regulation
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s office released the agenda for the upcoming special session of the legislature on Wednesday.
Mother's advocacy leads to new Texas alcohol ID scanning law
Convenience stores and other places that sell alcohol will need electronic scanners at cash registers to verify customers' ages.
'Big Beautiful Bill' could reimburse Texas for billions spent on border security
The U.S. House passed the "Big Beautiful Bill" on Thursday. The 940-page bill includes a fund to reimburse states, like Texas, for border security efforts during the Biden administration.
Texas families of different faiths sue over law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms
Sixteen Texas families of different faiths have filed a lawsuit looking to block a state law that would require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in school classrooms.
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