Bill limiting protests at public universities awaits Gov. Abbott’s approval
The bill’s text says it may not be construed to limit freedom of speech or expression as protected by the First Amendment or Texas Constitution. Critics wonder how this is possible, saying the bill in its entirety is an imposition of prohibitions on rights defined in those texts.
The bill’s text says it may not be construed to limit freedom of speech or expression as protected by the First Amendment or Texas Constitution. Critics wonder how this is possible, saying the bill in its entirety is an imposition of prohibitions on rights defined in those texts.
Texas GOP, Dems on school funding, THC ban
Texas Senator Royce West (D-Dallas) and Rep. Brian Harrison (R-Waxahachie) to talk about the wins and losses of Texas' 89th Legislative Session.
Texas Senator Royce West (D-Dallas) and Rep. Brian Harrison (R-Waxahachie) to talk about the wins and losses of Texas' 89th Legislative Session.
Texas THC ban: Awaiting Gov. Abbott signature, Dan Patrick continues push
Patrick called the influx of stores selling synthetic cannabis an "assault on Texas."
Patrick called the influx of stores selling synthetic cannabis an "assault on Texas."
Texas court sides with DOJ, prohibits in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, speaking on behalf of the DOJ, believes the Texas Dream Act treats some U.S. residents like “second-class citizens."
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, speaking on behalf of the DOJ, believes the Texas Dream Act treats some U.S. residents like “second-class citizens."
Gov. Abbott signs bill to provide $8.5B for Texas public schools
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 2 on Wednesday. The bill provides $8.5 billion in funding for public schools.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 2 on Wednesday. The bill provides $8.5 billion in funding for public schools.
Some popular foods may soon require warning labels in Texas
The bill would require products that contain certain food additives to have a warning label that says those additives are “not recommended for human consumption by the appropriate authority in Australia, Canada, the European Union, or the United Kingdom."
The bill would require products that contain certain food additives to have a warning label that says those additives are “not recommended for human consumption by the appropriate authority in Australia, Canada, the European Union, or the United Kingdom."
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.
Texas bill banning social media for minors fails to pass
A bill that would have banned children under 18 from using social media in Texas did not pass the state legislature.
A bill that would have banned children under 18 from using social media in Texas did not pass the state legislature.
Bill to replace Texas STAAR test fails
Texas lawmakers failed to come to an agreement on a bill that would have replaced the STAAR test in the state.
Texas lawmakers failed to come to an agreement on a bill that would have replaced the STAAR test in the state.
Texas THC ban: Groups hold competing news conferences with bill awaiting Abbott approval
With a bill to ban THC products in Texas awaiting Governor Greg Abbott's signature, both supporters and those who oppose the bill are looking to sway the governor.
With a bill to ban THC products in Texas awaiting Governor Greg Abbott's signature, both supporters and those who oppose the bill are looking to sway the governor.
Bill requiring sheriffs to work with ICE passes Texas legislature
In its original form, the bill would have applied only to counties with populations over 100,000. On May 24, the House passed an amended version in an 89-50 vote that would apply to all sheriffs in the state.
In its original form, the bill would have applied only to counties with populations over 100,000. On May 24, the House passed an amended version in an 89-50 vote that would apply to all sheriffs in the state.
Lt. Gov. Patrick calls legislative session most productive ever for Republicans | Texas: The Issue Is
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said the 89th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature is on the verge of being the "best" and most productive ever for conservatives.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said the 89th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature is on the verge of being the "best" and most productive ever for conservatives.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on legislative session
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick talks with FOX 7's Rudy Koski about where things stand as the end of the legislative session approaches. Then, FOX 4's Steven Dial talks to Texas Democratic Party chairman Kendall Scudder about his opinion of the session.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick talks with FOX 7's Rudy Koski about where things stand as the end of the legislative session approaches. Then, FOX 4's Steven Dial talks to Texas Democratic Party chairman Kendall Scudder about his opinion of the session.
Texas' $338 billion budget passes Senate, heads to Gov. Abbott's desk
Property tax relief, public schools, and more: Here's how your tax dollars will be spent over the next two years.
Property tax relief, public schools, and more: Here's how your tax dollars will be spent over the next two years.
Texas THC ban: Advocates seeking SB 3 veto to hold Monday press conference in Austin
Over 100,000 petition signatures and thousands of letters are expected to be delivered to Gov. Greg Abbott’s office in relation to their plea.
Over 100,000 petition signatures and thousands of letters are expected to be delivered to Gov. Greg Abbott’s office in relation to their plea.
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.
Tarrant County judge on redistricting: 'The mission is to get three Republican commissioners'
County Judge Tim O’Hare isn’t trying to hide his motive for redistricting: To further increase conservative leadership in Tarrant County by decreasing the number of Democrats in the commissioners court.
County Judge Tim O’Hare isn’t trying to hide his motive for redistricting: To further increase conservative leadership in Tarrant County by decreasing the number of Democrats in the commissioners court.
Texas bill banning phones in schools sent to Gov. Abbott for approval
A bill banning Texas students from using cell phones during the school day is headed to Governor Greg Abbott's desk for approval.
A bill banning Texas students from using cell phones during the school day is headed to Governor Greg Abbott's desk for approval.
Bill expanding Texas student discipline options awaits Gov. Abbott's signature
Gov. Greg Abbott says he plans to sign the bill into law once it reaches his desk, calling the proposal “common sense."
Gov. Greg Abbott says he plans to sign the bill into law once it reaches his desk, calling the proposal “common sense."
SMU researcher says proposed Tarrant County redistricting 'diminishes' voting power
Critics say the proposed maps violate racial protections in the Voting Rights Act. Now, an SMU researcher is applying her own mathematical review to the maps.
Critics say the proposed maps violate racial protections in the Voting Rights Act. Now, an SMU researcher is applying her own mathematical review to the maps.