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.

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.

Mayors clash with Tarrant County judge over "unlawful" redistricting plan

Proposed redistricting maps for Tarrant County, led by County Judge Tim O'Hare, are facing strong opposition from Arlington Mayor Jim Ross and other local leaders who allege the plan lacks transparency and may violate voting rights laws ahead of a June 3 vote.

Texas THC ban: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick continues push for SB3

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick held a news conference on Wednesday afternoon surrounded by THC-infused snacks as a bill to ban THC products awaits approval from Gov. Greg Abbott.

Local leaders speak out against Tarrant County redistricting efforts

Tarrant County Commissioners will soon vote on a controversial redistricting map. Not all commissioners agree on it, and some argue that it could reshape Tarrant County politics.

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.

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.

Texas voters to decide on constitutional amendment clarifying that only U.S. citizens can vote

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed new legislation on Monday that he says makes it “crystal clear" that only U.S. citizens are allowed to vote in Texas. Texas voters will decide on the issue in November.

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.

Texas THC ban: SB3 sent to Gov. Abbott for approval

A bill banning THC products in the state of Texas is headed to Governor Greg Abbott's desk.

Texas bail reform bill, abortion clarification
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The Texas Legislature approved a bail reform package after several attempts failed in the past. FOX 7's Rudy Koski talks to Rep. Mitch Little and Rep. A.J. Louderback about the package and the impact that it could have. Then, a look at a bill looking to clarify Texas' near-total abortion ban.

Texas bail reform package: Reps discuss key changes | Texas: The Issue Is

A landmark bail reform plan is headed to Texas Governor Greg Abbott for approval. Hear about the package from the lawmakers who helped pass it.

Texas reps rally against Senate amendment pruning medical marijuana expansion

An amendment passed by the Texas Senate to a bill defining medical marijuana use in the state greatly reduces applicable patients compared to the version passed by the House.