Bill filed in Texas House to withhold state funds from universities that teach critical race theory
HB 1607, filed by Republican state Rep. Cody Harris, would make institutions of higher learning ineligible to receive state funds if they teach critical race theory.
HB 1607, filed by Republican state Rep. Cody Harris, would make institutions of higher learning ineligible to receive state funds if they teach critical race theory.
Ranked-choice voting in Texas? One representative wants to make it a reality
A state representative from Austin is looking to transform the way local elections are held, calling to shift to a growing process called ranked-choice voting.
A state representative from Austin is looking to transform the way local elections are held, calling to shift to a growing process called ranked-choice voting.
Texas: The Issue Is - Discussion about Gov. Greg Abbott's priorities going into his 3rd term
We know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
We know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
Texas: The Issue Is - Discussion about Gov. Greg Abbott's priorities going into his 3rd term pt. 2
In his speech, Gov. Abbott mentioned infrastructure, something House Speaker Dade Phelan said should be a priority with the extra money.?
In his speech, Gov. Abbott mentioned infrastructure, something House Speaker Dade Phelan said should be a priority with the extra money.?
Texas: The Issue Is - Discussion about Gov. Greg Abbott's priorities going into his 3rd term
We know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
We know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
Midlothian state rep introduces bill to keep Title 42 until COVID-19 federal mandates are lifted
State Representative Brian Harrison (R-Midlothian) has filed legislation that would use state health authority to require immediate expulsion of illegal immigrants back to their countries of origin.
State Representative Brian Harrison (R-Midlothian) has filed legislation that would use state health authority to require immediate expulsion of illegal immigrants back to their countries of origin.
Texas: The Issue Is... Budget Surplus (Part 2)
Greg Groogan, Steven Dial and Rudy Koski share their thoughts on all the extra money Texas lawmakers must decide how to spend.
Greg Groogan, Steven Dial and Rudy Koski share their thoughts on all the extra money Texas lawmakers must decide how to spend.
Texas: The Issue Is... Budget Surplus
This week, the Texas trio talked with government comptroller Glenn Hager about the mountain of excess cash in the state budget. Hear what he has to say about where it might go.
This week, the Texas trio talked with government comptroller Glenn Hager about the mountain of excess cash in the state budget. Hear what he has to say about where it might go.
Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov. Patrick take the oath of office for the 3rd time
Texas Governor Greg Abbott took the oath of office at an inauguration ceremony today at the Texas Capitol.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott took the oath of office at an inauguration ceremony today at the Texas Capitol.
The Issue Is: A conversation with State Comptroller Glenn Hegar about Texas' $33 billion surplus
As state lawmakers continue to figure out what to do with its gigantic budget surplus, The Chief Financial Officer of the Texas government, State Comptroller Glenn Hager sat down with us to share his thoughts on the matter.
As state lawmakers continue to figure out what to do with its gigantic budget surplus, The Chief Financial Officer of the Texas government, State Comptroller Glenn Hager sat down with us to share his thoughts on the matter.
North Texas mayors team up to lobby for key issues in Texas Legislature
Texas mayors from different political affiliations joined forces in a united voice to lobby the state Legislature on a Zoom call Friday. Some of the mayors also voiced additional concerns.
Texas mayors from different political affiliations joined forces in a united voice to lobby the state Legislature on a Zoom call Friday. Some of the mayors also voiced additional concerns.
Sunnyvale ISD superintendent retiring from position to advocate for public schools
Doug Williams has guided the top-rated Sunnyvale district through explosive growth and the building of new schools. He says his retirement is a repurposing of his role to further advocate for public schools statewide.
Doug Williams has guided the top-rated Sunnyvale district through explosive growth and the building of new schools. He says his retirement is a repurposing of his role to further advocate for public schools statewide.
Effort to ban Democratic chairs fails in Texas House, but rule passes to penalize future quorum-breakers
State lawmakers approved a new rule that punishes lawmakers who break quorum. It's in response to the last legislative session when most House Democrats went to Washington D.C. in protest of Republican-backed voting restrictions.
State lawmakers approved a new rule that punishes lawmakers who break quorum. It's in response to the last legislative session when most House Democrats went to Washington D.C. in protest of Republican-backed voting restrictions.
Texas Legislature 101: Understanding the state government and how it passes laws
Here’s a rundown of how a bill becomes a law, how the Texas Legislature works and the power players who keep things moving under the Pink Dome.
Here’s a rundown of how a bill becomes a law, how the Texas Legislature works and the power players who keep things moving under the Pink Dome.
88th Texas Legislature: Lawmakers working with record budget surplus
The Texas Legislature reconvened Tuesday with a record amount of revenue for the budget and a record surplus on top of that.
The Texas Legislature reconvened Tuesday with a record amount of revenue for the budget and a record surplus on top of that.
Texas The Issue Is: Congressman Wesley Hunt discusses migrant crisis, budget, battle among GOP
Newly elected Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt insists the deepening immigration crisis along the Texas border is a clear and present danger to America's sovereignty and security.
Newly elected Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt insists the deepening immigration crisis along the Texas border is a clear and present danger to America's sovereignty and security.
Texas governor asks lawmakers to revise ankle monitor system following North Texas murders
The governor is calling for changes to the state’s ankle monitor system because of two murder cases in North Texas involving parolees.
The governor is calling for changes to the state’s ankle monitor system because of two murder cases in North Texas involving parolees.
Lawmakers likely to focus on border, schools & surplus for 88th Texas Legislature
The 88th Texas Legislature reconvenes in just one week and already state lawmakers have filed hundreds of bills. A budget surplus, border spending, school security, and sexually explicit library books are among the top priorities for lawmakers.
The 88th Texas Legislature reconvenes in just one week and already state lawmakers have filed hundreds of bills. A budget surplus, border spending, school security, and sexually explicit library books are among the top priorities for lawmakers.
Texas: The Issue Is - Dallas sports owners throw support behind legalizing online gambling in the state
FOX reporters from Dallas, Houston and Austin discuss the push to legalize online sports gambling in Texas led by former governor Rick Perry
FOX reporters from Dallas, Houston and Austin discuss the push to legalize online sports gambling in Texas led by former governor Rick Perry
Texas: The Issue Is - Former Gov. Rick Perry pushing to legalize online sports betting in Texas
The former governor is calling on the Texas legislature to approve new legislation to make online sports gambling in Texas. Officials believes that legalized sports betting in Texas would result in more than $250 million a year in tax revue for the state.
The former governor is calling on the Texas legislature to approve new legislation to make online sports gambling in Texas. Officials believes that legalized sports betting in Texas would result in more than $250 million a year in tax revue for the state.