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Texas Senate Passes Sunset Bill, Abbott Proclaims Rest Of Special Session Agenda

Andrew Schneider

Posted on July 20, 2017 · Governor Greg Abbott delayed proclaiming the remaining 19 items until the Senate extended the life of five state agencies, including the Texas Medical Board.

Tags 85th Texas Legislature Governor Greg Abbott Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick special session sunset legislation

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What Are The Priorities For The Legislature’s Special Session?

Abner Fletcher

Posted on July 18, 2017 · Legislators are headed back to Austin for a 30-day session addressing everything from "sunset" legislation, to the "bathroom bill,” to raising teacher pay.

Tags mark jones politics Ross Ramsey special session sunset legislation Texas Legislature The Texas Tribune

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