Posted on · The ACLU, the Anti-Defamation League and others slammed the bills, which they say are unjust and make it harder to vote. Harris County leaders, meanwhile, say their reforms are the target.
Posted on · "I plan to meet with law enforcement who oppose permitless carry and with the [National Rifle Association] and [Gun Owners of America] who support it to see if we can find a path that a majority of senators will vote to pass,” Patrick said.
Posted on · Senate Bill 21 would require cash bail for people who have ever been convicted of a violent crime.
Posted on · Bills aimed at restricting access to abortions in Texas are moving quickly through the state Legislature.
Posted on · The budget does not factor in over $35 billion in federal aid. Senators said they don't yet know when that money will come in and what strings could be attached.
Posted on · Senate Bill 7 is at the forefront of Texas Republicans’ crusade to further restrict voting in the state after last year’s election.
Posted on · The lawsuit charges that the rule violates Texas constitutional protections for free speech and the right to petition government for the redress of grievances.
Posted on · Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said the House "stood for big business" after Speaker Dade Phelan signaled skepticism about reversing billions of dollars in charges for wholesale electricity during last month’s winter storm.
Posted on · Senate Bill 2142, sponsored by state Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Mineola, had not even been filed when the day started Monday, but lawmakers suspended their rules to hastily push it through the Senate.
Posted on · While COVID-19 guidelines will vary between lawmakers’ offices, communication between legislators and the public will largely consist of phone and video calls or small, in-person meetings by appointment.
Posted on · Lawmakers will convene at noon in the State Capitol, where new senators and representatives will be sworn in. Between the coronavirus pandemic and last week’s insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, many have concerns about safety today.
Posted on · Do you have questions about how the 87th legislative session will work? Our Texas Newsroom partners at KUT in Austin have answers.
Posted on · Watson discusses his role on the governor's post-coronavirus economy advisory council and his new life in academia at the University of Houston.
Posted on · Watson has represented Austin in the Texas Senate since 2007.
Posted on · Ruth Ruggero Hughs replaces David Whitley, who failed to receive Senate confirmation after his office questioned the voter eligibility of thousands of naturalized citizens.