Politics
Texas argues Facebook and Twitter are a ‘modern-day public square’ in defense of censorship law
Posted on · Lawyers for the social media companies say the law, HB 20, is an infringement on their First Amendment rights.
Tag: U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Politics
Texas abortion law challenge heads to state’s supreme court, likely adding more delays to case
Posted on · The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision means it could take months before abortion providers’ challenge to the restrictive law returns to a federal court.
Criminal Justice
The bail bond industry hopes a recent court ruling kills Harris County’s reforms. Supporters don’t see that happening
Posted on · The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that district court judges have sovereign immunity from the sort of suits that led to the consent decree that ended the O’Donnell v. Harris County lawsuit.
Texas
In Long-Winding Case, Court Considers Federal Oversight Of Texas Redistricting
Posted on · A panel of three judges heard arguments in the high-stakes fight that could return Texas to the days of federal supervision of its political maps.
Elections
Pasadena Prepares For First City Election Since Voting Rights Verdict
Posted on · A federal judge struck down Pasadena’s system for electing city council members in January, ruling it discriminated against Latino voters. The city government has appealed the decision to the U.S. Fifth Circuit.
Politics
With Deadline Looming, Pasadena Considers Whether To Appeal Voting Rights Verdict
Posted on · A federal judge threw out changes to Pasadena’s method for choosing city council members, saying the changes discriminated against Latino voters. Weeks remain before the city must print up ballots for its next election.
Houston Matters
What’s Next for the State’s Foster Care System?
Posted on · In March, the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals denied an attempt by the State of Texas to pause a revamp of its foster care system. The court appointed two Special Masters to oversee the system revamp. Francis McGovern and Kevin Ryan began their appointed positions in April. Then, earlier this month, the Special Masters […]
Election 2016
Harris County Officials: Latest Ruling On Texas Voter ID Law Will Not Have Big Impact
Posted on · County Clerk Stan Stanart says his office will update election workers on the interim plan reached after the ruling from the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.