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With Time Running Out, Texas Legislature Still At Impasse On GOP Elections Bill

Posted on August 2, 2021 · Republicans believe they have already compromised enough on the legislation, while Democrats are distrustful of both the policy driving the bill and their GOP colleagues after seeing how they have managed the process around the proposal so far.

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Gov. Greg Abbott Unveils Legislative Priorities, Including Police Funding, ‘Election Integrity,’ Expanding Broadband Access And More

Posted on February 1, 2021 · Gov. Greg Abbott designated five emergency items, which are matters the Legislature can vote on within the first 60 days of the session that began Jan. 12.

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Study: Texas Voter Education Campaign Failed to Prevent ID Confusion

Posted on April 11, 2017 · A federal judge last year ordered the Texas Secretary of State’s office to spend $2.5 million educating Texans about its voter ID requirements ahead of the 2016 elections