Texas lawmakers propose billions in spending on border, tax cuts, and school vouchers
Just over a week into the 89th Texas legislature, both chambers have submitted their budget proposals for the next two years.
Texas budget writers prioritize school vouchers, teacher raises and border security in early drafts
Both chambers set aside $1 billion for a voucher-like education savings account program — double what was on the table two ...
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State legislative session under way
The first order of business for the session was to elect a new Speaker of the House – a hotly contested struggle, especially ...
Texas lawmakers propose billions for school choice efforts: 'No matter their zip code'
The Texas House and Senate are both seeking $1 billion for school choice this year, according to budget proposals shared ...
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Bengals' playoff hopes are alive – but here are 4 reasons Joe Burrow's team won't make postseason
Quarterback Joe Burrow’s brilliance – burnished by the heroics of Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase, the league’s premier wideout tandem – was a reminder that, for football fans, seeing Cincy ...
State Rep. Pat Curry files suit over Courageous Conservatives political tactics
The suit also asks a judge to order the PAC to “cease and desist from political advocacy in the state of Texas” until a ...
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Texas Ethics Commission dismisses complaint against state GOP chair, lawmaker says
Rep. Cody Harris had accused Abraham George of improperly threatening to send mailers and censure lawmakers who backed Rep.
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Dustin Burrows Elected Texas House Speaker as Bipartisan Support Thwarts Hard-Right Candidate
Rep. Dustin Burrows is elected Texas House Speaker, winning with support from Democrats, amid GOP internal tensions.