Texas lawmakers propose billions for school choice efforts: ‘No matter their zip code’
Proponents of school choice in Texas argue it lets students attend schools that fit their specific needs, while critics claim ...
Texas House, Senate offer first glimpse at how $150 billion in tax money may be spent
House Bill 1 proposes $335.7 billion in state and federal spending, including $154.1 billion in general revenue spending.
Texas budget writers want $1 billion for school vouchers, $5 billion for teacher pay raises
Both chambers are off to a fast start, with each unveiling its plan to guide state spending for the two-year budget cycle ...
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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 ...
State Rep. Pat Curry files suit over Courageous Conservatives PAC 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 ...
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.
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San Antonio’s Stout House to bring neighborhood craft beer, bar concept to North Austin
Stout House, a successful craft beer and cocktail bar concept in San Antonio, is pursuing a location in North Austin’s retail, dining and entertainment district The Linc.