Far-right Christians move to gain more power in Texas legislative session
Landon Schott, the 41-year-old pastor of Mercy Culture Church in Fort Worth who repeatedly blasts Democrats as "godless" and "demonic," led an impromptu service in a Texas Capitol meeting room on Tuesday.
Texas Legislature's 89th session will start Tuesday. Who are key players you should know?
The 89th Texas Legislature will convene Tuesday. Here are some of the members who will help shape state policies.
Poll shows what Texas voters think lawmakers should be focused on this legislative session
The poll shows that when Texas voters were asked what they thought the Legislature's top priority would be, immigration or border security-related issues were the most frequently mentioned responses. Those issue were followed by the economy or concerns related to high prices, then education and crime.
Transportation bills to follow in the Texas Legislature this session
With the 89th regular legislative session underway in the Texas Legislature, lawmakers will consider a handful of bills that could impact transportation operations here in the Lone Star State.
Texas lawmaker Venton Jones proposes to partner on first day of 89th legislative session
The state Capitol hosts the Texas Legislature every two years, and the 89th legislative session started Tuesday. During a recess, in the presence of family, friends, colleagues, and supporters, Jones knelt and proposed to his longtime partner, Gregory Scott Jr.
Texas leaders kick off 89th legislative session: A look at what’s to come
State leaders are settling in at the Texas capital for the 89th legislative session, and sparks flew on day one.
Texas State Representative shares why he proposed to partner on house floor, first day of legislative session
Texas State Representative shares why he proposed to partner on house floor, first day of legislative session.
What both Republicans and Democrats hope to accomplish in the 89th Texas legislative session
The Texas Legislature meets every two years to introduce bills that it hopes will become law. Over 1,636 house bills have been submitted so far.
Watch Live: Texas' 89th legislative session begins with lawmakers voting for a new House speaker
It's the first vote lawmakers will conduct during the 89th regular legislative session after being sworn in. After current House Speaker Dade Phelan dropped his bid to keep the ga
Texas Legislature back at work for 89th Legislative Session
Dustin Burrows was elected house speaker, filling the role previously held by Dade Phelan.
Texas House of Representatives Kicks Off 89th Legislative Session with Public Support
Whoopi Goldberg showed some support to Carrie Underwood on “The View” (via Entertainment Weekly) amid backlash against the “American Idol” winner and country music star for her decision to perform “America the Beautiful” at Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan.
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The issues Texans care about most as a new legislative session begins
A new poll finds immigration and the economy are the top issues Texans want lawmakers to tackle in 2025. Public education, ...
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Texas legislative session | What to know about school choice legislation
Meanwhile, Texas House Democrats said one of their main missions during this legislative session was to stop the school choice effort. “We oppose any voucher or voucher-type scam that takes ...
Navasota ISD weighs in on school vouchers, budget hopes amid Texas' 89th Legislative Session
The fight over school choice and funding in the 2023 legislative session led to no school vouchers and no additional funding ...
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Meet Dustin Burrows, Texas’ new House Speaker and one of the most powerful people in the state
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who heads the Texas Senate, opposed Burrows’ run for Speaker. He has since released a statement saying ...