Texas: The Issue Is - Discussion about Gov. Greg Abbott's priorities going into his 3rd term
We know Texas has a record surplus and a lot of the focus has been on property tax relief, but in his inaugural address, Gov. Greg Abbott gave a preview of what other priorities he has for this legislative session.
Daylight saving time in Texas could be put to a vote in November
If the bill is passed, it would give voters in Texas the choice to observe standard time year-round or observe daylight saving time.
School safety one of top items on Texas Legislature agenda
Among the proposals is a bipartisan bill to put “panic buttons” in every classroom in Texas.
Gambling proposals gain traction in the Texas Legislature
Texas has been tough on gambling for decades but a new bill, SJR17, could change that by allowing a public vote on expanding gambling in the Lone Star State.
Inauguration Day in Texas: Gov. Greg Abbott sworn in for third term
In his speech at the State Capitol, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said he wants his legislative agenda to last not four years but 40 years.
Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov. Patrick take the oath of office for the 3rd time
Texas Governor Greg Abbott took the oath of office at an inauguration ceremony today at the Texas Capitol.
The Issue Is: A conversation with State Comptroller Glenn Hegar about Texas' $33 billion surplus
As state lawmakers continue to figure out what to do with its gigantic budget surplus, The Chief Financial Officer of the Texas government, State Comptroller Glenn Hager sat down with us to share his thoughts on the matter.
COVID-19 upended Texas schools’ finances. Now they’re calling for a new funding system.
Districts like Pflugerville ISD say the pandemic and rising inflation have eroded the value of the state’s last effort to overhaul its public education finance system.
Houston restaurant shooting could factor into gun control debates
A recent deadly shooting in Houston could factor into upcoming gun control debates at the Texas State Capitol this legislative session.
88th Texas Legislative Session: 64 bills filed in relation to LGBTQ+ community
In the 2023 Legislative Session, 64 bills have been filed in relation to the LGBTQ+ community. The most bills to be filed in a single regular session.
Robert Fratta, former Missouri City police officer, executed by lethal injection
A former suburban Houston police officer was executed Tuesday for hiring two people to kill his estranged wife nearly 30 years ago amid a contentious divorce and custody battle.
Texas’ 88th legislative session kicks off with lawmakers determining what to do with $33 billion surplus
With Tuesday’s launch of the 88th legislative session, Texas lawmakers are officially back in business at the state capitol facing the challenge of spending a $33 billion surplus..
Texas legislature reconvenes with calls for unity, potential conflict
Next month, Gov. Abbott will lay out his priorities for lawmakers. That will be done in his State of the State speech.
Texas Legislature 101: Understanding the state government and how it passes laws
Here’s a rundown of how a bill becomes a law, how the Texas Legislature works and the power players who keep things moving under the Pink Dome.
88th Texas legislative session begins Jan. 10
Katie Naranjo, chair of the Travis County Democratic Party, and Matt Mackowiak, chair of the Travis County GOP, discussed the upcoming Texas legislative session.
What will Texas do with its $33 billion surplus? State comptroller shares his thoughts
Lawmakers have gathered in Austin for the legislative session and have an unprecedented challenge to contend with that is what to do with a huge number of excess tax dollars.
Texas The Issue Is: Congressman Wesley Hunt discusses migrant crisis, budget, battle among GOP
Newly elected Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt insists the deepening immigration crisis along the Texas border is a clear and present danger to America's sovereignty and security.
2023 Austin City Council members take oath of office
Council member Velasquez, Council member Ryan Alter and Council member Zohaib “Zo” Qadri were elected in December’s runoff election, along with Mayor Kirk Watson.
Mayor Steve Adler hit with ethics complaints days before leaving office
Austin City Council Member Mackenzie-Anne Kelly and Linda Guerrero, a former candidate for Austin City Council District 9, have filed ethics complaints against Austin Mayor Steve Adler during his final days in office.
What does the new state legislative session mean for Texas veterans?
Mitch Fuller, the national and state legislative chairman with the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), speaks on the upcoming legislative session in Austin.