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Director of advocacy at Cicero: ‘Let’s see if we can accelerate the influx of doctors into the system’
Bryan Sunderland, director of advocacy at the Cicero Institute, said that granting two-year temporary licenses to internationally licensed doctors with five years of experience can accelerate the influx of doctors in the U.S. healthcare system. Sunderland was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani: ‘Good relationships’ between both parties are important for legislative success
Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani said bipartisan collaboration, respectful dialogue, and private consultation in discussing bills and fostering mutual understanding among colleagues are crucial in legislative endeavors.
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Former MLB player: The MLB 'is a business' that will 'try to get their player for the least amount of money as possible'
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 12, 2024
Mark Teixeira, former professional baseball first baseman, discussed his draft experience, where he expected to be a top pick but ended up being selected in the ninth round, highlighting the business-driven nature of the sport. Teixeira was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
OPINION: Austin rail project rewriting Texas norms, state leaders should weigh in before it goes too far
By Lone Star Standard Editorial Board | Feb 16, 2024
During the 88th regular session, a legislative fight about how the Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) is financing a $7 billion + light rail project in Austin concluded with a sustained point-of-order brought by Representative John Bucy in the final days of the session.
OPINION: The Texas Grid Held . . . Barely
By Bill King | Feb 5, 2024
During the recent winter storm Heather (January 13-16), the Texas grid was able to produce enough energy to meet the demand, but just barely.
OPINION: The Real Costs for Texas Southern Border Counties
By Thomas McGregor | Jan 22, 2024
Beyond immigration concerns, Texas is grappling with a significant and heartbreaking challenge.
