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Texas sees rise in property taxes; opportunities for reform in upcoming legislative session
The Texas Comptroller's latest Biennial Property Tax Report reveals a $650 million increase in property taxes for 2023, despite previous promises of relief.
Governor Abbott appoints new commanding general for Texas State Guard
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Major General Roger O. Sheridan as the Commanding General of the Texas State Guard.
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar has released the Biennial Revenue Estimate (BRE), projecting $194.6 billion in revenue for general-purpose spending during the 2026-27 biennium.
Senator Bettencourt introduces bipartisan-supported "Sensible 4" education reform package
Senator Paul Bettencourt of Houston has introduced a set of bills known as the "Sensible 4" for Public Education ahead of the upcoming 89th Legislative Session, starting January 14, 2025.
Bettencourt introduces 'Integrity-7' bills focusing on Texas election transparency
Senator Paul Bettencourt of Houston has pre-filed a series of bills known as the "Integrity 7" in anticipation of the upcoming 89th Legislative Session, which is set to commence on January 14, 2025.
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Texas lawmakers introduce energy bills ahead of 2024 legislative session
As the Texas Legislature prepares for its upcoming session beginning January 14, lawmakers have already begun filing bills focused on energy, particularly renewable energy.
Texas considers new nuclear energy subsidies in upcoming session
Texas lawmakers may take steps to boost subsidies for nuclear energy in the upcoming legislative session, set to begin Jan. 14.
Texas leads the nation with highest wholesale electricity prices
Texas had the highest wholesale electricity prices in the U.S. over the last three years, according to a new report released by the Energy Alliance.
Report: Federal Energy Subsidies Driving the Energy Transition in the U.S., Texas
The shift in electric generation from fossil fuels to wind and solar is being driven by a disparity in federal energy subsidies, according to a new study.
Texas Blockchain Council president: There is ‘hundreds of billions of dollars circulating in stablecoins’
Lee Bratcher, the president and founder of the Texas Blockchain Council, said that stablecoins, mainly in US dollars and significant buyers of treasuries, help maintain the dollar as the world reserve currency and will impact finance greatly in the next decade. Bratcher was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
TASA awards scholarships to doctoral students pursuing educational leadership
TASA has announced the recipients of the 2025 Johnny L. Veselka Scholarship, an annual award recognizing outstanding doctoral students pursuing careers in educational leadership, with a focus on superintendency.
Martha Salazar-Zamora named finalist for AASA women in school leadership award
Tomball ISD Superintendent and TASA President Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora has been selected as one of two finalists for the 2025 Women in School Leadership Award.
Plesa files legislation package focused on improving public education system
Texas State Representative Mihaela Plesa (D-Dallas) has introduced five legislative proposals aimed at enhancing and safeguarding the public education system.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board names new commissioner
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has announced the appointment of Dr. Wynn Rosser as the new Commissioner of Higher Education. Dr. Rosser's background in higher education and philanthropic leadership positions him to advance...
Senator Brandon Creighton on DEI reforms: 'Our work isn't done—we'll keep up the momentum'
Brandon Creighton, State Senator of District 4 in Texas, said that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) reforms for higher education institutions have made a significant impact at Texas A&M University but emphasized that the work is ongoing.
Texas considers new nuclear energy subsidies in upcoming session
Texas lawmakers may take steps to boost subsidies for nuclear energy in the upcoming legislative session, set to begin Jan. 14.
Virtual currency mining facilities required to register with PUCT under new rule
The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) voted on November 21 to approve a new rule mandating that virtual currency mining facilities within the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) region register with the entity.
Texas achieves record highs in oil and natural gas production
Texas has reached new record highs in oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids (NGLs) production, according to the Texas Oil & Gas Association's (TXOGA) latest energy economic analysis.
Texas environmental agency fines over $1 million for regulation violations
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved penalties amounting to $966,504 against 30 entities for breaches of state environmental regulations.
Texas Commission approves over $293k in environmental violation fines
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved fines amounting to $249,607 against 15 entities for breaching state environmental regulations.