
AGC of Texas cancels scheduled event for April 18, 2025
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 18, 2025
This article provides information regarding the closure of an event initially scheduled by the AGC of Texas for April 18, 2025.

Governor Abbott applauds Aransas Pass's new tourism-friendly status
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the City of Aransas Pass for achieving the Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community status.

Texas Senate passes bill to restore education accountability system
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
The Texas Senate has passed Senate Bill 1962, put forward by Senator Paul Bettencourt, with the aim of reinstating the A-F Public Education Accountability System.

Farm Bill's impact on health and subsidies under scrutiny
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
Americans are familiar with ultra-processed foods, often loaded with additives that potentially harm health and increase healthcare costs.

Texas Senate confirms Coppersmith, Halman, Bellah to DIR Board
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
The Texas Senate has confirmed three new board members to the Department of Information Resources (DIR).

Governor Abbott names Timmerman and Patton to Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has made key appointments to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission.

Texas House rejects amendment for referendum on school vouchers
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
Lawmakers in Texas have voted against an amendment proposing a statewide referendum on private school vouchers.

OPINION: Congress should tell the FCC to leave 20th Century regulations in the past
By Mike Wheeler | Apr 17, 2025
When voters sent President Donald Trump back to the White House, they did so because they were ready for an administration that would stop the government overreach that was a hallmark of the previous administration.

Conference committees play crucial role in legislative process for Texas HB 2 and SB 2
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
For a bill to become law, it must navigate several steps before reaching the governor.

TCEQ issues $304,223 in fines for environmental violations
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved penalties amounting to $260,076 for 21 entities found in violation of state environmental regulations.

Texas lawmakers debate contentious public school proposal
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
Lawmakers in Texas have been engaged in heated debates regarding a controversial proposal impacting public schools.

Texas House passes school finance and voucher bills after intense debates
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
The Texas House has passed two significant education bills: House Bill 2 (HB 2) introduced by Representative Brad Buckley and Senate Bill 2 (SB 2) authored by Senator Brandon Creighton.

Texas DOGE takes action to investigate Superior HealthPlan allegations
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 17, 2025
The Texas House Committee on Delivery of Government Efficiency has announced it is taking action following reports that Superior HealthPlan hired private investigators to target lawmakers, patients, healthcare providers, and a journalist.

Weekend Interview: Insights on Texas Property Tax Relief from James Quintero
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 16, 2025
As the Texas economy continues to boom and newcomers flock to the state for many reasons, one is the perception of Texas as a low-tax state.

Governor Abbott announces new TMEIC manufacturing facility in Waller County
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 16, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that TMEIC Corporation Americas will be developing a new manufacturing facility in Waller County.

Students showcase environmental care in Texas art contest
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 16, 2025
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has announced the winners of the 2025 Take Care of Texas Kids Art Contest.

Clean Water Action underscores need for comprehensive water resource protection
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 16, 2025
Clean Water Action has published a white paper emphasizing the necessity of safeguarding all water resources to ensure the safety of drinking water sources.

Texas House passes cyber command bill to protect against foreign cyber threats
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 16, 2025
Today, the Texas House of Representatives passed House Bill 150, introduced by Chairman Giovanni Capriglione.

Senator Paxton introduces bill to enhance parental control over children's app use
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 16, 2025
Senator Angela Paxton has introduced Senate Bill 2420, which aims to provide parents with more control over the content their children access through digital platforms.

Texas legislative effort aims to protect dignity of donated human remains
By Lone Star Standard | Apr 16, 2025
The issue of mishandling donated human remains has raised concern across Texas and nationwide.