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Texas addresses AI child abuse images and creates strategic bitcoin reserve
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 12, 2025
This week, the Criminal Justice Committee passed several bills to tackle the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in creating fake images of children.
Kolkhorst on AHA's opposition to SNAP-reform bill: 'Might be the surprise of the session so far'
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 12, 2025
Lois Kolkhorst, chair of the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services, said that the American Heart Association's opposition to SB 379 was the biggest surprise of the legislative session so far.
Texas Senate passes bill establishing state bitcoin reserve
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 12, 2025
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued a statement following the bipartisan approval of Senate Bill 21, which establishes the Texas Bitcoin Reserve.
Texas secures 2024 Governor's Cup for 13th consecutive year
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 12, 2025
Texas has once again claimed the prestigious Governor's Cup, marking its 13th consecutive win and 21st overall victory in Site Selection magazine's rankings.
Texas Senate considers new approach to special education funding
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 12, 2025
The Senate Education Committee in Texas is considering a bill that could significantly alter the funding model for special education.
Governor Abbott activates emergency response ahead of winter storm threat
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 11, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has taken steps to prepare Texas for upcoming winter weather conditions.
Governor Abbott urges Texans to support school choice legislation
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 11, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott addressed a gathering at the Texas Public Policy Foundation in Austin, emphasizing the strong support for a universal school choice bill for all Texas families.
Texas House Public Education Committee holds HB 2 hearings
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 11, 2025
Rep. Terri Leo Wilson announced that the Texas House Public Education Committee began its first bill hearings, including testimony on HB 2 over two days, as part of a legislative effort in public education.
State Rep. Troxclair on HB 3482: We must ensure 'property rights are not overrun by new developments'
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 10, 2025
Ellen Troxclair, a Texas state representative, announced the introduction of House Bill 3482 aimed at mitigating the environmental impact of rock quarries.
Texas Senate approves Bitcoin reserve as state-held asset
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 10, 2025
Bitcoin could soon be a state-held asset in Texas following the approval of a new bill by the Senate.
Texas awards $2M grant to KoMiCo for semiconductor facility expansion
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 10, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that KoMiCo Technology, Inc. will receive a $2 million grant from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF).
Texas lawmakers challenge Austin’s light-rail funding, warn of statewide impact
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 10, 2025
A new financing strategy for long-term capital projects in Texas was a topic of discussion at Texas Public Policy Foundation Policy Summit. The panel took place on Feb. 21.
Texas pesticide collection event gathers over 179k pounds of waste
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 10, 2025
The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service recently hosted a pesticide waste removal event in Dawson County, Lamesa, Texas.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner backs efforts to expand rural healthcare access
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 10, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed his support for U.S. Representative Jodey Arrington's initiatives aimed at improving healthcare access in rural areas.
Texans may vote on daylight saving time in November election
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 9, 2025
Senator Paul Bettencourt from Houston has introduced Senate Bill 2029 and Senate Joint Resolution 67, aiming to let Texans decide whether to adopt Standard Time or Daylight Saving Time year-round.
Texas advances bills on AI child protection, dementia research, Bitcoin reserve
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 9, 2025
The Texas Criminal Justice Committee has advanced several bills to combat the misuse of artificial intelligence in creating fake images of children, a practice known as "deepfakes."
Missing radiographic camera in Loving County prompts public alert
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 9, 2025
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has issued a public notification regarding a missing radiographic camera in Loving County.
Vice President Vance visits Eagle Pass for border security discussions
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 9, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas, alongside the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard, is collaborating with federal officials to address border security concerns.
Texas Senate approves bills on dementia research and Bitcoin reserve
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 9, 2025
The Texas Senate has approved a bill to establish a new institute focused on finding a cure for Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
Texas legislators announce Texas taxpayer & voter defense act
By Lone Star Standard | Mar 8, 2025
Rep. Ellen Troxclair has introduced House Bill 3879, known as the Texas Taxpayer & Voter Defense Act (TTVD Act), aimed at addressing concerns over tax-rate elections, instead of bond elections, being used to fund large capital projects and the lack of restrictions on project modifications post-voter approval. The announcement was made via a press release.
