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Sen. Middleton: ‘Public service should not be about self-service’
Senator Mayes Middleton said SB 450, which prohibits former legislators and their staff from lobbying for two legislative sessions after retirement, aims to prevent politicians from profiting off their positions, emphasizing that "public service" should not be about "self-service." Middleton was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Restaurant operator on Texas bill threatening point-of-sale systems: They 'fail to consider the realities of running a small business'
Donna Finley, a restaurant operator in East Texas, expressed concerns that Senate Bill 2026 could render essential point-of-sale systems obsolete and jeopardize the operations of local restaurants, shops, and service providers.
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Sen. Middleton: SB 453 requires ‘a course on modern conflicts’
Senator Mayes Middleton said SB 453 requires teaching about "communist Russian history," China, North Korea, Cuba, Cambodia, and "radical Islamic terrorism," including 9/11, ensuring modern conflicts are not "forgotten" in classrooms. Middleton was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Don’t Be Fooled—Texas Still Needs Strong Protections Against Social Media Censorship
In 2021, Texas made headlines by passing House Bill 20, a pioneering piece of legislation that stood up to Big Tech censorship.
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Sen. Middleton: ‘I’m trying to prohibit SNAP funds from being used to purchase’ junk food
Senator Mayes Middleton said Texas spends billions on SNAP benefits, and while the program’s purpose is nutrition, items like "sodas, junk food, candy, and cookies" are not beneficial and contribute to chronic illnesses, which is why he sponsored S.B. No. 379 to prohibit using SNAP funds for such purchases. Middleton was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Sen. Middleton: ‘Common sense and public safety will be top priorities’
Senator Mayes Middleton said he is optimistic that the Texas House will pass S.J.R. No. 5 this session, noting that with 88 Republicans, securing 12 Democratic votes is necessary to approve the amendment, which he described as "common sense" for public safety. Middleton was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Dwyer Workforce Development CEO: ‘We’re glad to see Texas’ leaders dedicating time’ to address healthcare staffing crisis
Barb Clapp, CEO of Dwyer Workforce Development, a nonprofit organization supporting individuals pursuing healthcare careers, said that Texas lawmakers are taking appropriate steps to address the state's healthcare staffing crisis.
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Rep. Don McLaughlin files The Uvalde Strong Act
Rep. Don McLaughlin announced the filing of House Bill 33, known as The Uvalde Strong Act, aimed at addressing the protocol failures from the May 24, 2022 school shooting in Uvalde that claimed the lives of 19 children and 2 teachers. The announcement was made in a press release on March 3, 2025.
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OPINION: Trump, Congress Can End IRS Targeting Texas Small Businesses
Under the Biden administration Democrats dangerously weaponized government, using agencies like the Internal Revue Service (IRS) and the murky regulatory process as political tools to target taxpayers they deem undesirable.
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Rep. Leo Wilson announces co-authorship of HB 3 and tax relief package
Rep. Terri Leo Wilson announced she is co-authoring House Bill 3, a universal school choice program and the introduction of a property tax relief package by the House. The announcement was made in a press release on Feb. 27.
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OPINION: The GUARD Act - A Bureaucratic overreach that hurts America’s veterans
America’s strength has always been forged by those willing to step up and serve.
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OPINION: Texas must lead in the new era of government accountability and transparency
The popular-vote victory of Donald Trump to a second term made clear that the American people want to see major changes in how their government operates.
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Sen. Parker announces capital markets development bills
Senator Tan Parker announced the filing of a package of four bills, SJR 50, SB 1056, SB 1057, and SB 1058, aimed at encouraging the development of capital markets in Texas.
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Texas Business Coalition announces support for Gov. Abbott’s State of the State address
Texas Business Coalition has expressed its support for Governor Greg Abbott's reaffirmation of Texas' business-friendly policies during his State of the State Address on February 2, 2025.
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Texas 2036 executive: ‘Native Texans’ need to ‘have the skills and credentials necessary’ to fill future jobs’
John Hryhorchuk, the senior vice president of policy and advocacy at Texas 2036, said Texas needs to ensure its native workforce has the skills to fill future jobs while addressing key infrastructure challenges like energy and water to sustain long-term economic growth and affordability. Hryhorchuk was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Rep. Spiller: ‘There's nothing targeted’ in property restrictions
Texas State Rep. David Spiller said property restrictions are not limited to agricultural land or dual citizens but can include minerals, leases, and other interests, with complexities in determining entity ownership through public records. Spiller was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks podcast.
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Texas 2036 executive: ‘We've been involved in a lot of bills that have become law’
John Hryhorchuk, senior vice president of policy at Texas 2036, said they've supported over 100 bills, including reforms to the school fund, pension system, and infrastructure, saving taxpayers billions. Hryhorchuk was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Rep. Spiller: ‘There are so many terrorists pouring into our country’
Texas State Rep. David Spiller said the country faces a significant threat from open borders, with human trafficking and terrorists entering at record levels, warning that another 9/11-scale attack could happen due to the unchecked influx. Spiller was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks podcast.
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Texas 2036 executive: Texans need the ‘bolder concept that it's [prosperity] not just a miracle’
John Hryhorchuk, the senior vice president of policy and advocacy at Texas 2036, said the organization uses data to address Texas' challenges and develop solutions aimed at ensuring the state's prosperity through its bicentennial and beyond, and that there is a need for a bold vision of sustained growth. Hryhorchuk was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Rep. Spiller: SB 4 is 'the strongest border security bill in state' and nation
Texas State Rep. David Spiller said he carried and passed HB 4 and SB 4, the strongest border security bills in state and national history, and remains committed to addressing border security and foreign land ownership issues due to his experience as a practicing attorney. Spiller was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks podcast.