News from February 2025
Creighton introduces Texas Parental Bill of Rights with new educational measures
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
Senator Brandon Creighton has introduced Senate Bill 12, known as the Texas Parental Bill of Rights.
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD board president: New cell phone policy is 'reducing interruptions and distractions'
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
Shannon Braun, board president of the Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District (GCISD), said that the updated cell phone policy aims to reduce interruptions and distractions, contributing to a more positive learning environment.
Texas Association of Counties announces Staying Alive in 2025 contest
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
The Texas Association of Counties is promoting the "Staying Alive in 2025" contest, which runs until March 2.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner thanks USDA Secretary after productive meeting
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
Commissioner Sid Miller expressed gratitude to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins following her visit to Texas.
Sid Miller supports Senate Bill 17 against foreign ownership of Texas land
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed support for Senate Bill 17, which aims to prevent foreign adversaries from purchasing Texas land.
ICE criticizes Northampton County's release of detained immigrant
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has apprehended a Colombian citizen after Northampton County Prison released him, despite an ICE immigration detainer request.
Texas official supports federal intervention for struggling Gulf shrimp industry
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
The Texas shrimp industry is facing significant challenges, according to a statement from Commissioner Sid Miller.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner warns about cartel violence after rancher's death
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
A statement was released by Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller following a violent incident near Brownsville, Texas.
Texas commissioner supports bill urging federal action for Gulf shrimp industry
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed his support for Texas Representative A.J. Louderback's proposal aimed at addressing challenges faced by the Gulf shrimp industry.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner warns against cartel violence at border
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 25, 2025
A recent incident near Brownsville, Texas, has raised concerns about cartel violence along the Texas-Mexico border.
Texas Legislature pushing for increased nuclear energy investment
By Lone Star Standard reports | Feb 24, 2025
Nuclear energy is a major topic in the Texas Legislature this year. Sen. Tan Parker recently introduced SB 1105 that would establish the Texas Advanced Nuclear Innovation Fund to subsidize research and investment related to nuclear energy.
Sid Miller supports bill banning enemy foreign ownership of Texas land
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 24, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed support for Senate Bill 17, which seeks to prohibit foreign adversaries from purchasing land in Texas.
Texas senator introduces parental rights bill focusing on education control
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 24, 2025
Senator Brandon Creighton has introduced SB 12, known as the Texas Parental Bill of Rights, aimed at reinforcing parental authority in educational decisions.
Governor Abbott announces music community workshop in Fate
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 23, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced a collaborative effort between the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Fate to host a Music Friendly Texas Community workshop.
Texas Department of Information Resources issues request for technology solution services
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 23, 2025
The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) has issued a Request for Offer (RFO) to acquire Technology Solution Services (TSS).
Texas Association of Manufacturers celebrates 20th anniversary at Capitol
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 23, 2025
The Texas Association of Manufacturers (TAM) commemorated its 20th anniversary at the 2025 Texas Manufacturers’ Day at the Capitol in Austin.
Texas Public Policy Foundation supports FTO designation for Latin American cartels
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 23, 2025
The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) has expressed support for U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's decision to classify several Latin American cartel groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs).
Texas introduces House Bill 3 for universal Education Savings Accounts
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 23, 2025
The Texas House has introduced House Bill 3, aimed at providing universal Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) to students across the state.
Texas Public Policy Foundation introduces new agenda supporting families
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 23, 2025
The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) has introduced a new initiative called the Texas Family Success Agenda, aiming to bolster family formation, enduring marriages, and effective child development in the state.
Middleton files SB 19 to ban use of taxpayer funds for lobbyists
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 23, 2025
Texas State Senator Mayes Middleton has introduced Senate Bill 19, a legislative priority for Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick.
