News from February 2025
OPINION: The GUARD Act - A Bureaucratic overreach that hurts America’s veterans
By Brian Taef | Feb 18, 2025
America’s strength has always been forged by those willing to step up and serve.
Creighton introduces bill proposing unprecedented pay raise for Texas teachers
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 18, 2025
Senator Brandon Creighton of Conroe has introduced Senate Bill 26, the first proposal in the Texas Teacher Bill of Rights legislative package.
Killeen earns music friendly status under Texas initiative
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the City of Killeen has been recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).
Texas lawmakers tackle emergency items as new bills are filed
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 18, 2025
The Texas Legislature is currently in a busy period as Governor Greg Abbott has declared seven "emergency items," allowing the Senate to consider related legislation immediately.
Commissioner Sid Miller calls for ban on non-water additives in Texas
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 18, 2025
AUSTIN – Commissioner Sid Miller has issued a call for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in Texas public water systems.
Texas collaborates with Trump Administration on border security operations
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 17, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott, alongside the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard, is collaborating with the Trump Administration to enhance border security.
Fulton Mansion hosts exclusive themed dinners in historic setting
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 17, 2025
The Fulton Mansion State Historic Site in Rockport, Texas, is set to host a series of exclusive dinner parties for the first time in its history.
Measles outbreak hits South Plains region; health officials urge vaccinations
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 16, 2025
The Texas Department of State Health Services has announced a measles outbreak in the South Plains region of Texas.
Texas Senate passes major property tax relief measures
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 15, 2025
In a significant move for Texas homeowners, the Texas Senate has unanimously passed Senate Bill 4 and Senate Joint Resolution 2 with a vote of 30-0.
Governor Abbott mobilizes emergency resources ahead of severe weather threats
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 15, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to mobilize state emergency response resources in anticipation of severe weather and wildfire threats this weekend.
Texas Public Policy Foundation congratulates Brooke Rollins on agriculture secretary role
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 15, 2025
Today, the Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) extended its congratulations to Brooke Rollins following her confirmation as Secretary of Agriculture by the U.S. Senate.
Texas allocates over $35 million in grants for rural water loss initiatives
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 15, 2025
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has authorized the execution of contracts for grant funding amounting to $35,788,153 from the Rural Water Assistance Fund (RWAF) to support water loss projects.
Texas Realtors recognize outstanding members at annual winter meeting
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 15, 2025
Texas REALTORS recently held its annual Winter Meeting in Austin on February 10, where it recognized outstanding members and local REALTOR associations through the Texas REALTORS Awards.
CTLC announces support for state regulator standards
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 15, 2025
The Coalition of Texas Lottery Couriers (CTLC) has announced its support for state regulatory standards aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability among all lottery couriers.
Energy Alliance announces study on renewable energy costs
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 15, 2025
Energy Alliance has released research findings in a report titled "The High Cost of Wind, Solar, and Batteries," emphasizing that renewable energy sources are currently less efficient, affordable, and reliable compared to fossil fuels.
City of Fort Worth communications manager: 2026 bond program "scheduled to go to the voters in May 2026
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 14, 2025
Valerie Colapret, Fort Worth's communications manager, said that the city is developing its 2026 Bond Program, which will be presented to voters in the May 2026 election.
Chip Roy to speak at Texas Policy Summit hosted by TPPF
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 14, 2025
AUSTIN — The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) has announced that U.S. Congressman Chip Roy will be a featured speaker at the upcoming Texas Policy Summit.
Unsolicited seed packages cause concern in Texas
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 14, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has announced a concerning situation involving unsolicited seed packages.
Texas REALTORS names Cindi Bulla as 2024 REALTOR® of the Year
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 14, 2025
Cindi Bulla, affiliated with the Amarillo Association of REALTORS, has been named the 2024 Texas REALTOR of the Year.
ICE deports Salvadoran fugitive wanted for child rape
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 14, 2025
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has deported Oscar Alexander Cruz Rodriguez, a 29-year-old fugitive wanted in El Salvador for the rape of a minor.
