News from January 2025
Cody Campbell calls for federal reform in college sports
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 29, 2025
Former NFL and college football player Cody Campbell has voiced concerns over the challenges currently facing college sports, describing them as complex issues that go beyond name, image, and license agreements (NIL) and the transfer portal.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Miller announces opposition to DEI and DEIA policies
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 29, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has declared his opposition to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) policies.
Ercot announces new board members Hernandez and Cornelius
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 28, 2025
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. (ERCOT) has announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors.
Christian urges halt on Biden's methane rule implementation in Texas
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 28, 2025
This week, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is receiving final comments on a proposed rule to introduce new methane regulations for oil and natural gas operations in Texas.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approves record-breaking $30.9M in local park grants
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 28, 2025
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission has approved over $30.9 million in local park grants, marking a new record aimed at enhancing outdoor recreational opportunities across the state.
TxDOT unveils strategic plan for artificial intelligence in transportation
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 28, 2025
Amid a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance road safety and mobility across Texas.
Senator Creighton introduces Texas Education Freedom Act
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 25, 2025
Today, Texas State Senator Brandon Creighton filed Senate Bill 2, known as the Texas Education Freedom Act.
Two fugitives from Texas' most wanted list arrested
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 24, 2025
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has successfully apprehended two individuals from the state's 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List.
Texas Clean Fleet Program offers $16 million for eco-friendly vehicle replacements
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 24, 2025
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has opened applications for the Texas Clean Fleet Program (TCFP).
Texas bishops advocate for humane migration policies amid executive order concerns
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 24, 2025
The Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops has released a letter addressing the faithful on migration issues.
Commissioner Sid Miller opposes USDA's new horse protection rule
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 23, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has joined forces with other agricultural leaders to challenge a new rule under the Horse Protection Act.
Texas Senate files budget focusing on property tax cuts and school choice
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 23, 2025
The Texas Senate has introduced a state budget proposal for the upcoming biennium, featuring $32 billion allocated for property tax reductions.
Texas governor renews drought disaster declaration for multiple counties
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 23, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed a disaster proclamation originally issued on July 8, 2022, due to persistent drought conditions in Texas.
Weekend Interview: Bridging Infrastructure and Growth with Texas Senator Nathan Johnson
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 23, 2025
First elected in 2018, Senator Nathan Johnson was born and raised in Texas. His vision for Texas is one of hope and aspiration, believing that Texas can lead the nation if it tackles the challenges it faces in a forward-thinking and innovative way.
Senator Ted Cruz to keynote Texas Policy Summit in Austin
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 23, 2025
The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) has announced that U.S. Senator Ted Cruz will deliver the keynote address at the closing lunch of the Texas Policy Summit on February 21st, 2025.
Texas group keeps Corporate Transparency Act on hold despite Supreme Court order
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 23, 2025
Despite a Supreme Court order, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) remains stayed nationwide.
OPINION: The Texas Model for Higher Education Reforms
By Brandon Creighton | Jan 22, 2025
‘As goes Texas, so goes the nation’—this is not just a quote, it is a reality that reflects Texas's influence in shaping the political, economic, and cultural trajectory of the United States.
Texas House and Senate introduce 2026-27 budget bills focusing on conservative priorities
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 22, 2025
Leaders in the Texas House and Senate have introduced base budget bills for the 2026-27 biennium.
Texas allocates $1 billion for education savings accounts
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 22, 2025
The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) has expressed approval for the recent allocation of $1 billion towards Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) by the Texas government.
Commissioner Sid Miller criticizes USDA's new horse protection rule
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 22, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed strong opposition to a new rule under the Horse Protection Act set by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
