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Texas aims to lead in innovation and AI growth
I recently attended a meeting with leaders from the business and political sectors of Texas at Toyota Motor North America headquarters in Plano.
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Texas Senate Bill 36 proposes Homeland Security Division within DPS
The Texas government has introduced Senate Bill 36, aiming to establish a dedicated Homeland Security Division within the Department of Public Safety (DPS).
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Texas Senate passes special education reform bill unanimously
The Texas Senate has unanimously passed a significant special education reform bill, Committee Substitute Senate Bill 568 (CSSB 568), which was introduced by Senator Paul Bettencourt.
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Texas Senate progresses on priority bills with completion targeted by mid-April
The Texas Senate is working ahead of schedule on its priority legislation, expecting to pass all key bills and send them to the House by mid-April, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick announced during a recent press conference in Austin.
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Texas Senate passes bill targeting organized fuel theft
The Texas Senate has approved Senate Bill 988, a legislative measure spearheaded by Senator Paul Bettencourt from Houston, aiming to combat organized fuel theft rings across the state.
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Texas Senate passes budget plan with unanimous approval
The Texas Senate has unanimously approved its proposed budget for the 2026-2027 period, allocating $153.5 billion in state revenue and $336 billion combined with federal funds.
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Texas Senate committee reviews new abortion legislation and exceptions
State legislators are considering new measures to clarify and enforce abortion regulations in Texas.
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Texas Senators push for school bus safety and regulatory efficiency
The Senate Transportation Committee recently reviewed two bills intended to enhance school bus safety.
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Senate approves budget plan with focus on education and tax cuts
The Senate has passed its version of the state budget for 2026-2027, allocating $153.5 billion in state revenue and a total of $336 billion when including federal funds.
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Rep. Leo Wilson advances key legislation in House committees
Rep. Terri Leo Wilson has announced her initiatives in House committees to tackle transportation issues related to the Bolivar-Galveston Ferry and to advance significant public education reforms.
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Texas Senate committee approves $1 billion annual fund for statewide water projects
Water projects in Texas are set to receive significant support following the unanimous approval of a bill by the Senate Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs Committee.
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Texas Senate advances key legislation on THC ban and electrical demand
In a busy legislative week, the Texas Senate passed several significant bills following the end of the constitutional prohibition on considering legislation in the first 60 days of session.
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Senator Johnson proposes legislation to combat digital deception by 'bots'
Senator Nathan Johnson has introduced two legislative bills designed to protect Texans from online deception, misinformation, and fraud associated with automated social media accounts, commonly known as "bots."
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Rep. Don McLaughlin announces broad support for Uvalde Strong Act
Rep. Don McLaughlin announced that House Bill 33, known as the Uvalde Strong Act, has garnered support from 76 authors, including himself.
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Texas Senate moves forward with total ban on all forms of THC
The Texas Senate has passed a bill that would prohibit the sale of any product containing THC, the psychoactive component in cannabis.
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Texas Senate considers bill requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration
Texans seeking to register to vote may soon need to provide proof of citizenship, following the introduction of a bill considered by the Senate State Affairs Committee.
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Texas Senate approves bills allowing religious activities and Ten Commandments display in schools
Students and faculty in Texas public schools may soon be allowed to engage in prayer and other religious activities during school hours, following the approval of a bill by the Senate.
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Texas senate discusses new trade office in Israel; passes key bills on AI child porn
The Texas Senate Economic Development Committee, chaired by a leading senator, recently held its first meeting to discuss significant legislative proposals.
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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announces top priority bills for Texas' legislative session
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has announced the first round of his top 40 priority bills for the upcoming 2025 legislative session in Texas.
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Texas Senate considers new approach to special education funding
The Senate Education Committee in Texas is considering a bill that could significantly alter the funding model for special education.
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