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Chip Roy to speak at Texas Policy Summit hosted by TPPF

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.
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Unsolicited seed packages cause concern in Texas

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has announced a concerning situation involving unsolicited seed packages.
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Texas REALTORS names Cindi Bulla as 2024 REALTOR® of the Year

Cindi Bulla, affiliated with the Amarillo Association of REALTORS, has been named the 2024 Texas REALTOR of the Year.
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ICE deports Salvadoran fugitive wanted for child rape

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.
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Texas addresses mystery seed package issue with federal collaboration

Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller updated the public on unsolicited seed packages arriving from Chinese vendors.

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Measles outbreak reported in Gaines County by health authorities

The Texas Department of State Health Services has announced a measles outbreak in Gaines County.
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Texas warns against unsolicited seed packages amid biosecurity concerns

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has raised concerns about unsolicited seed packages arriving from Chinese vendors across the state.
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Governor Abbott prioritizes cybersecurity in State of the State address

In his recent State of the State address, Governor Greg Abbott highlighted the Texas Cyber Command as an emergency item for legislative consideration.
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Texas warns against mystery seed packages from China

The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has issued a warning to residents about unsolicited packages containing unidentified seeds and liquids arriving from China.
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Measles outbreak reported in Gaines County; six cases identified

The Texas Department of State Health Services has reported a measles outbreak in Gaines County.
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Sid Miller supports Trump's and Musk's move against USAID spending

Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed support for recent actions taken by President Trump and Elon Musk.
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Texas Education Agency advances Marlin ISD governance transition

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has commenced the second phase of transitioning governance authority for the Marlin Independent School District (MISD).
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Texas Water Development Board hosts successful Water for Texas 2025 conference

More than 700 participants, including speakers, sponsors, and legislators, attended the Water for Texas 2025 conference hosted by the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) in Austin from January 27 to 29.
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Texas DPS announces capture of two most wanted fugitives

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced the arrest of two individuals from Texas' 10 Most Wanted list.
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Texas launches national trucking campaign against sex trafficking

Every year, many boys and young men become victims of sex trafficking, a crisis often overlooked in anti-trafficking efforts.
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Texas agriculture commissioner ends contracts over DEI policy concerns

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has declared that the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) will cease contracting with entities that support diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility...
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Research Digest: New publications explore pavement data and bridge solutions

The latest edition of the Research Digest, dated January 2025, is now accessible on the CTR Library’s website.
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Sid Miller reappoints four members to Texas Agriculture Finance Authority board

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has announced the reappointment of four members to the Texas Agriculture Finance Authority (TAFA) Board.
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Texas Agriculture Commissioner Miller announces opposition to DEI and DEIA policies

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has declared his opposition to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) policies.
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approves record-breaking $30.9M in local park grants

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.
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