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Sid Miller's tenure as Texas Agriculture Commissioner marked by reforms and global advocacy
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, an eighth-generation farmer and rancher, continues to advocate for Texas agriculture and rural communities.
Texas Transportation Commission allocates funds and recognizes contributions at February meeting
The Texas Transportation Commission held its February 2025 meeting, where several key decisions and recognitions were made.
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Texas issues first geothermal well permit to Sage Geosystems
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 28, 2025
The Railroad Commission of Texas has issued its first permit for a deep geo-pressured geothermal well to Sage Geosystems in Atascosa County.
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 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.
Commissioner Miller calls for statewide ban on non-water additives
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 20, 2025
The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has announced that Commissioner Sid Miller has urged Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Legislature to prioritize a statewide ban on non-water additives in public water.
Legal battle intensifies over Texas Ethics Commission's regulations for political communications
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
Multiple amicus briefs have been filed with the U.S. Supreme Court challenging the Texas Ethics Commission's enforcement of lobbying regulations against Michael Quinn Sullivan, a prominent Texas conservative. The dispute centers on whether the Commission's requirement for individuals to register and pay fees before engaging in certain communications with public officials infringes upon First Amendment rights.
Texas responds to mystery seed packages from China
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 13, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller addressed the ongoing issue of unsolicited seed packages arriving in Texas from Chinese vendors.
Commissioner Miller announces alert on unsolicited seed package from China
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 6, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced that the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has been alerted to an unsolicited package from China sent to Clute, containing unknown seeds and a liquid container.
Commissioner Miller announces support for Gov. Abbott’s State of the State address
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 6, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed his support for Governor Greg Abbott's legislative priorities and policies, as outlined in the State of the State Address on February 2, 2025.
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.
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.
Sid Miller criticizes federal response to New World screwworm scare
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 23, 2024
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed concerns over the federal government's response to a recent New World screwworm scare.
Texas Water Development Board approves funding for Marble Falls wastewater improvements
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 19, 2024
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has approved financial assistance totaling $45,350,700 for the City of Marble Falls in Burnet County.
Guatemalan national added to Texas' most wanted criminal illegal immigrants list
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 19, 2024
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced the addition of Geovany Saul Carcamo to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List.
Texas Commission fines multiple entities for environmental violations
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 19, 2024
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved fines amounting to $822,678 against 30 entities for breaching state environmental regulations.
Texas risks missing out on federal nutrition aid again as summer approaches
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 17, 2024
New data highlights the potential impact of the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program on Texas communities.
Texas board approves over $78 million for statewide water projects
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 17, 2024
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has announced the approval of financial assistance amounting to $78,412,603 for various water, wastewater, and flood projects across the state.
TCEQ extends grant application deadline to January 31 for emission reduction projects
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 15, 2024
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has announced an extension for the application deadline of the New Technology Implementation Grants (NTIG) Program.
