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The Texas senate has passed an anti-squatter bill — but critics call it 'pro-eviction' legislation
“A homeowner testified a squatter broke into her Mesquite home, sold her belongings for pennies on the dollar, and then a JP ...
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Texas lawmakers want to exempt police from deadly conduct charges
Local prosecutors have used the charge to punish police accused of misconduct. Legislation that would prevent that is ...
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Texas lawmakers hear arguments over bill to cut DART funding
Members of the House Transportation Committee held a first hearing over a controversial bill to cut DART's funding by 25%.
Wesley Hunt Has Met With White House Aides About Entering the Texas Senate Primary, AP Sources Say
U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt of Texas may enter his state’s Republican primary for a Senate seat, adding more intrigue to what is ...
'Burn it all down': Hardline conservative bloc declares war on Texas House GOP leadership
A procedural maneuver from a group of hardline Republicans could endanger the passage of uncontroversial bills from Democrats ...
Texas House and Senate at odds over how to boost public school funding and teacher pay
The House would raise base funding for public schools, while the Senate has more targeted increases, including bonuses for ...
This week in the 89th Texas Legislature: No-knock warrants, online safety & more
Texas lawmakers have until June 2 to pass bills during the regular session. This week is full of public hearings on a wide range of bills, from criminal justice reforms to online safety, veteran ...
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John Cornyn or Ken Paxton? Trump says he’s not ready to endorse next Texan for U.S. Senate.
The GOP primary election for U.S. Senate is already shaping up to be a slugfest between incumbent John Cornyn and his ...
A 106-year tax break? Texas lawmakers look to close loopholes in unchecked economic development laws
The Texas Legislature may close loopholes in a tax incentive program that lets cities and counties give public funds to ...