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Middleton: HB 764 'eliminates unnecessary STARR tests, gives more flexibility to school districts regarding standardized tests'
By John Sammon | May 15, 2021
Texas State Rep. Mayes Middleton (R-Wallisville) indicated a bill approved by the Legislature on May 7 that cuts funding for state-imposed testing of students saves residents money and removes an unnecessary layer of bureaucracy.
Weber says Cheney was 'out-of-step with a majority of the conference' as reason for her departure
By Christina Heath | May 15, 2021
U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) opened up on social media to discuss why the GOP recently removed Congresswoman Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) from her position at No. 3 House GOP leader.
'One step closer to protecting pregnant workers': New bill protects pregnant women from workplace discrimination
By Andy Nghiem | May 15, 2021
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed legislation to protect pregnant women from employment discrimination.
Turner to lead the African American Mayors Association to tackle the 'needs of local communities, the tailored policies necessary to address them'
By Karla Florez | May 15, 2021
The African American Mayors Association has appointed Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner to president.
Garcia helps present I Am Vanessa Guillén Act to help prevent future 'aggressive and counterproductive leadership' on military premises
By Karla Florez | May 15, 2021
U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-Houston) is a part of the group of Congress members who gathered at Fort Hood to continue the investigation of the U.S. Army Spc. Vanessa Guillén’s death and introduce the I Am Vanessa Guillén Act, a legislation in her name, intended to enforce discipline acts following sexual assault accusations.
Crenshaw: 'Not even temporary blindness will prevent me from doing my job'
By April Bamburg | May 15, 2021
Rep. Dan Crenshaw is recovering from surgery for a detached retina in his left eye, and didn’t let that surgery and temporary blindness stop him from doing his job.
'President Biden needs to wake up': Weber sharply criticizes Biden amidst fuel shortage
By John Kelly | May 14, 2021
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm stated that the Colonial Pipeline would be returning to normal operations following a ransomware attack.
'So heartbreaking': Lee expresses concern amidst Israeli-Palestinian conflict, calls for two-state solution
By John Kelly | May 14, 2021
The Israeli government and Hamas recently began another conflict amidst the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.
'Texas supports law and order': New bill will impose more severe penalties for interfering with emergency vehicles
By Andy Nghiem | May 14, 2021
The Texas House of Representatives recently passed a bill to increase criminal penalties and make jail time mandatory for the crime of obstructing emergency vehicles.
'We must stand strong with Israel': Middleton denounces violence in Israel
By Andy Nghiem | May 14, 2021
Texas State Rep. Mayes Middleton (R-Wallisville) spoke out against the recent violence in Israel and called on the Biden administration to support the Israeli government.
'I pushed myself too hard': Creighton recovers after collapsing on Senate floor
By John Kelly | May 14, 2021
State Sen. Brandon Creighton has recovered after collapsing on the Senate floor on May 5.
Texas Central CEO tells Congressional Committee they're 'ready to break ground' on high-speed rail project
By Solange DeLisle | May 14, 2021
Texas Central President and CEO Carlos Aguilar has received accolades from U.S. Congressman Colin Allred (D-Dallas) for his recent address to the House Transportation Committee.
Houston homeschooled children may be able to participate in public school extracurriculars if 'Tim Tebow Bill' clears Senate
By Savannah Howe | May 13, 2021
A bill aiming to bring public school extracurricular activity opportunities to homeschooled children cleared the Texas House this week.
Activist: 'Hard to say' if Senate will block extension of tax abatements for wind, solar farms
By Mary Lou Lang | May 13, 2021
The Texas House's recent vote to extend Chapter 313 property tax abatements by school districts to big businesses has drawn the opposition of many conservative and liberal groups.
Lee concerned that U.S. troop pullout will negate 'progress that has been made'
By John Sammon | May 13, 2021
Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Houston) expressed concern in a tweet that if U.S. troops pull out of Afghanistan, the safety and social gains made by Afghan women will be put in jeopardy.
Sherman: 'I'm proud to author HR 186: Texas and Taiwan Sister-State Resolution"
By April Bamburg | May 13, 2021
The Texas House of Representatives is taking steps to strengthen the relationship between the State of Texas and the Republic of Taiwan, with the introduction of House Resolution 186: Texas and Taiwan Sister-State Resolution.
'I felt I needed to be on the Senate floor': Creighton collapses during gun bill debate
By David Beasley | May 13, 2021
As the Texas State Senate debated legislation May 5 allowing eligible gun owners in the state to carry firearms in a holster or concealed without a permit, Sen. Brandon Creighton (R-Conroe) collapsed.
Harris County Commissioners Court supports 'the posthumous pardon of George Floyd' in new resolution
By Christina Heath | May 12, 2021
The Harris County Commissioners Court approved a resolution on May 11 that posthumously pardons a 2004 drug conviction on George Floyd's record.
Fletcher: Child tax credit sets ‘children up for success’
By Tamara Browning | May 12, 2021
A United States Congresswoman from Texas is praising a part of the American Rescue Plan after an announcement from Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Charles Rettig saying monthly payments from the new child tax credit will start in July.
Abbott faces Huffines for third term as governor as he strives to 'finish the wall, lower taxes and protect elections'
By David Beasley | May 12, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has drawn opposition for a third term from within his own party over criticism that he was too slow in reopening the state during the COVID-19 pandemic.