AudioWeekly Roundup Podcast: Battle Over Mask Mandates, Arrest Warrants for Democrats, Gender Modification Bans
Michelle ArledgeAugust 13, 2021
Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.
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87th LegislatureCivil SocietyJudicialSan Antonio Wins Restraining Order in Suit Against Abbott’s Mask Mandate Ban, Following Other Localities
Isaiah MitchellAugust 11, 2021
A judge issued a temporary restraining order against Abbott, letting San Antonio and Bexar County issue mask mandates.
HealthcareIssuesLocal NewsDallas County Judge Jenkins Asks Court to Block Abbott’s Order Prohibiting Government Mask Mandates
Hayden SparksAugust 10, 2021
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins is asking for more power to impose mandates he believes will reduce coronavirus infections.
Civil SocietyHealthcareIssuesLocal NewsDallas County Judge Sued by GOP Commissioner He Ejected From Courtroom Over Mask Mandate
Hayden SparksAugust 3, 2021
County Judge Clay Jenkins had removed Commissioner J.J. Koch from a commissioners court meeting for his decision to go without a mask.
Local NewsStatewide NewsHouston Mayor Reinstates Mask Mandate for City Employees Despite Gov. Abbott’s Executive Order
Holly HansenAugust 3, 2021
Although Abbott's orders restrict local mask mandates, Houston Mayor Turner announced a face-covering requirement for city employees regardless of vaccination status.
AudioWeekly Roundup Podcast: Mask Mandates, Lubbock vs. Planned Parenthood, Unemployment Benefits
Michelle ArledgeMay 21, 2021
Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.
Statewide NewsGov. Abbott Doubles Down on Prohibiting Local Government Mask Mandates
Daniel FriendMay 18, 2021
Gov. Abbott issued a new executive order that threatens to fine local governments that continue to impose face mask requirements.
87th LegislatureState SenateTexas Senate Ends Mask Mandate, COVID-19 Testing Still Required for Public
Daniel FriendMay 4, 2021
Masks are now optional for senators, staff, and members of the public, but a COVID-19 test is still required for entrance to the Senate Gallery and committee meetings.
Statewide NewsCoronavirus Cases, Hospitalizations in Texas Continue Decline Three Weeks After Mask Mandate Lifted
Daniel FriendApril 2, 2021
Despite cries that lifting the statewide mask mandate and lockdown policies was premature, Texas coronavirus cases continue to decline.
EducationStatewide NewsTexas School Boards Shedding Mask Mandates
Isaiah MitchellApril 1, 2021
After Governor Greg Abbott gave the order to open the state, the TEA said school boards have the power to vote out their mask mandates.
87th LegislatureState HouseMeasure to End Mask Mandate in Texas House Left Pending in Committee
Daniel FriendMarch 29, 2021
With resolutions left pending, the Texas House Administration Committee will leave the lower chamber’s mask mandate in place for the time being.
JudicialLocal NewsTravis County Judge Upholds Austin Mask Mandate, Conflicting Governor Abbott’s Order
Isaiah MitchellMarch 26, 2021
The Austin mandate contradicts Abbott's order that lifted the statewide requirement, which says local authorities can't enforce mask rules.