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Here's a list of the newly announced Texas House committee chair and vice chair appointments.
Here's a list of the newly announced Texas House committee chair and vice chair appointments.
The proposal would ban abortions after a heartbeat is detected. In 2019, the legislation died in a committee chaired by a Democrat.
Though the Freedom Caucus' roster has changed since its inception in 2017, the group enters another legislative session with its founding goal in mind.
Quelling some fears of a completely virtual or closed session, state leaders announced that the capitol will open eight days before session begins.
The ability of the Texas Republican Party to pass its legislative priorities during the upcoming session may hinge on who oversees the committees through which they must pass.
Rep. Matt Krause will campaign to lead Texas House Republicans, replacing Rep. Stephanie Klick.
This week — a senator calls out a state agency, GOP leaders go to blows, and a legislator weighs in on COVID-19 protocols and the upcoming legislative session.
Rep. Dade Phelan announced he all but secured the Texas House speakership the day after Republicans maintained their majority in the chamber.
This week — a detailed look at the plot points in the race to replace outgoing Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen.
Formed as a response to growing calls to defund the police, Abbott brought his "Back the Blue" pledge to Houston.
With Biedermann's resignation, the conservative caucus will be down to eight returning members for the 87th Legislative Session.
Thompson is the longest-serving woman in the Texas House and the first candidate of either party to enter the race for the speakership.