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87th Legislature Local News State Senate Taxes & SpendingTexas Lawmakers Mull Creation of New Tax District for Storm Surge Barrier in Galveston Bay

Holly HansenMarch 30, 2021

A proposed district covering five Texas coastal counties would have powers to levy taxes, issue bonds, and exercise eminent domain for the construction of a storm surge barrier.

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Criminal Justice Local NewsInmate Releases Due to COVID-19 Concerns Opposed by Harris County District Attorney, Lawmakers

Holly HansenJanuary 22, 2021

In a new emergency request, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez is asking a federal judge to facilitate the release of jail inmates due to COVID-19 concerns.

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Issues Local NewsTimeline: The Battle to Release Harris County Inmates During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Holly HansenApril 22, 2020

Here's a look at the battle between state and local officials over whether to release inmates from Harris County jails in light of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Issues Local NewsTimeline: The Battle to Release Harris County Inmates During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Holly HansenApril 22, 2020

Here's a look at the battle between state and local officials over whether to release inmates from Harris County jails in light of the coronavirus pandemic.

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