Several bills reining in the emergency powers used in the state’s response to COVID-19 are progressing through the legislative process.
The GOP Legislature and the State Republican Executive Committee often jockey for territorial positions during policy fights.
After years of responding to individual ordinances, GOP legislators have an eye on passing a proactive preemption measure.
Without suspending the constitutional order of business, lawmakers must wait 60 days before considering most bills and resolutions on the floor.
The unceasing battle within Texas politics between state and local authorities takes center stage once again during the 88th Legislature.
This week — a political subdivision preemption proposal draws Gov. Abbott’s support, ESG-responsive divestment lauded by Lt. Gov. Patrick, and a budget property tax breakdown is listed.
Two years after the blackouts, state lawmakers again have on their plate reconfiguration of the state's main power grid and the market that drives it.
One member of the Texas House says he doesn't know where key leaders will stand on the issue this session.
Phelan faced opposition from Rep. Tony Tinderholt, who objected to his appointment of Democratic committee chairs during the 87th Legislature.
The ruling comes as the plaintiffs and TEC were engaged in settlement discussions.
The issue centers on whether the race for Texas speaker counts as a formal election or an internal House procedure.
Judge Catherine Mauzy decided that Gutierrez improperly submitted the request under the Texas Government Code.
