Local NewsAustin, Travis County Lift All COVID-19 Emergency Orders as Statewide Metrics Reach Record Lows
Brad JohnsonMarch 23, 2022
The decision comes shortly after the two-year anniversary of the statewide coronavirus disaster declaration.
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87th LegislatureStatewide NewsEmergency Powers Reform on the Table for Gov. Abbott After Coronavirus Response
Brad JohnsonFebruary 4, 2021
Business, commerce, and religious activity crackdowns leave open a window of opportunity to curtail emergency powers this session.
87th LegislatureState HouseConstitutional Carry, Heartbeat Bill, Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Ban Among Texas Freedom Caucus’ Legislative Priorities
Brad JohnsonJanuary 27, 2021
The caucus laid out its priorities for this session which include emergency powers reform, a prohibition against hormone therapy for minors, and election integrity.
87th LegislatureState HouseState SenateBudget Woes, Emergency Powers, and Redistricting: Texas Legislature Faces Mountain of Obstacles as it Convenes
Brad JohnsonJanuary 12, 2021
The Texas legislature convenes today for its 87th regular session with only 140 days to complete its business.