87th LegislatureElections 2022State HouseTexas State Rep. Joe Deshotel Announces Retirement
Brad JohnsonNovember 17, 2021
The Texas legislature is set to feature many new faces when it reconvenes in 2023 after a slew of incumbent retirements.
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87th LegislatureState HouseTexas GOP Calls on Legislature to Strip Chairmanships from Quorum-Breaking Democrats
Brad JohnsonAugust 23, 2021
The Texas GOP has called on House Republican leadership to revoke chairmanships from truant Democrats and establish measures to prevent another quorum break.
87th LegislatureIssuesState HouseState SenateArlington Republican Proposes Rule to Punish Texas House Members Who Walk Out of Special Session
Hayden SparksJuly 8, 2021
As they did during the regular session, Democrats may break quorum during the special session to block a Republican election reform bill.
87th LegislatureEnergyState HouseGrid ‘Weatherization,’ In-State ERCOT Board Residency Among Texas Speaker’s Priority List
Brad JohnsonMarch 9, 2021
The seven bills shepherded by Speaker Dade Phelan now have a good chance at making it through the chamber.
87th LegislatureIssuesTaxes & SpendingTexas Lawmakers Express Conflicting Views on Casino Gambling
Hayden SparksFebruary 15, 2021
Texas Ethics Commission records say Las Vegas Sands, a casino gambling giant, has so far hired 60 lobbyists in Texas.