The Back MicThe Back Mic: Bonnen’s Lists — Where All 82 Republicans Landed
McKenzie TaylorOctober 25, 2019
In this week's Back Mic — a breakdown of Speaker Dennis Bonnen's various lists.
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86th LegislatureIssuesStatewide NewsExclusive: Club For Growth Announces New Texas State Legislature Scorecard
Brad JohnsonOctober 22, 2019
The political juggernaut is stepping into Texas politics, launching a new scorecard designed to grade state legislators on their adherence to fiscal conservatism and limited government.
Battleground 2020Elections 2020Statewide NewsBattleground 2020: Jonathan Stickland’s Vacant House Seat to be Defining Race
Kim RobertsSeptember 17, 2019
As Texas Democrats focus on control of the Texas State House, this Tarrant County district will be key for both parties going into the 2020 election.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseStatewide NewsHere’s a Timeline of the Bonnen, Burrows, and Empower Texans Controversy
McKenzie TaylorAugust 9, 2019
For those trying to follow what's happened in the ongoing drama over an alleged quid pro quo offered to Empower Texans by Speaker Dennis Bonnen.
Elections 2020State HouseState Rep. Jonathan Stickland Announces Retirement
McKenzie TaylorJune 24, 2019
After serving four terms, Stickland announced in a social media post this morning that he would not run for reelection in 2020.
86th LegislatureHealthcareLocal NewsTexas City Outlaws Abortion, Declares Itself a “Sanctuary City for the Unborn”
Tony GuajardoJune 13, 2019
The City of Waskom declared itself a "sanctuary city for the unborn" after the city council voted to outlaw abortion yesterday.
86th LegislatureIssuesDid Your Representative Become More Liberal or Conservative this Session? Here’s a List
McKenzie TaylorJune 6, 2019
The post-session study of where state house lawmakers fall on the ideological spectrum has been released by Rice University fellow Mark Jones.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseState SenateHere’s Where Some of the Most Prominent Bills Stand Post-Session
McKenzie TaylorMay 28, 2019
The 86th Legislature is officially over. For those wondering where prominent bills stand, here's a cheat sheet for the session.
HealthcareState HouseTaxes & SpendingRep. Stickland: Bonnen ‘Steam Rolled’ Mental Health Bill Through Texas House Late Last Night
McKenzie TaylorMay 22, 2019
A mental health bill prioritized by Texas Republican leadership was killed by Rep. Stickland and then resurrected right before the midnight deadline.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseState SenateHere’s Where Key Legislation Stands in the Final Week of Session
McKenzie TaylorMay 20, 2019
As the end of the 86th Legislature fast approaches, The Texan takes a look at where key legislation stands before the House and Senate adjourn.
86th LegislatureHealthcareIssuesState HouseState SenateTaxes & SpendingMidnight Deadline Spurs Take Down of High-Profile Bills
Brad JohnsonMay 10, 2019
When the clock struck midnight yesterday, many bills automatically perished in the House. The rush to stave off the deadline took down several more.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseRed-Light Camera Ban Gets Green Light in Texas House
Brad JohnsonMay 10, 2019
Rep. Stickland's red-light camera ban bill made it through the House's proverbial intersection. The Senate is now the legislation's last major road block.