Republican lawmakers blasted the quorum bust of House Democrats and say they will “use every resource available” to secure a quorum.
Perhaps the broadest law of its kind to pass the 87th legislature, Shaheen's bill applies to the state and all its local subdivisions.
Under Article IV, Section 14 of the Texas Constitution, Gov. Greg Abbott has the authority to veto bills passed by the legislature.
While other bills would apply to all religious activity, this proposed amendment would only apply to religious services.
This week — Sid Miller jumps into puberty blocker debate, alcohol-to-go nears the finish line, and budget conference committee begins.
A representative of Las Vegas Sands Corp., which has hired 73 lobbyists in Texas, testified in favor of legalizing casinos.
“If churches are considered non-essential in our state, people will starve to death spiritually,” said Pastor Jorge Tovar.
This week — a look at Texas politics this week as committee hearings rapidly heated up.
This week — discussion of ERCOT reform special session, over two-dozen legislators vote against adjourning, ERCOT releases details of generators that were out-of-commission during blackout event.
“It is appalling that such a large number of abortion surgical centers are located within walking distance of minority communities,” said Shaheen.
Though the Freedom Caucus' roster has changed since its inception in 2017, the group enters another legislative session with its founding goal in mind.
The proposed bill would bar government officials at all levels in Texas from shutting down houses of worship.
