Civil SocietyHealthcareJudicialFederal Judge Permanently Blocks ‘Transgender Mandate’ in Obamacare
Isaiah MitchellAugust 12, 2021
The "transgender mandate" required doctors to insure and perform abortions and gender modifications or face penalties.
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FederalHealthcareJudicialTexas Obamacare Challenge Tossed by U.S. Supreme Court for Lack of Standing
Brad JohnsonJune 17, 2021
Without getting to the central questions of the case, the nation's highest court dismissed the latest Obamacare challenge citing a lack of standing.
87th LegislatureHealthcareState HouseMajority of Texas House Members Support Medicaid Expansion After Nine GOP Members Join Democrats
Brad JohnsonApril 21, 2021
Medicaid expansion has wind behind its sails now that nine GOP House members have signed onto legislation expand the program.
FederalHealthcareObamacare to Take Center Stage This Week in the U.S. Supreme Court
Brad JohnsonNovember 9, 2020
Another challenge to the 2010 healthcare law will be heard before the nation's highest court this week, backdropped by Justice Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation.
Elections 2020Plano House Race Pits Incumbent Republican Leach Against Progressive Democrat Sanchez
Brad JohnsonOctober 26, 2020
Coronavirus, police reform, and healthcare have been major issues in the race between incumbent Republican Rep. Jeff Leach and Democratic challenger Lorenzo Sanchez.
FederalHealthcareJudicialTexas’ Obamacare Challenge SCOTUS Date Set for After Election
Brad JohnsonAugust 19, 2020
Spearheaded by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Lone Star State's challenge to Obamacare will be heard on November 10, a week after the election.
FederalHealthcareStatewide NewsLawsuit Challenging Obamacare’s Constitutionality Will Go Before the Supreme Court
Brad JohnsonMarch 2, 2020
After declining to take the case up this session, the Supreme Court announced it will hear oral arguments on the latest Obamacare case next term.
Battleground 2020Elections 2020IssuesState HouseStatewide NewsThree Democrats Battle for Nomination to Face Republican Rep. Morgan Meyer in Dallas House Race
Sarah McConnellFebruary 28, 2020
After Republican incumbent Morgan Meyer narrowly held on to his seat in 2018, three Democratic candidates vie for the chance to flip the Dallas district blue in 2020.
FederalHealthcareIssuesSupreme Court Denies California-Led Petition to Expedite Obamacare Ruling
Brad JohnsonJanuary 22, 2020
The Supreme Court has not yet decided if it will take up the latest effort to strike down Obamacare — only that it will not consider the case in this term.
EducationElections 2020FederalGunsHealthcareImmigration & BorderLocal NewsStatewide NewsTaxes & SpendingTexas Speaker’s Race, Obamacare Battles, and School District Takeovers: Here’s What to Look for in 2020
Brad JohnsonJanuary 3, 2020
Here's a list of stories to keep an eye on in 2020 — including Obamacare court battles, the race to replace disgraced Speaker Dennis Bonnen, and a potential state takeover of Houston ISD.
FederalHealthcareFifth Circuit Court Declares Obamacare Individual Mandate Unconstitutional
Brad JohnsonDecember 18, 2019
The Fifth Circuit provided a largely favorable ruling for the Texas-led lawsuit attempting to strike down Obamacare as unconstitutional.
FederalHealthcareStatewide NewsThe Status of Texas Healthcare: As Data-Driven Hospital Systems Grow, Some Frustrated Doctors Focus on Patients
Brad JohnsonDecember 6, 2019
The final part of a three-part series examining the state of Texas healthcare.
FederalHealthcareStatewide NewsThe Status of Texas Healthcare: Costs Continue to Increase as Texans Seek Better Options
Brad JohnsonNovember 20, 2019
The second in a three-part series examining the current state of healthcare in Texas.
FederalHealthcareIssuesStatewide NewsThe Status of Texas Healthcare: Many Uninsured Texans Choose Not to Purchase Insurance
Brad JohnsonNovember 12, 2019
The first in a three-part series examining the current state of healthcare in Texas.
EnergyFederalGunsHealthcareIssuesRep. Lizzie Fletcher Defends Impeachment Inquiry, Touts Accomplishments in Houston Town Hall
Holly HansenNovember 11, 2019
The freshman Democrat engaged with 200 constituents Sunday evening on a host of topics including impeachment, healthcare, and energy policy.
Elections 2020HealthcareImmigration & BorderIssuesDemocratic Presidential Candidates Unite on Gun Control, Battle Over Healthcare in Houston Debate
Daniel FriendSeptember 13, 2019
Democrats took the stage in Houston last night for the third debate as candidates sparred over healthcare and immigration.
Battleground 2020Elections 2020FederalRoyce West Will Seek Democratic Nomination to Challenge John Cornyn’s Senate Seat
McKenzie TaylorJuly 22, 2019
State Senator Royce West (D-Dallas) announced his candidacy for U.S. Senate today, adding his name to the list of Democrats challenging Sen. John Cornyn.
FederalHealthcareIssuesCongressman Chip Roy Unveils Healthcare Freedom Act
Brad JohnsonJuly 15, 2019
The Texas Congressman believes healthcare freedom accounts would help alleviate consumer's concerns regarding cost and choice.
HealthcareIssuesFifth Circuit Hears Oral Arguments in Texas Lawsuit Contesting Obamacare’s Constitutionality
Brad JohnsonJuly 9, 2019
The Texas-led coalition challenging Obamacare's constitutionality squared off against California-led defendants in arguments before the Fifth Circuit.
FederalHealthcareTexas Court Rules Against Obamacare’s Contraception Mandate, In Favor of Plaintiffs’ Religious Liberty
Tony GuajardoJune 7, 2019
An Amarillo couple leading a religious liberty challenge against Obamacare's contraception mandate just won a big victory in a U.S. district court.