Most Texas Republicans agree that Democrats who broke quorum should have their committee chairmanships stripped, but whether it can be done is disputed.
One of the Texas House Democrats participating in the quorum bust, Michelle Beckley, hopes to stay in D.C. via a congressional challenge to Beth Van Duyne.
Texas Democrats say they will remain in the nation's capital through early August to run out the clock on the current special session.
Two property tax reforms were passed by the Texas Senate while the House was stalled during a break of quorum caused by Democrats fleeing the state to Washington, D.C.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wants a simple majority instead of two-thirds of members to constitute a quorum in order to prevent future walkouts.
This week — a list of the status of Texas Democratic lawmakers during the quorum break.
