The fight has been brewing outside the House chamber as interest groups lobby for and against the Legislature's foremost piece of preemption legislation.
With five Democrats joining, House Republicans approved a funding increase to the state's Alternatives to Abortion program.
The Texas GOP has called on House Republican leadership to revoke chairmanships from truant Democrats and establish measures to prevent another quorum break.
This week — a lawmaker rallies behind a special session property tax cut, Governor Abbott announces massive fundraising haul, and the state’s accountant unveils optimistic biennial revenue update.
As they did during the regular session, Democrats may break quorum during the special session to block a Republican election reform bill.
Some Democrats sided with Republicans on a limited number of issues, but election reform is a matter where they are standing their ground.
A Dallas Democrat characterized debating election reform with Republicans as “negotiating with terrorists.”
Under Article IV, Section 14 of the Texas Constitution, Gov. Greg Abbott has the authority to veto bills passed by the legislature.
This week — a look at Texas politics as the 87th Regular Legislative Session closes out.
Marshals at private schools, public schools, and even junior colleges would be authorized to carry their weapons instead of stowing them.
This week — property rights at center of Texas House exchange, 10 Democrats vote for police "defunding" punishment, Abbott warns of border security cost.
Rep. Tom Oliverson (R-Cypress), a medical doctor, led the effort to end the requirement to wear masks in the chamber and committees.
