The Texas GOP has called on House Republican leadership to revoke chairmanships from truant Democrats and establish measures to prevent another quorum break.
State Democrats and Texas Republicans in Congress exhibited the latest clash over an election bill during a congressional hearing.
As they did during the regular session, Democrats may break quorum during the special session to block a Republican election reform bill.
Under Article IV, Section 14 of the Texas Constitution, Gov. Greg Abbott has the authority to veto bills passed by the legislature.
At least one Democrat on the Texas House Elections Committee expressed disappointment that some of her colleagues were left out.
As the time crunch accelerates, members of the Texas legislature scramble to pass their prized pieces of legislation.
Rep. Tom Oliverson (R-Cypress), a medical doctor, led the effort to end the requirement to wear masks in the chamber and committees.
A bill to enact “constitutional carry” in Texas, which would allow individuals 21 years or older to carry a handgun in public without a permit, was approved by the state House.
The Texas House approved a handful of bills in its first opportunity to vote on legislation this session.
The popular regulatory reform swiftly passed the Texas House on its first day of floor bill votes.
The proposal would ban abortions after a heartbeat is detected. In 2019, the legislation died in a committee chaired by a Democrat.
Pre-legislative session bill filing has begun. Check out some notable legislation submitted in the first week.
