Elections 2020State HouseState Rep. Jonathan Stickland Announces Retirement
McKenzie TaylorJune 24, 2019
After serving four terms, Stickland announced in a social media post this morning that he would not run for reelection in 2020.
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Immigration & BorderIssuesAbbott Deploys 1,000 National Guard Troops to Border, Calls Congress “Reprobates”
Brad JohnsonJune 21, 2019
As the illegal immigration crisis continues, Governor Abbott announces a plan to deploy the Texas National Guard to assist an overwhelmed border patrol.
86th LegislatureState HouseState SenateTexas Organizations Speak Out on Satisfactions and Frustrations with the 86th Legislature
Brad JohnsonMay 28, 2019
Texas political organizations and interest groups weigh in with mixed feelings about the results of the 86th Legislature.
86th LegislatureState HouseState Senate“Chick-Fil-A” Bill Protecting Religious Affiliations Passes House, Democrats Speak Out
Tony GuajardoMay 20, 2019
SB 1978, widely known as the “Chick-fil-A Bill,” passed the House today amid accusations of discriminatory intent by Democrats and LGBT advocates.