House Democrats showed near-unified opposition to Republicans when they broke quorum in July, but now that unity is eroding.
The Texas Supreme Court declined to block Gov. Abbott’s veto of legislative funding, saying that the dispute is between lawmakers and not the two branches of government.
In the same day, Texas Democrats indicated their intention to remain in D.C. while the White House suggested support for their returning to Austin for the next special session.
Republican lawmakers blasted the quorum bust of House Democrats and say they will “use every resource available” to secure a quorum.
Democrats are attempting to block election reform legislation once again during the special session by breaking quorum.
Election reform in Texas is back in the spotlight with two new omnibus bills as the special legislative session begins.
Gov. Greg Abbott used his line-item veto power to veto Article X of the appropriations bill, which provides funding for the legislature.
This week — a special session agenda update, Sid Miller announces his re-election run, and legislators renew calls for Medicaid expansion.
This week — here's a look at the latest news from this week in Texas politics.
