HealthcareStatewide NewsRep. Tony Tinderholt Home Recovering from Frightening Case of Coronavirus
Brad JohnsonJuly 31, 2020
The North Texas Republican is back home recovering from serious symptoms after contracting COVID-19 a couple of weeks ago.
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Statewide NewsGovernor Abbott’s Mask Mandate Allowance Criticized by Reps. Tinderholt, Biedermann, Stickland, and Lang
Brad JohnsonJune 19, 2020
Governor Abbott affirmed earlier this week that localities may institute mask requirements for businesses with fines attached up to $1,000.
HealthcareStatewide NewsGOP State Lawmakers Call on Governor Abbott to End Contact Tracing Program
Daniel FriendJune 3, 2020
Republican lawmakers have begun to call on Governor Greg Abbott to end the state's $295 million contract to conduct coronavirus contact tracing.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseState SenateThe Back MicThe Back Mic: Letters from Legislators Promote Varying Priorities During Pandemic
McKenzie TaylorApril 24, 2020
This week — A look at the letters legislators are writing during the coronavirus pandemic, and the issues they're focusing on.
Civil SocietyStatewide NewsTwo-thirds of Republican and Democrat Voters Say They are Unable to Work from Home
Daniel FriendApril 23, 2020
Polling shows voters are divided on the question of opening back up Texas' economy — with 50 percent of Republicans and 13 percent of Democrats favoring a reopening.
Elections 2020IssuesState HouseState SenateStatewide NewsThe Back MicThe Back Mic: GOP Convention Postponed, Freedom Caucus Letter to Hegar, Senate District 14 Update
McKenzie TaylorMarch 20, 2020
This week — Texas Republicans postpone their state convention, the Freedom Caucus calls on the comptroller, and a state senate race continues to solidify.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsJudge’s Decision Allows Cook Children’s Hospital to Take Tinslee Lewis Off Life Support
Sarah McConnellJanuary 2, 2020
Justice Sandee B. Marion denied a temporary injunction filed on behalf of the Lewis family, effectively allowing Cook Children's to end treatment in accordance with the Texas 10-Day Rule.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsStatewide NewsJudge Grants Extension in Tinslee Lewis Life Support Case
Sarah McConnellDecember 13, 2019
On Thursday, Justice Sandee Marion issued an extension until January 2 for Tinslee Lewis while she decides whether or not to grant the family's request for a temporary injunction.
Civil SocietyIssuesLocal NewsCook Children’s Motion to Recuse Tarrant County Judge from Tinslee Lewis Life Support Case Granted
Sarah McConnellDecember 6, 2019
On Wednesday, a judge granted a motion filed by Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth to recuse Tarrant County Judge Alex Kim from presiding over the case of 10-month-old Tinslee Lewis.
Civil SocietyHealthcareIssuesLocal NewsStatewide NewsHearing for Tinslee Lewis’ Life Support Case Extended to December
Sarah McConnellNovember 20, 2019
A hearing for 9-month-old Tinslee Lewis originally scheduled for this Friday has been moved to December, giving the family more time to search for an alternate care provider.
HealthcareLocal NewsStatewide NewsJudge Issues Order Preventing 9-Month-Old Tinslee Lewis from Being Taken Off Life Support
Sarah McConnellNovember 10, 2019
Tarrant County Judge Alex Kim signed a temporary restraining order preventing 9-month-old Tinslee Lewis from being taken off life support at Cook Children's Hospital in Fort Worth.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Bonnen’s Lists — Where All 82 Republicans Landed
McKenzie TaylorOctober 25, 2019
In this week's Back Mic — a breakdown of Speaker Dennis Bonnen's various lists.
Immigration & BorderIssuesLocal NewsTarrant County Extends ICE Program as Activists Quarrel
Brad JohnsonJune 19, 2019
A program that permits Tarrant County's local law enforcement to work in tandem with ICE officials was renewed on Tuesday.
86th LegislatureIssuesDid Your Representative Become More Liberal or Conservative this Session? Here’s a List
McKenzie TaylorJune 6, 2019
The post-session study of where state house lawmakers fall on the ideological spectrum has been released by Rice University fellow Mark Jones.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseTexas House Approves Raising the Smoking Age to 21
Brad JohnsonMay 15, 2019
The legislation will now head to conference committee as Texas moves one step closer to raising the legal age for purchasing tobacco products to 21.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseAmazon-Backed Drone Bill Killed by Tinderholt, Gooden Over Privacy Concerns
Katie FisherMay 9, 2019
The legislation was headed for passage in the House until Rep. Tinderholt took to the floor and revealed how the drone bill threatened Texans' privacy.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseState SenateTaxes & SpendingNew Polling Shows Proposed Sales Tax Swap Unpopular With Texas Voters
Brad JohnsonMay 7, 2019
Polling shows a lack of support among Texas voters for a proposed sales tax swap to "offset" the rate of property tax growth.
86th LegislatureIssuesState HouseTaxes & SpendingVIDEO: Rep. Martinez Fischer: Texas’ New Property Tax Proposal May Increase Taxes
McKenzie TaylorMay 3, 2019
The inclusion of a new "de minimis" exception could leave smaller cities and towns subject to higher taxes.
86th LegislatureHealthcareState HouseA Dozen House Democrats Join GOP in Approving “Born Alive Infant Protection Act”
Brad JohnsonApril 16, 2019
The GOP passed a bill protecting infant survivors of abortion with the support of 12 Democrats as the debate moves to the Senate.
86th LegislatureHealthcareIssuesState HousePro-Life Bill Abolishing Abortion Draws Line in the Sand
Brad JohnsonApril 11, 2019
Pro-life Republicans have filed a bill to abolish abortion in the state of Texas for the second session in a row.