The Texas Senate has approved a bill allowing college athletes to be paid through name, image, and likeness agreements. If it passes the House and avoids a governor veto, it could become law as early as September 1, changing the financial landscape for student athletes in Texas.
The Texas Senate advances a bill to ban local gun buyback programs, ending initiatives where cities and counties buy firearms from civilians to reduce unwanted guns in homes.
Texas Senate approves an $8.5 billion school funding bill to enhance public education, increase teacher salaries, and improve infrastructure. The legislation aims to address funding disparities and support educational progress across the state.
The Texas House passed Senate Bill 33, preventing local governments from using tax revenue for abortion-related travel assistance. The bill awaits state Senate approval and Governor Abbott’s decision, potentially impacting city funding strategies for abortion seekers in Texas.
Texas moves towards a total ban on THC products as the House aligns with the Senate’s original decision. An amendment to Senate Bill 3 reverts it to a complete prohibition, marking a significant shift in THC-related legislation. This decision reflects Texas’ strict stance on drug regulation as the bill awaits final approval.
Texas House to vote on a bill clarifying conditions for life-saving abortions under the state’s near-total abortion ban. The proposal intends to align legal language and provide doctors clear guidelines.
Texas lawmakers are close to passing a bill banning minors from social media platforms. House Bill 186 requires age verification and parental consent for minors using Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, and Snapchat. Compliance is expected by April 2026.
Former U.S. President Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer. Public figures extend support, highlighting resilience and advocacy. Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis underscores healthcare access and awareness.
A Texas Senate bill seeks to stop the State Fair of Texas from banning firearms, moving to the House of Representatives after Senate approval. Supporters cite Second Amendment rights, while opponents raise public safety concerns. The bill targets a loophole in firearm bans at government-owned sites, reversing the fair’s 2024 gun policy. If passed, it will impose fines for violations and may impact similar events across Texas.
On May 15, 2025, the Texas Senate approved a bill to disband the Texas Lottery Commission, transferring its operations to the Department of Licensing and Regulation. The bill awaits the Texas House’s consideration amid controversies over online ticket sales and courier services. The Sunset Advisory Committee will review the lottery’s future, with potential abolition by August 2027.