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.
The Texas Senate revises a student discipline bill, granting schools increased flexibility and emphasizing restorative practices. The bill seeks to balance order with educational needs.
The Texas Legislature has passed a bill to increase penalties for assaulting utility workers, setting it on the path to becoming law with Governor Greg Abbott’s approval. Prompted by post-Hurricane Beryl incidents in Houston, the bill seeks to classify such assaults as third-degree felonies, enhancing protection for utility personnel during disasters.
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 lawmakers reach an $8.5 billion school funding deal to enhance public education, increase teacher pay, and support small and mid-sized school districts.
A Mexican national receives a 135-month sentence for meth trafficking in Texas. Audivier Martinez-Gomez pleads guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
Texas Congressman Chip Roy warns of severe consequences if President Trump’s budget bill passes. The bill, proposing $1 trillion in Medicaid cuts, faces opposition from Democrats and some Republicans over concerns that millions could lose healthcare coverage.
Texas Democrats oppose a House Republican proposal to cut nearly $1 trillion from Medicaid and SNAP, citing concerns over impacts on low-income residents and benefits for the wealthy.
Matthew Lee Johnson was executed in Texas for the 2012 murder of Nancy Harris, whom he set on fire during a robbery. The execution, by lethal injection, happened 13 years after the crime, amidst ongoing debates over capital punishment in the U.S.
The Texas House advances a bill to boost property tax exemptions, raising the homestead exemption for homeowners from $100,000 to $140,000. The move is part of a broader property tax relief plan aimed at easing financial strain on Texas homeowners.