The Beaumont City Council has officially recognized June 12, as Philippine Independence Day, marking a historic first for Southeast Texas and only the third such proclamation in the state.
Texas has ended its policy of offering in-state tuition to undocumented students following a federal lawsuit. The state and the U.S. Department of Justice agreed to terminate the practice, which was deemed unconstitutional. This policy, in place for 24 years, allowed undocumented students to access lower tuition rates at public universities, but will no longer be available, impacting educational opportunities for these students in Texas.
Governor Greg Abbott is set to sign House Bill 2, providing $8.5 billion in public education funding. The bill includes a $4 billion pay raise for teachers and staff, enhancing education quality in Texas.
Tarrant County Commissioners Court approved a new redistricting map to bolster Republican presence. The decision faced criticism and potential legal challenges, highlighting the ongoing debate over fair representation.
Flags in Angleton, Texas, are at half-staff in honor of Sergeant J.D. White, who was killed while escorting a funeral procession. The officer was struck by a vehicle and later succumbed to his injuries.
Senate Bill 990, aimed at expanding capital murder punishment in Texas by raising the victim age threshold from 10 to 15, failed to pass the Texas Legislature. The bill, introduced by Sen. Paul Bettencourt partially in response to the murder of Jocelyn Nungaray, faced support and opposition in its legislative journey.
Texas lawmakers did not pass bills to study or restrict PFAS, known as “forever chemicals,” leaving the state without regulations on these persistent substances linked to health issues.
Texas Senate Bill 8 mandates sheriffs to work with ICE, sparking a debate on public safety and racial profiling. The bill emphasizes 287(g) agreements, reflecting Texas’s growing role in immigration enforcement.
Texas lawmakers pass Senate Bill 8, requiring sheriffs to partner with ICE under 287(g) agreements for immigration enforcement. The bill aims to enhance local-federal collaboration in enforcing immigration laws, with significant implications for Texas counties.
The Filipino Leaders Coalition of North Texas will hold a Philippine Independence Day celebration on Saturday, June 1, at Asia Times Square in Grand Prairie, Texas.