Hot List: Day 137 of the Legislature
The session adjourns on Monday, but the big question on everyone’s lips at the Capitol is: Will there be a special session?
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Hot List: Day 136 of the Legislature
Luckily, the Senators came to their senses and Williams proposed a bill accepted, even lauded, by his Democratic counterparts. Under the plan, the basic allotment per-student-spending would reach $5,040 in 2015, which is the ever in the state.
No Sweat: Water Fund Resolution Passes the House
After a short debate, Senate Joint Resolution 1 easily in the House, letting voters approve creating a fund for state water planning projects.
Hot List: Day 133 of the Texas Legislature
It’s one week left of the Legislature, and lawmakers are cramming last-minute laws into the session like it’s the night before their final exams.
Budget Deal Finally Reached
After yesterday’s budget mess, it looks like a deal has been reached. On Thursday the Observer reported that the budget negotiations stalled after pressure [...]