Texas lawmakers discuss President Trump's "big beautiful bill", proposed tax and spending cuts
Senate Republicans hope to pass the "big, beautiful bill" by July 4th. It will then go back to the House for consideration.
Texas lawmakers react to protests against President Trump, ICE, deportations
Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill and across the country remain divided following protests against Trump's deportation policies.
Suspect arrested in connection with threats against Texas lawmakers
The Texas State Capitol and grounds in Austin were evacuated due to the threat, state officials said.
Democratic Texas Rep. Vikki Goodwin enters race for Lt. Governor, says "It's time for change"
Goodwin, who was first elected in 2018, will have to give up her legislative seat in southwest Austin to run for Lt. Governor.
Gov. Abbott to sign bill into law requiring county jails to work with ICE
The law will require county jails across Texas to check with ICE to see if inmates are in the U.S. illegally or not.
SBA launches Made in America initiative during visit to North Texas business
SBA administrator Kelly Loeffler visited DSG Technology in Arlington as part of the SBA's Made in America manufacturing initiative.
Hemp industry urges Gov. Greg Abbott to veto THC ban
As of Monday, Abbott had not indicated whether he would sign or veto the bill.
Texas lawmakers finalize judicial pay raises as session ends
The House and Senate had disagreed over one key issue: pensions for state lawmakers, which are tied to judges' salaries.
Beto O'Rourke considering running for office in Texas, again
Beto O'Rourke said he's listening to the people to decide where he can do the most good in determining whether to run for office.
Texas representatives react to President Trump's "big, beautiful bill"
President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" has U.S. Representatives Jasmine Crockett and Brandon Gill at odds with each other.
Major bills and changes from this year's Texas legislative session that impact you
The end of the Texas legislative session brings changes that impact public schools, property tax relief, criminal justice, abortion and more.
Historic public school funding bill clears House, awaits Gov. Abbott's signature
Teachers and non-administrative staff across Texas will receive salary increases under the new legislation.
New bill would give Texas parents more control over books in public school libraries
Parents would be able to challenge books in the school libraries under the legislation.
Changes to Texas Lottery coming under bill making its way through Legislature
The legislation will likely head to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk after the House and Senate discuss it further.
Ten Commandments classroom bill advances in Texas Legislature
Opponents, including Rep. Vikki Goodwin, D-Austin, argue the bill violates the separation of church and state.