The Latest | April 6, 2023

The legislative session has completed its 13th week.  8 weeks to go.  The legislature will take a brief break after today’s proceedings for the Easter weekend.  Here’s what’s happening: House Debating Budget The House convened this morning and began debate on House...

The Latest | March 31, 2023

The legislative session has completed its 12th week.  9 weeks to go.  Here’s what’s happening: Proposal to Ban Drag Shows The legislature this session has focused on issues related to transgender individuals and drag show performers.  Two bills were heard this week in...

The Latest | March 24, 2023

  The legislative session has completed its eleventh week.  10 weeks to go.  Here’s what’s happening: Senate Passes Property Tax Reduction Measures The Texas Senate unanimously approved several measures that would reduce overall property taxes for homeowners and...

The Latest | March 17, 2023

The legislative session has completed its tenth week.  11 weeks to go.  Here’s what’s happening: Bills on Border Protection Legislation related to border protection will continue to be priorities for both Houses this session.  The House package includes two bills that...

The Latest | March 10, 2023

  The legislative session has completed its eighth week.  12 weeks to go.  Here’s what’s happening: First Items for Budget Surplus Lawmakers entered the session with a $33 billion surplus on hand for the budget that will be written for the 2024-25 biennium. ...