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• Speaker Dustin Burrows asks Texas House to investigate Roblox in response to game simulating Uvalde shooting

  April 20, 2026 6:15 PM

  Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows on Monday targeted Roblox for alleged child endangerment, after learning the platform offered a simulation of the 2022 Uvalde mass shooting. Burrows instructed lawmakers to study ways to strengthen child safety and accountability for virtual gaming, singling out Roblox, an online platform and community... more »

• Texas jails have more than 400 pregnant inmates monthly. The state is trying to understand what happens to them.

  February 3, 2026 2:54 PM

  Have you experienced or witnessed issues related to pregnancy or any medical care in a Texas county jail? Send tips to reporter Alex Nguyen at alex.nguyen@texastribune.org or via a message on Signal at @alexnguyen.23. In May 2018, Ruby McPeters was eight months pregnant when she... more »

• Trump’s pardon of Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar leaves local Republicans surprised and disappointed

  December 15, 2025 4:43 PM

  Zapata County Republican Chairwoman Jennifer Thatcher was shocked when she learned earlier this month that President Donald Trump had pardoned Rep. Henry Cuellar, freeing him from legal peril for the federal corruption charges he faced. By pardoning Cuellar, she said, Trump removed the Laredo Democrats’ main vulnerability, which Republicans... more »

• Why Gov. Greg Abbott wants to let taxpayers decide whether cities can raise — or cut — taxes

  December 10, 2025 11:25 AM

  Gov. Greg Abbott announced his reelection campaign in November, promising to lower property taxes. His plan covers three areas, which The Texas Tribune is breaking down over a series of articles. This is Part Two. Read Part One here . FORT WORTH — Gov. Greg Abbott , as part... more »

• Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wants to increase the homestead exemption for school property taxes again

  December 9, 2025 6:48 PM

  Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on Tuesday unveiled a plan to drive down property taxes by further hiking the amount of a home’s value that can’t be taxed to pay for public schools and lowering the age at which Texans qualify for additional relief on their school tax bills. Under... more »

• In school voucher rules, Texas lets families get more for pre-K but rejects additional reporting requirements

  December 9, 2025 6:45 PM

  Texas’ chief financial officer on Tuesday finalized rules for the state’s private school voucher program , clearing up confusion about funding for pre-kindergarten students and setting official dates for schools and families to apply — but declining to change certain special education components or tack on additional reporting requirements. ... more »

• Gov. Greg Abbott has a sweeping plan to abolish Texas’ school property taxes. Would it work?

  December 9, 2025 6:31 PM

  Gov. Greg Abbott announced his reelection campaign in November, promising to lower property taxes. His plan covers three areas, which The Texas Tribune is breaking down over a series of articles. This is Part One. FORT WORTH — Texas lawmakers have gone big to rein in the state’s... more »

• Texas hoped $100 million would help more families pay for child care. Here’s why it didn’t.

  November 26, 2025 11:20 AM

  LUFKIN — Earlier this year, Texas made a major investment in its child care scholarship fund — $100 million , to be exact. That money, state lawmakers hoped, would provide an additional 10,000 scholarships to needy families and cut down the number of children waiting for assistance. That... more »

• Court order striking down Texas redistricting map upends plans for candidates across the state

  November 18, 2025 8:58 PM

  In August, when the Texas Legislature passed a new congressional map intended to yield five additional seats for the GOP, a mass of Republicans stepped forward to run in the newly gerrymandered districts. Meanwhile, several Democratic incumbents were pushed into nearby districts already occupied by another Democrat, forcing them to... more »

• LGBTQ+ Texans fought to be recognized. That work is eroding under a conservative pressure campaign.

  November 18, 2025 3:03 PM

  Arlington Mayor Jim Ross stood under the June sun and delivered an impassioned speech in front of a crowd awash in rainbows and glitter. “You know Martin Luther King taught us way back in the ‘60s, that there’s only one thing strong enough to overcome hate,” the North Texas... more »

• Texas still needs a plan for its growing water supply issues, experts say

  November 14, 2025 7:16 PM

  Voters just approved $20 billion to be spent on water supply, infrastructure and education over the next 20 years. That funding is just the beginning, however, and it will only go so far, panelists said during the “Running Out” session at The Texas Tribune Festival. And in a state... more »

• UT System will push to enforce campus protest bans that judge temporarily blocked

  November 5, 2025 12:56 PM

  UT System will push to enforce campus protest bans that judge temporarily blocked by Jessica Priest, The Texas Tribune September 3, 2025 Sign up for The Brief , The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. ... more »

• What to know about 17 statewide propositions on Texans’ ballots Tuesday

  November 4, 2025 11:25 AM

  Texas voters will get the final say Tuesday on 17 constitutional amendments — usually listed as statewide propositions at the top of the ballot — including billions of dollars in property tax cuts for homeowners and businesses. Earlier this year, a two-thirds majority of the state Legislature passed the... more »

• How two Texas redistricting cases, 37 years apart, set the stage for the latest congressional redraw

  October 22, 2025 11:00 AM

  As Texas lawmakers redrew the state’s congressional map this summer, Marc Campos’ mind was on his father. In 1987, Tony Campos sued the city of Baytown in a landmark case that opened the door for Black and Hispanic voters to join together to bring voting rights challenges across the... more »

• Trans Texas college students bearing more hostility as officials push binary gender definitions

  October 21, 2025 11:32 AM

  When Liz Graff started their second year of law school this fall, the nonbinary transgender student noticed a shift in how their peers treated them. Male classmates stopped holding the door for Graff or bumped into them on the sidewalk. In class, students called transgender women “men.” Peers said... more »

• Texas State Technical College looks to voters to fund upgrades for old buildings and tools

  October 20, 2025 5:11 PM

  WACO — The students training to go into construction can feel the classroom floor dip under their steel-toed shoes. The carpet sits on an incline — it has been stretched thin over a metal drain pipe, a relic from when the facility had a different life. Next door, about... more »

• The feds are cutting off public money for all Planned Parenthoods, following a playbook that began in Texas

  October 15, 2025 2:40 PM

  On Sept. 30, Planned Parenthood’s Gulf Coast branch in Houston, which ran the organization’s largest clinic in the country, shuttered to merge with another affiliate. Anti-abortion groups celebrated this shutdown, saying they were one step closer to pushing the health care provider from the state and, eventually, the... more »

• Texas Rep. Bobby Guerra not seeking reelection Play Video

  October 2, 2025 11:24 AM

  After 13 years in the Texas Legislature, House District 41 Rep. R.D. “Bobby” Guerra announced he will not seek reelection in the November 2026 election. Guerra made the announcement Thursday morning. “I’m the son of a teacher, and a former county judge, and I couldn’t be more proud... more »

• An inside look at DPS' crime lab in Weslaco Play Video

  September 19, 2025 10:26 AM

  Law enforcement and crime victims across the Rio Grande Valley rely on the work of the Texas Department of Public Safety's crime lab in Weslaco. Channel 5 News got an inside look at the impact the lab has when it comes to seeking justice. Robert Garcia said he... more »

• Ken Paxton’s legal crusade against Beto O’Rourke is faltering before an all-Republican appeals court

  September 17, 2025 11:38 AM

  " Ken Paxton’s legal crusade against Beto O’Rourke is faltering before an all-Republican appeals court " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• Federal loopholes may have opened the door for sports betting alternatives that skirt Texas’ gambling ban

  September 15, 2025 9:17 AM

  " Federal loopholes may have opened the door for sports betting alternatives that skirt Texas’ gambling ban " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• Texas legislative committees will study freedom of speech on college campuses in wake of Charlie Kirk killing

  September 14, 2025 12:12 PM

  " Texas legislative committees will study freedom of speech on college campuses in wake of Charlie Kirk killing " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign... more »

• Abbott expected to issue executive order setting age requirements for THC-products, other restrictions

  September 9, 2025 10:10 AM

  " Abbott expected to issue executive order setting age requirements for THC-products, other restrictions " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Subscribe to The Blast, The... more »

• Texas Legislature approves stiff penalties, fundraising limits for lawmakers who leave state to block bills

  September 7, 2025 12:08 PM

  " Texas Legislature approves stiff penalties, fundraising limits for lawmakers who leave state to block bills " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• Texas is poised to replace STAAR. Here is what schools’ new standardized tests would look like.

  September 4, 2025 11:28 AM

  " Texas is poised to replace STAAR. Here is what schools’ new standardized tests would look like. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. ... more »

• Texas bill allowing private citizens to sue over abortion pills clears Legislature

  September 4, 2025 11:26 AM

  " Texas bill allowing private citizens to sue over abortion pills clears Legislature " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The... more »

• Bill overhauling disaster emergency response misses final approval in Texas Senate

  September 4, 2025 11:24 AM

  " Bill overhauling disaster emergency response misses final approval in Texas Senate " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief... more »

• Texas Legislature ends second special session marked by new political maps, slew of conservative wins

  September 4, 2025 11:22 AM

  " Texas Legislature ends second special session marked by new political maps, slew of conservative wins " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign... more »

• Most Texas THC products remain legal after GOP leaders fail to break legislative impasse

  September 4, 2025 11:19 AM

  " Most Texas THC products remain legal after GOP leaders fail to break legislative impasse " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• Texas kids’ camps must remove cabins from floodplains, operate warning systems under new laws

  September 4, 2025 11:17 AM

  " Texas kids’ camps must remove cabins from floodplains, operate warning systems under new laws " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• Proposal limiting Texas city, county property taxes loses steam

  September 3, 2025 5:10 PM

  " Proposal limiting Texas city, county property taxes loses steam " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly... more »

• In rapidly diversifying Tarrant County, a summer of GOP redistricting hits Black and Latino representation

  September 2, 2025 9:02 AM

  " In rapidly diversifying Tarrant County, a summer of GOP redistricting hits Black and Latino representation " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• Texas governor signs new voting map pushed by Trump to gain 5 GOP seats in Congress in 2026

  August 29, 2025 11:33 AM

  AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday signed into law a new congressional voting map designed to help Republicans gain more seats in the 2026 midterm elections, delivering a win for President Donald Trump and his desire to hold on to a slim GOP majority in the... more »

• Hidalgo County health expert speaks out against bill making ivermectin an over-the-counter drug Play Video

  August 29, 2025 11:26 AM

  State lawmakers just passed a bill that could make Ivermectin easier to get. The bill sits on Governor Greg Abbott's desk. Supporters say it gives people medical freedom, but critics have their concerns. The drug Ivermectin is well known to ranchers. "I use [it] three times a... more »

• A rigorous accreditation program inspired Texas’ camp reforms. Here’s what that process looks like.

  August 29, 2025 8:29 AM

  " A rigorous accreditation program inspired Texas’ camp reforms. Here’s what that process looks like. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The... more »

• Texas House clears bill that shields some police complaints

  August 29, 2025 8:27 AM

  " Texas House clears bill that shields some police complaints " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief , The Texas Tribune’s... more »

• About 750 new laws will go into effect in Texas on Sept. 1. Here are some of the significant ones.

  August 28, 2025 12:46 PM

  " About 750 new laws will go into effect in Texas on Sept. 1. Here are some of the significant ones. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and... more »

• House Democrats’ frustration with STAAR bill highlights divide over how new test should look

  August 27, 2025 11:18 AM

  " House Democrats’ frustration with STAAR bill highlights divide over how new test should look " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• Texas bill protecting sex trafficking victims from some criminal charges heads to governor’s desk

  August 26, 2025 3:07 PM

  " Texas bill protecting sex trafficking victims from some criminal charges heads to governor’s desk " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• Texas lawmakers to consider restoring limits on late voter registration changes

  August 26, 2025 3:05 PM

  " Texas lawmakers to consider restoring limits on late voter registration changes " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief... more »

• Texas redistricting map: How the GOP could increase its stronghold

  August 24, 2025 12:46 PM

  " Texas redistricting map: How the GOP could increase its stronghold " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. The Texas Legislature redrew the state's congressional districts... more »

• East Texas lawmaker, with governor’s blessing, wants to stop proposed water deal

  August 23, 2025 12:05 PM

  " East Texas lawmaker, with governor’s blessing, wants to stop proposed water deal " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Subscribe to The Y’all — a... more »

• Texas House’s latest STAAR bill fails to meaningfully change the test, some Democrats say

  August 23, 2025 12:02 PM

  " Texas House’s latest STAAR bill fails to meaningfully change the test, some Democrats say " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. A Texas House panel... more »

• Texas bill would keep unsubstantiated complaints against police officers from the public

  August 22, 2025 10:19 AM

  " Texas bill would keep unsubstantiated complaints against police officers from the public " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• In response to failures and grieving parents, Texas lawmakers advance flood bills

  August 22, 2025 10:14 AM

  " In response to failures and grieving parents, Texas lawmakers advance flood bills " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• UT System nixes faculty senates, approves restrictions on campus protests

  August 21, 2025 8:59 PM

  " UT System nixes faculty senates, approves restrictions on campus protests " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• Texas bill protecting sex trafficking victims from some criminal charges advances

  August 21, 2025 3:21 PM

  " Texas bill protecting sex trafficking victims from some criminal charges advances " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief... more »

• Beto O’Rourke PAC donated more than $1 million to Democrats during redistricting battle

  August 17, 2025 12:31 PM

  " Beto O’Rourke PAC donated more than $1 million to Democrats during redistricting battle " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief... more »

• Abbott calls second special session as first round ends with Democrats still out of state

  August 16, 2025 11:48 AM

  " Abbott calls second special session as first round ends with Democrats still out of state " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• In Trump's redistricting push, Democrats find an aggressive identity and progressives are on board

  August 16, 2025 11:32 AM

  ATLANTA (AP) — Fight! Fight! Fight! It's not just Donald Trump's mantra anymore. As the Republican president pushes states to redraw their congressional districts to the GOP's advantage, Democrats have shown they are willing to go beyond words of outrage and use whatever power they do have to win.... more »

• Texas Republicans and Democrats, locked in redistricting battle, weaponize flood response

  August 13, 2025 11:09 AM

  " Texas Republicans and Democrats, locked in redistricting battle, weaponize flood response " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief , The... more »

• Some Texas private schools hire relatives and enrich insiders. Soon they can do it with taxpayer money.

  August 13, 2025 11:02 AM

  " Some Texas private schools hire relatives and enrich insiders. Soon they can do it with taxpayer money. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. This... more »

• Texas Senate approves bill swapping STAAR exam for three shorter tests

  August 12, 2025 9:59 PM

  " Texas Senate approves bill swapping STAAR exam for three shorter tests " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. The Texas Senate on Tuesday... more »

• Senate OKs latest bill restricting use of government and school bathrooms by transgender people

  August 9, 2025 2:23 PM

  " Senate OKs latest bill restricting use of government and school bathrooms by transgender people " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The... more »

• Texas Democrats know they may lose redistricting protest, but hope to spark a national fight

  August 8, 2025 11:38 AM

  " Texas Democrats know they may lose redistricting protest, but hope to spark a national fight " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• Texas youth camps tell lawmakers they need better coordination, emergency plans during disasters

  August 7, 2025 11:00 AM

  " Texas youth camps tell lawmakers they need better coordination, emergency plans during disasters " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief... more »

• Texas Senate OKs stricter limits on city, county property tax revenue

  August 7, 2025 10:58 AM

  " Texas Senate OKs stricter limits on city, county property tax revenue " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly... more »

• Texas lawmakers propose replacing STAAR exam with three shorter tests

  August 6, 2025 11:08 AM

  " Texas lawmakers propose replacing STAAR exam with three shorter tests " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief , The Texas... more »

• Texas dispute highlights nation's long history of partisan gerrymandering. Is it legal?

  August 5, 2025 2:59 PM

  When Democratic lawmakers left Texas to try to prevent the Republican-led Legislature from redrawing the state's congressional districts, it marked the latest episode in a long national history of gerrymandering. The word "gerrymander" was coined in America more than 200 years ago as an unflattering means of describing political... more »

• Texas House Democrats flee the state in bid to block GOP’s proposed congressional map

  August 3, 2025 4:43 PM

  " Texas House Democrats flee the state in bid to block GOP’s proposed congressional map " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• Overhauling STAAR test is back on the table this special session. But the clock is ticking.

  August 3, 2025 3:04 PM

  " Overhauling STAAR test is back on the table this special session. But the clock is ticking. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. ... more »

• Texas bills increasing youth camp safety face long odds, even after Hill Country floods

  August 1, 2025 10:59 AM

  " Texas bills increasing youth camp safety face long odds, even after Hill Country floods " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The... more »

• Why the proposed Texas congressional map may not be a lock to net five new GOP seats

  July 31, 2025 7:38 PM

  " Why the proposed Texas congressional map may not be a lock to net five new GOP seats " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. ... more »

• Texas GOP once again tries to ban local governments from hiring lobbyists in Austin

  July 31, 2025 9:50 AM

  " Texas GOP once again tries to ban local governments from hiring lobbyists in Austin " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Subscribe to The Y’all... more »

• Newsom will move to redraw California map if Texas redistricts, teeing up national fight

  July 30, 2025 7:11 PM

  " Newsom will move to redraw California map if Texas redistricts, teeing up national fight " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• Texas Senate advances bill to ban THC — again

  July 30, 2025 7:07 PM

  " Texas Senate advances bill to ban THC — again " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief , The... more »

• Texas House Democrats are fundraising to potentially leave the state to block GOP-backed redistricting

  July 29, 2025 2:34 PM

  " Texas House Democrats are fundraising to potentially leave the state to block GOP-backed redistricting " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• How redistricting in Texas and other states could change the game for US House elections

  July 27, 2025 12:53 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — Redistricting usually happens after the once-a-decade population count by the U.S. Census Bureau or in response to a court ruling. Now, Texas Republicans want to break that tradition — and other states could follow suit. President Trump has asked the Texas Legislature to create districts, in... more »

• Democrats slam rush to redraw US House maps at first hearing in Texas

  July 24, 2025 7:05 PM

  AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Democrats on Thursday laid into Republicans for racing to create more winnable U.S. House seats before the 2026 elections in the first public hearing by lawmakers as they undertake a rare summer redrawing of the congressional maps at the urging of President Donald Trump. ... more »

• Vetoed Texas bill that protects human trafficking victims from being prosecuted being discussed during special legislative session Play Video

  July 23, 2025 11:10 PM

  Human trafficking is a crime that happens in broad daylight as people are forced to do work or commit crimes against their will. Lawmakers in Austin are discussing how the rules apply to victims of human trafficking who commit crimes after they've been helped out by the justice system... more »

• Plans for flood warning system floundered before Hill Country floods, witnesses tell legislative flood committee

  July 23, 2025 8:37 PM

  " Plans for flood warning system floundered before Hill Country floods, witnesses tell legislative flood committee " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign... more »

• Texas Senate committee doubles down on THC ban, saying state and local governments don’t have the resources for regulations

  July 22, 2025 10:04 PM

  " Texas Senate committee doubles down on THC ban, saying state and local governments don’t have the resources for regulations " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide... more »

• Texas Republicans, including Gov. Abbott, were reluctant to redraw the state’s congressional maps. Then Trump got involved.

  July 22, 2025 3:15 PM

  " Texas Republicans, including Gov. Abbott, were reluctant to redraw the state’s congressional maps. Then Trump got involved. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. ... more »

• THC-related poison control calls tripled in Texas after hemp became legal. Experts say there’s more to the story.

  July 22, 2025 2:58 PM

  " THC-related poison control calls tripled in Texas after hemp became legal. Experts say there’s more to the story. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.... more »

• Texas Democrats vow to use delay tactics to drag out GOP redistricting effort

  July 21, 2025 9:51 PM

  " Texas Democrats vow to use delay tactics to drag out GOP redistricting effort " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• Texas lawmakers largely ignored recommendations aimed at helping rural areas like Kerr County prepare for flooding

  July 21, 2025 6:11 PM

  " Texas lawmakers largely ignored recommendations aimed at helping rural areas like Kerr County prepare for flooding " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. ... more »

• The Texas Legislature is back for a special session. Here’s what we’re watching.

  July 21, 2025 11:36 AM

  " The Texas Legislature is back for a special session. Here’s what we’re watching. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• What to know as Texas' search for flood victims stretches into a 3rd week

  July 19, 2025 11:15 AM

  AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The search for victims of deadly flooding in Texas Hill Country is headed into its third week as officials try to pin down exactly how many people remain missing and lawmakers prepare to discuss authorities' initial response and providing better warning systems. Flash floods killed... more »

• Newly formed Texas disaster preparedness and flooding committee will visit Kerr County

  July 16, 2025 12:08 PM

  " Newly formed Texas disaster preparedness and flooding committee will visit Kerr County " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• Trump tells Texas Republicans to redraw the state congressional map to help keep House majority

  July 15, 2025 6:39 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is pushing Texas Republicans to redraw the state's congressional maps to create more House seats favorable to his party, part of a broader effort to help the GOP retain control of the chamber in next year's midterm elections. The... more »

• As Trump looks to net five GOP seats through Texas redistricting, Democrats grasp for response

  July 15, 2025 6:21 PM

  " As Trump looks to net five GOP seats through Texas redistricting, Democrats grasp for response " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign... more »

• Gov. Abbott orders special session on Hill Country flooding, redistricting, THC and unfinished GOP priorities

  July 9, 2025 4:28 PM

  " Gov. Abbott orders special session on Hill Country flooding, redistricting, THC and unfinished GOP priorities " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign... more »

• Texas lawmakers failed to pass a bill to improve local flood warning systems this year

  July 6, 2025 6:23 PM

  " Texas lawmakers failed to pass a bill to improve local flood warning systems this year " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign... more »

• Elon Musk hired a dozen Texas lobbyists this year. State law keeps the extent of their influence under wraps.

  July 3, 2025 3:03 PM

  " Elon Musk hired a dozen Texas lobbyists this year. State law keeps the extent of their influence under wraps. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide... more »

• Texas lawmakers update sexual assault laws, allowing more survivors to pursue justice

  July 2, 2025 10:58 AM

  " Texas lawmakers update sexual assault laws, allowing more survivors to pursue justice " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• Texas A&M, university systems in other red states will create their own agency to review schools’ quality standards

  June 27, 2025 12:43 PM

  " Texas A&M, university systems in other red states will create their own agency to review schools’ quality standards " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. ... more »

• Edinburg airport secures additional $10 million in state funding for upgrades Play Video

  June 26, 2025 12:21 PM

  The city of Edinburg announced additional funding for the South Texas International Airport during the 89th Texas Legislature. According to a news release, the airport will receive $10 million for upgrades. The airport had already received $10 million during the 88th Legislative Session, bringing the total amount of state... more »

• Texas Lottery Commission to be disbanded as state game gets new restrictions

  June 25, 2025 2:39 PM

  " Texas Lottery Commission to be disbanded as state game gets new restrictions " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The... more »

• Lt. Gov. Patrick rips Gov. Abbott for vetoing THC ban, digs in against calls for regulation

  June 23, 2025 4:18 PM

  " Lt. Gov. Patrick rips Gov. Abbott for vetoing THC ban, digs in against calls for regulation " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. ... more »

• Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes funding for federal summer lunch program

  June 23, 2025 2:31 PM

  " Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes funding for federal summer lunch program " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• Gov. Greg Abbott orders special legislative session after vetoing 26 bills

  June 23, 2025 11:34 AM

  " Gov. Greg Abbott orders special legislative session after vetoing 26 bills " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief... more »

• Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban, calls for regulation instead

  June 23, 2025 11:31 AM

  " Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban, calls for regulation instead " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• New federal-state environmental pact aims to speed up Texas highway projects

  June 21, 2025 12:45 PM

  " New federal-state environmental pact aims to speed up Texas highway projects " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief... more »

• Texas again lowers restrictions on certain firearms, passes on regulations

  June 18, 2025 4:01 PM

  " Texas again lowers restrictions on certain firearms, passes on regulations " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• Texas made sweeping changes to bail and parole, along with increasing penalties for stolen goods

  June 17, 2025 11:38 AM

  " Texas made sweeping changes to bail and parole, along with increasing penalties for stolen goods " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• Texas clarified when abortions are OK and aligned with RFK Jr. on health this legislative session

  June 14, 2025 2:28 PM

  " Texas clarified when abortions are OK and aligned with RFK Jr. on health this legislative session " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. The 2025... more »