Monthly Archives: July 2019
In a district where Beto lost by three points, Republican lawmaker resigns
Dr. John Zerwas (R-Richmond), incumbent chair of the Appropriations Committee, announced he would resign his seat, effective September 30.
Zerwas served in the Texas House...
New law protects the interests of businesses, could infringe on first amendment right to...
It’s no secret that Texans will fight fiercely for their land. Whether the main concern is land rights or preserving water, activists have long...
Alleged backroom deal brings division in Texas GOP to light
In public, Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen has always put the interests of incumbents before new challengers. But if a recent report from Michael...
The Powers That Bee: declining bee populations threaten Texas agriculture
Without bees, there is no food system, and without the food system, there is no food.
Unfortunately for Texans, the bee population is in trouble....
After years of waiting, full day pre-K for more Texas children finally begins in...
When school starts this year, public schools and open-enrollment charter schools will now provide full-day pre-K for eligible four-year-olds, thanks to new state funding.
Texas...
Texas' top 5 individual donors gave over $4 million in funds
Texas is one of only 11 states where there is no limit to how much an individual can contribute to a political candidate for...
Could Texas Make it a Law to Mandate the UT, A&M Rivalry?
By: Chris Black
During the 2019 86th legislative session, a bill was introduced to bring back the greatest sports rivalry in the state. Spoiler alert:...
Three of Texas’ most extreme Representatives join Criminal Justice Caucus
An unlikely assortment of lawmakers has joined forces to collaborate on criminal justice reform efforts in Texas.
Texas’ 86th Legislative Session began with energized talk...
How much do out-of-state donations affect Texas campaigns?
Think the Illuminati has a shady hold on Texas campaign finance? Think again. We’ve analyzed all of the state House of Representatives members’ campaign...
Money Trail: Which Texas Politicians Are Taking PAC Funds?
Campaign finance reports are out, and Political Action Committees have pumped significant cash into campaigns this year, but whose and how much?
A Political Action...
