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Written by RA News staff.
“Family Values” Republicans Continue to Embrace Huge Donations From Alleged Sexual Harasser CEO
Elected officials in Texas take money from a CEO who was accused of predatory sexual behavior. Again. Who is this man, and whose campaigns...
Republicans Unwillingness to Face Reality Means Texas Suffers in Census
It’s easy for state leaders to claim their hands are tied when it comes to the federal Census—but the state of Texas will suffer...
STAAR on the horizon: testing changes and what it means for students.
As the dust settles from the last Texas legislative session, millions across the state are gearing up for another important event: the school year....
Closing the digital divide: FCC funds internet access in 89 rural Texas counties
Broadband buildout efforts to bridge the state’s digital divide are under way as funding from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) flows into rural Texas...
Some of Texas' most vulnerable legislators raised the least money
The battle to control the Texas House is fully underway, but some of the state’s most vulnerable incumbents can’t collect enough cash to compete.
The...
With the legislative session over, candidates ready for fundraising battles
Following Monday’s deadline for filing campaign finances, we have a clearer picture of the challenges and opportunities facing candidates running for state office. Following...
Campaign finance reports are out. Here’s what they tell us.
Monday, July 15 marked the second filing deadline this year for statewide candidates and officeholders to file a campaign finance report.
These reports are filed...
In latest campaign filing reports, Republican incumbent and Dem hopeful raise the most
State Representative Mayes Middleton (R-Wallisville) raised over $300,000 according to the latest campaign finance reports. Democratic candidate Shawn Terry, who is running for Morgan...
DATA: Download Personal Financial Statements
When lawmakers are transparent and accountable, we all benefit. Unfortunately, current laws don’t require the state to post Personal Financial Disclosure of Texas legislators...
State-run institutions for Texans with IDD floundering, yet flush with cash
For Texans living with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), there are few options for state sponsored long-term care. And with the state funneling money...
