Tag: Dade Phelan
With Vouchers Dead, Public Schools Win, But At What Cost?
As the Texas Legislative Session nears its end with just one day remaining, it's evident that Governor Greg Abbott's primary legislative goal —vouchers— is...
Will Your Legislator Stand Firm Against Vouchers?
“There’s any easy way to get it done, and there’s a hard way. Either way, I’m in this to win this,” Gov. Greg Abbott...
Texas House Members Say No Deal On Vouchers
With the regular 88th Texas Legislative session and two special sessions under their belts, members of the Texas Legislature are now bracing for a potential...
Dade Phelan Backs Abbott’s Controversial Border Operation In Special Session Plan
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan recently showed support for Governor Greg Abbott’s Operation Lone Star initiative, hinting at the possibility of a special session...
GOP In Chaos: Infighting Erupts Once Again
As the 88th Legislature takes off, Texas GOP members have been quick to fall back into their usual pattern of infighting.
Right off the bat,...
Dade Phelan Rollin’ The Dice On Gambling Expansion
House Speaker Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont), says he doesn't have a problem with casinos, agreeing with Governor Greg Abbott’s wishes to legalize sports betting and...
Amidst Republican Party Controversy, Texas House Public Education Committee Releases Recommendations
The Texas House Public Education Committee released their recommendations for the upcoming legislative session earlier this week. The report addressed several issues including parent empowerment, school...
Texas Legislature Prepares for Long Nights as 2023 Budget Surplus Bidding Set to Begin
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan is preparing for some long nights in Austin come January, as the state budget is bulging with cash, which...
Tinderholt Announces He’s Running For Speaker, Is Dade Phelan Feeling GOP Pressure?
State Rep. Tony Tinderholt, R-Arlington, announced he would be running for speaker, arguing there should be no Democratic chairs.Tinderholt, one of the furthest-right Republicans...
Primary Runoff Elections Marked By Contention In Republican Races
One thing is for sure regarding the runoff elections this year and that is that it was all very contentious, at least in Republican...
