Texas Legislature session

Poll shows what Texas voters think lawmakers should be focused on this legislative session
The poll shows that when Texas voters were asked what they thought the Legislature's top priority would be, immigration or border security-related issues were the most frequently mentioned responses. Those issues were followed by the economy or concerns related to high prices, then education and crime.
Far-right Christians move to gain more power in Texas legislative session
Landon Schott, the 41-year-old pastor of Mercy Culture Church in Fort Worth who repeatedly blasts Democrats as "godless" and "demonic," led an impromptu service in a Texas Capitol meeting room on Tuesday.
Texas Legislature session: Leander ISD priorities
Like many school districts across the state, Leander ISD superintendent Bruce Gearing says, funding is a major priority this session to help fund special education and educator pay raises. Jessica Rivera has the details.
Texas leaders kick off 89th legislative session: A look at what’s to come
State leaders are settling in at the Texas capital for the 89th legislative session, and sparks flew on day one.
The Texas Legislature kicks off its new session today in Austin. Here’s what to expect.
The biggest thing to watch on day one of Texas’ 89th Legislative Session? Who the Texas House of Representatives choose to be the next House speaker.
New East Texas house members sworn in as 89th Legislative Session begins
State Representative Daniel Alders (R-Tyler) fills in the seat left by retired former State Representative Matt Schaefer. State Representative Joanne Shofner (R-Nacogdoches) began her first term as well.
Here's what to expect as Texas Legislature heads back in session
The 89th Texas legislative session begins, addressing key issues like education, LGBTQ+ rights, abortion, cannabis, and immigration.
The issues Texans care about most as a new legislative session begins
A new poll finds immigration and the economy are the top issues Texans want lawmakers to tackle in 2025. Public education, crime and property taxes were among other top priorities. 47% of Texans believe the state is on the right track,
Texas Legislature's 89th session will start Tuesday. Who are key players you should know?
The 89th Texas Legislature will convene Tuesday. Here are some of the members who will help shape state policies.
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Texas legislative session set to begin; what you need to know about the first day
AUSTIN, Texas (KWTX) - The eighty-ninth Texas state legislative session will begin as state representatives and senators decide on future laws over the next few months. Events in the Capital ...
Texas State Representative shares why he proposed to partner on house floor, first day of legislative session
Texas State Representative shares why he proposed to partner on house floor, first day of legislative session.
Rep. Venton Jones proposes to partner during first day of Texas legislative session
Dallas, proposed to his longtime partner, Gregory Scott Jr., on the floor of the Texas House. And Scott said yes.
Local Texas House Representatives discuss the top priorities of this years legislative session, focusing on school choice
Tomorrow marks the start of the 89th Texas legislative session, and after a decisive election season there is a lot of ...
High-speed rail, transit funds among Texas Legislature bill filings this session
With the 89th regular legislative session underway in the Texas Legislature, lawmakers will consider a handful of bills that ...
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Meet Dustin Burrows, Texas’ new House Speaker and one of the most powerful people in the state
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who heads the Texas Senate, opposed Burrows’ run for Speaker. He has since released a statement saying ...
Navasota ISD weighs in on school vouchers, budget hopes amid Texas' 89th Legislative Session
The fight over school choice and funding in the 2023 legislative session led to no school vouchers and no additional funding ...