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'So heartbreaking': Lee expresses concern amidst Israeli-Palestinian conflict, calls for two-state solution
By John Kelly | May 14, 2021
The Israeli government and Hamas recently began another conflict amidst the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.
'Texas supports law and order': New bill will impose more severe penalties for interfering with emergency vehicles
By Andy Nghiem | May 14, 2021
The Texas House of Representatives recently passed a bill to increase criminal penalties and make jail time mandatory for the crime of obstructing emergency vehicles.
'We must stand strong with Israel': Middleton denounces violence in Israel
By Andy Nghiem | May 14, 2021
Texas State Rep. Mayes Middleton (R-Wallisville) spoke out against the recent violence in Israel and called on the Biden administration to support the Israeli government.
'I pushed myself too hard': Creighton recovers after collapsing on Senate floor
By John Kelly | May 14, 2021
State Sen. Brandon Creighton has recovered after collapsing on the Senate floor on May 5.
Texas Central CEO tells Congressional Committee they're 'ready to break ground' on high-speed rail project
By Solange DeLisle | May 14, 2021
Texas Central President and CEO Carlos Aguilar has received accolades from U.S. Congressman Colin Allred (D-Dallas) for his recent address to the House Transportation Committee.
Houston homeschooled children may be able to participate in public school extracurriculars if 'Tim Tebow Bill' clears Senate
By Savannah Howe | May 13, 2021
A bill aiming to bring public school extracurricular activity opportunities to homeschooled children cleared the Texas House this week.
Activist: 'Hard to say' if Senate will block extension of tax abatements for wind, solar farms
By Mary Lou Lang | May 13, 2021
The Texas House's recent vote to extend Chapter 313 property tax abatements by school districts to big businesses has drawn the opposition of many conservative and liberal groups.
Lee concerned that U.S. troop pullout will negate 'progress that has been made'
By John Sammon | May 13, 2021
Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Houston) expressed concern in a tweet that if U.S. troops pull out of Afghanistan, the safety and social gains made by Afghan women will be put in jeopardy.
Sherman: 'I'm proud to author HR 186: Texas and Taiwan Sister-State Resolution"
By April Bamburg | May 13, 2021
The Texas House of Representatives is taking steps to strengthen the relationship between the State of Texas and the Republic of Taiwan, with the introduction of House Resolution 186: Texas and Taiwan Sister-State Resolution.
'I felt I needed to be on the Senate floor': Creighton collapses during gun bill debate
By David Beasley | May 13, 2021
As the Texas State Senate debated legislation May 5 allowing eligible gun owners in the state to carry firearms in a holster or concealed without a permit, Sen. Brandon Creighton (R-Conroe) collapsed.
Harris County Commissioners Court supports 'the posthumous pardon of George Floyd' in new resolution
By Christina Heath | May 12, 2021
The Harris County Commissioners Court approved a resolution on May 11 that posthumously pardons a 2004 drug conviction on George Floyd's record.
Fletcher: Child tax credit sets ‘children up for success’
By Tamara Browning | May 12, 2021
A United States Congresswoman from Texas is praising a part of the American Rescue Plan after an announcement from Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Charles Rettig saying monthly payments from the new child tax credit will start in July.
Abbott faces Huffines for third term as governor as he strives to 'finish the wall, lower taxes and protect elections'
By David Beasley | May 12, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has drawn opposition for a third term from within his own party over criticism that he was too slow in reopening the state during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 hospitalizations at Texas Medical Center up 2% over past week
By Houston Daily reports | May 11, 2021
A total of 626 COVID-19 patients were hospitalized at Texas Medical Center facilities over the past week, a 2 percent increase from the previous week, according to TMC affiliates in the nine-county Houston area.
'A solemn reminder': National Police Week begins in Texas in midst of loss of two police officers in the line of duty
By John Kelly | May 11, 2021
National Police Week runs from May 9 to May 15 this year.
Turner eyes progress toward 'a renewed sense of international climate cooperation'
By John Sammon | May 11, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner was one of 19 mayors of major cities around the world to participate in a virtual discussion on May 10 with Secretary of State John Kerry on how to deal with global climate change.
Texas Public Policy Foundation calls state House approval of election changes 'good first step'
By W.J. Kennedy | May 11, 2021
Election legislation approved by the Texas House late last week contained many of the changes sought by critics of what they view as loose voting procedures rushed into place during the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, they argue, the measures are still missing some critical provisions needed to re-instill public confidence in the voting process.
Crenshaw makes first appearance post-emergency eye surgery, hopeful to 'return to some sense of normalcy'
By Trina Thomas | May 11, 2021
After emergency surgery for a detached retina, Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) provided an update on his sight and recovery.
Texas House approves bill to ban homeless encampments, protect cities from 'violent or hazardous activity'
By Andy Nghiem | May 10, 2021
The Texas House of Representatives has approved legislation to ban homeless encampments in unapproved public spaces across the state.
'Texas is committed to eradicating human trafficking': House passes bill to raise minimum age of sex workers
By Andy Nghiem | May 10, 2021
To help combat human trafficking, the Texas House of Representatives has unanimously approved a bill to raise the minimum age of workers employed at sexually oriented businesses.