Author: Hannah Norton

Texas has removed more children from Medicaid than any other state, according to a new Georgetown University report.

Texas’ grid operator issued a “weather watch” ahead of high temperatures May 8, but officials are not asking Texans to conserve energy.

The new rules, which take effect Aug. 1, say schools cannot discriminate against LGBTQ+ or pregnant students. Texas is also suing the Biden administration over the changes.

The Texas State Teachers Association said it would pursue “substantial pay raises” for teachers and support staff during next year’s legislative session.

Texans can expect more 100-degree days and longer wildfire seasons in the coming years, according to a new report from the state climatologist at Texas A&M University.

Three Texans argued the state’s mail-in voting requirements discriminate against younger voters, who must provide a valid excuse, such as a disability or illness, to vote by mail.

For the first time, voters in Texas’ 50 largest counties will have the chance to elect three people to their local property appraisal district boards.

Citing concerns about a planned cement plant in Grayson County, north of Dallas, Patrick said no more permits should be issued for permanent cement plants until the Texas Legislature can evaluate the process in 2025.

The grants from the Texas A&M Forest Service are aimed at building and expanding forests in urban communities across the state.

The third-term Republican created a 57-item to-do list for senators to complete before the next legislative session begins in January. He previously appeared opposed to completely eliminating property taxes.