Author: Hannah Norton

In public remarks June 2, Texas’ Republican governor made it clear he isn’t afraid to call multiple special legislative sessions to pass priority bills.

Lake was appointed to lead the Public Utility Commission of Texas in 2021, following Winter Storm Uri. He will remain in his role through July 1 as a replacement is appointed.

The two Houston lawyers have over 100 years of experience between them. A date for the trial into the alleged misconduct of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton has not been announced.

After passing three bills requested by Gov. Greg Abbott, the Texas House abruptly adjourned May 30. The fate of those bills is now up to the Senate.

Priority bills on property tax relief, teacher pay raises and more did not pass during the 140-day regular legislative session. Officials said they expect Gov. Greg Abbott to announce a special session soon.

After various priority bills did not pass during the regular legislative session, Gov. Greg Abbott called a special session for lawmakers to discuss property tax relief and border security.

Paxton is one of three state officials to be impeached in Texas history. He will be immediately suspended from office as the Texas Senate conducts a trial.

Paxton is one of three state officials to be impeached in Texas history. He will be immediately suspended from office as the Texas Senate conducts a trial.

The Texas House is expected to vote on whether Paxton should be impeached on May 27. Only two state officials have been impeached in Texas history.

The Texas House is expected to begin debate on the proposed impeachment of Paxton at 1 p.m. May 27. The attorney general has been accused of multiple crimes during his time in office.