Author: Hannah Norton

Visitors of Texas’ 89 state parks can submit photos taken throughout 2023 for the chance to win an H-E-B gift card, a curated experience at a Texas state park and more.

The multimedia campaign was first launched in Texas in 2019, leading to a 30% increase in calls to the National Human Trafficking Hotline. Over 1,600 victims were identified as a result.

The state is providing $148 million in salary increases in an attempt to attract skilled health care workers, fill vacancies and make more hospital beds available.

In recent years, more teachers have left their jobs at Texas public schools than ever before. A new bill aims to raise teacher salaries and help combat the statewide educator shortage.

The Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant program was created to support struggling businesses during a 2021 special legislative session.

Over 650,000 jobs have been added throughout the state in the past 12 months, according to the Texas Workforce Commission.

Over 650,000 jobs have been added throughout the state in the past 12 months, according to the Texas Workforce Commission.

The specialty license plate will be available for purchase on Feb. 20. Proceeds will help provide treatment, shelter and support for young survivors of human trafficking.

Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick were sworn in for their third terms Jan. 17. The officials highlighted their key priorities for the 88th Legislature, including the power grid, public safety and the border.