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Proposals that would require judges to deny bail in certain cases; expand a list of offenses for which defendants could not be released on low-cost bonds; and prohibit local governments from using public money to cover bail costs received bipartisa…

House Bill 46 would nearly double the number of conditions eligible for the state’s Compassionate Use Program, expand the number of licensed medical cannabis dispensaries in Texas and allow doctors to prescribe more types of products. The bill was …

With less than three weeks remaining in the regular legislative session, Texas lawmakers are working on competing legislation aimed at eliminating the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, adjusting the state’s public school accountabil…

Amid growing electric demand, Texas lawmakers are working on legislation that would increase regulations on large electric consumers, including data centers. Critics said the bill could have unintended consequences for public safety and hinder new …