Texas Senate changes rules so Republicans can still bring bills to floor without Democratic support
January 14th, 2021By Alex Samuels, The Texas Tribune Jan. 13, 2021 “Texas Senate changes rules so Republicans can still bring bills to floor without Democratic support” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…
All Texas Democrats in U.S. House voted to impeach Donald Trump. No Texas Republicans joined them.
January 14th, 2021By Abby Livingston and Carla Astudillo, The Texas Tribune Jan. 13, 2021 “All Texas Democrats in U.S. House voted to impeach Donald Trump. No Texas Republicans joined them.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about…
In his first public appearance since Capitol riot, Trump visits Texas border to tout wall construction
January 13th, 2021By Julián Aguilar and Marissa Martinez, The Texas Tribune Jan. 12, 2021 “In his first public appearance since Capitol riot, Trump visits Texas border to tout wall construction” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about…
Where parents and students in Texas can turn for help with mental health concerns
January 13th, 2021By Aliyya Swaby, The Texas Tribune Jan. 13, 2021 “Where parents and students in Texas can turn for help with mental health concerns” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and…
Wendy Davis says Trump supporters harassing a Biden bus in Texas should have served as a warning before U.S. Capitol riot
January 12th, 2021By Kate McGee, The Texas Tribune Jan. 11, 2021 “Wendy Davis says Trump supporters harassing a Biden bus in Texas should have served as a warning before U.S. Capitol riot” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them…
Recession cuts how much lawmakers can spend with the next state budget, but decrease isn’t as bad as feared
January 12th, 2021By Mitchell Ferman, The Texas Tribune Jan. 11, 2021 “Recession cuts how much lawmakers can spend with the next state budget, but decrease isn’t as bad as feared” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about…
The Texas Legislature convenes for its 2021 session Tuesday. Here are 5 things to watch.
January 12th, 2021By Alex Samuels, Cassandra Pollock and Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune Jan. 11, 2021 “The Texas Legislature convenes for its 2021 session Tuesday. Here are 5 things to watch.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them —…
Mexican Government Provides Support
January 11th, 2021By Laura Nelson Thanks to the generosity of the Mexican government, 17 Sul Ross State Univ. Rio Grande College students have been helped with their educational expenses. José Luis Díaz Mirón Hinojosa, Cónsul Encargado in Del Rio and Ismael Naveja Macias, Cónsul in Eagle Pass and also representing Uvalde, presented…
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar Releases Biennial Revenue Estimate
January 11th, 2021(Press Release) (AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar released the Biennial Revenue Estimate (BRE) today, showing the state is projected to have $112.5 billion in revenue available for general-purpose spending during the 2022-23 biennium. The revenue estimate represents a 0.4 percent decrease from funds available for the 2020-21 biennium. This…
