Abbott Signs New Texas Congressional Map Into Law

Governor Greg Abbott (R) has signed into law a newly redrawn congressional map for Texas, concluding a rare mid-decade redistricting process. READ MORE.

Attorney General Ken Paxton: "Very sad to learn today of the passing of my dear friend Jodie Laubenberg. Jodie and I were the best of friends. There will never be another Jodie. Texas as blessed to have her service. Praying today for all of the Laubenberg family."

Rep. Jasmine Crockett: "Trump and Republicans attack unions because they know organized workers are powerful. But let's be clear: workers built this country -- not billionaires. On #LaborDay, I stand with every worker demanding fair pay, safe conditions, and respect on the job. The fight for dignity is far from over."

Texas Democrats: "You didn't get the weekend, 8-hour day, or child labor bans because corporations were generous -- unions fought for them. The working and middle class thrive when unions are strong. That's why the rich fight unionizing. America is strongest when labor is strong."

Governor Greg Abbott: "This session will be remembered as one of the most consequential in Texas history. We made bold promises for the future of Texas. Today, many of these promises go into effect. Together, we will keep Texas safe, free, and more prosperous."

Abbott Signs New Texas Congressional Map Into Law — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Governor Greg Abbott (R) has signed into law a newly redrawn congressional map for Texas, concluding a rare mid-decade redistricting process.

Attorney General Ken Paxton Secures $720 Million Opioid Settlement — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) has announced a new $720 million multistate opioid settlement with eight pharmaceutical companies accused of exacerbating the nationwide opioid epidemic. The agreement, reached in collaboration with state attorneys general across the country, opens a sign-on period allowing local governments to participate in the payout.

Texas Free College Application Week Launches Statewide in October — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Governor Greg Abbott (R) and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) have officially declared October 13–19, 2025, as the first-ever Free College Application Week in Texas. This initiative, made possible through Senate Bill 2231, allows Texas residents to apply for admission to public colleges and universities in the state without paying application fees.

ExxonMobil to Add 700 Jobs in Texas with Major Facility Reconfiguration — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — ExxonMobil has announced a major reconfiguration of its Baytown, Texas complex that is expected to bring approximately 700 contracted jobs to the region. The project aimed at adapting to changing energy demands will increase the production of diesel and high-value base stocks, solidifying Baytown's role in the company’s evolving strategy.

Abbott Signs New Texas Congressional Map Into Law — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield

New Texas laws now in effect: list — By FOX Texas Digital, Steven Dial, and Barbi Barbee for KDFW

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