texas politics

Texas Energy Fund Approves Two New Projects

Two years after Texas lawmakers created the $7.2 billion Texas Energy Fund to aid in the construction of new natural…

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Texas House Advances Bill to Cap Local Property Tax Growth at 1%

The Texas House passed a bill aimed at tightening restrictions on how much property tax revenue cities and counties can…

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Ted Cruz Endorses Chip Roy for Texas Attorney General

Senator Ted Cruz (R) has officially endorsed Rep. Chip Roy (R) in the 2026 race for Texas attorney general, backing…

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LONESTAR — 8.26.2025 — Texas Lobby Guide Celebrates Two Year Anniversary — Texas Republicans Pass New Congressional Map — and More...

Two years after launching what began as a side project, brothers Dain and Adison Denham have grown the Texas Lobby…

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Patrick Backs Bill to Ban Fundraising During Special Sessions

State Senator Paul Bettencourt (R) plans on introducing a bill that would curb political fundraising during special legislative sessions, and…

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Paxton Files Emergency Motion to Defend Tarrant County Jurisdiction Amid Legal Clash with Beto O’Rourke

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) has filed an emergency application for a temporary restraining order in Tarrant County District…

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Texas Republicans Pass New Congressional Map Amid Partisan Tensions

Texas Republicans approved a new congressional map that could significantly expand the GOP’s grip on the U.S. House. Passed along…

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Two Years In, A Lifetime to Guide: the Texas Lobby Guide is the Go-To Capitol Directory

Two years after launching what began as a side project, brothers Dain and Adison Denham have grown the Texas Lobby…

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Allred Campaign Cites Early Momentum in Senate Race

Former Rep. Colin Allred (R) is presenting himself as a formidable contender in the Texas Senate race, demonstrating resilience and…

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LONESTAR — 8.25.2025 — Abbott Announces $40M for Flood Recovery — Paxton Files Brief to Remove 13 House Democrats — and More...

Governor Greg Abbott (R) today announced a $40 million commitment to support long-term housing recovery in Kerrville and surrounding areas…

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