Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching.

The Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching.
From debating school vouchers and improving the state’s water supply to reining in property taxes, the GOP-led body will look to pass its conservative priorities amid fighting within the party.
The Texas Legislature Is a Mess. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Look Away.
Why should you, an upright, law-abiding person, pay attention to the Texas Legislature? It is a mess in the same way Sodom was a mess, and at the end of every session, for the ten years I covered it, I walked out with my gaze fixed ahead, certain I wouldn’t make the same mistake as Lot’s wife.
Texas legislative session set to begin; what you need to know about the first day
The eighty-ninth Texas state legislative session will begin as state representatives and senators decide on future laws over the next few months.
Texas State Representative shares why he proposed to partner on house floor, first day of legislative session
Texas State Representative shares why he proposed to partner on house floor, first day of legislative session.
Texas Legislature starts with vote for House Speaker
The 89th Texas Legislative Session started Tuesday, January 14, at noon with lawmakers taking their oaths at the Texas Capitol.
The Texas Legislature kicks off its new session today in Austin
It’s that time again: Today, the Texas Legislature gavels in to kickoff the 89th legislative session. State lawmakers will have just 140 days to debate and approve – or tank – any newly proposed laws for the Lone Star State, plus pass the state’s ...
Real Estate proposals to watch in this year’s Texas Legislature
Proposals on property taxes, price disclosure, foreign buyers and corporate landlords are among the bills to watch this session.
Texas Legislature is back in session. See photos from inside the Senate, House chambers
The 2025 legislative session gaveled to order Tuesday with lawmakers and top Texas leaders returning to Austin.
Texas Legislature's 89th session will start Tuesday. Who are key players you should know?
The 89th Texas Legislature will convene Tuesday. Here are some of the members who will help shape state policies.
Poll shows what Texas voters think lawmakers should be focused on this legislative session
The poll shows that when Texas voters were asked what they thought the Legislature's top priority would be, immigration or ...
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Texas Legislature 101: Learn how bills become laws and how voters can participate in the process
Texas’ 2025 legislative session runs from Jan. 14 to June 2. Here’s a rundown of how legislation moves through the Capitol, ...
Texas lawmaker Venton Jones proposes to partner on first day of 89th legislative session
The state Capitol hosts the Texas Legislature every two years, and the 89th legislative session started Tuesday. During a ...
Texas Restaurant Association outlines legislative priorities, focus on credit card fees
Texas lawmakers convened from across the state for the start of the 89th Legislative Session. This marks the beginning of ...
Texas Legislature returns Tuesday. Leadership battles, divisive issues await lawmakers
A staunchly conservative Texas Legislature will convene Tuesday for its 89th biennial session to tackle issues that touch the ...
Texas Pornography Law Challengers Face Tough Questions From Supreme Court
The justices heard arguments about whether they should uphold Texas' law requiring age verification to access online ...
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Texas should close prisons and jails with staffing challenges, state oversight panel says
A report found up to 70% of guard positions were unfilled at some prisons. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice has a 26% ...