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Legislative bill requiring sheriffs to assist ICE on way to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk
"First and foremost, it's about law and order," said state Rep. A.J. Louderback, a former sheriff. "That is what we have to ...
Texas Legislature sends public school funding bill to governor’s desk on last day of session
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - After the Texas House and Senate concurred with amendments made by the other chamber, the legislature ...
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Texas Legislature ends with Gov. Abbott facing big decisions on school vouchers, THC, and abortion
The 89th Texas Legislative Session concludes Monday with big moves on schools, THC, and abortion laws. Explore some of the legislation ABC13 has covered this session.
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Historic Texas Education Funding Bill Awaits Governor Abbott's Signature, Teacher Pay Raises and Special Ed Boost Included
The Texas House passed a public school funding bill that allocates $8.5 billion for education, with $4.2 billion for teacher ...
89th Texas Legislative Session ends with wins, losses, and unfinished business
AUSTIN, Texas (KBTX) - After 140 days of debate, the 89th Texas Legislative Session has officially wrapped, and lawmakers from the Brazos Valley are heading home with some big wind and a few bills ...
Bail reform legislation dies in Texas House. Will Greg Abbott call a special session?
Two resolutions that comprised a major part of a bail reform package are dead after the Texas House declined to pass them by ...
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Governor Abbott Appoints New Student Regents, Representative to Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Texas Governor Greg Abbott appoints eight student regents and one representative to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating ...
Greg Abbott declares victory in push to restrict bail, despite key setbacks
The governor called the proposal, including allowing judges to hold some defendants in jail, the 'strongest bail reform ...