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Joan Huffman Launches Campaign for Texas Attorney General

4 days ago | texasscorecard.com | Brandon Waltens

By | State Sen. Joan Huffman is officially running for Texas attorney general, joining what’s shaping up to be a crowded Republican primary for the open seat. The longtime senator—first elected in 2008 and currently serving as chair of the budget-writing Senate Finance Committee—announced her candidacy on Monday.
Patrick Accuses Abbott of Trying To Legalize Recreational Marijuana in Texas

4 days ago | texasscorecard.com | Brandon Waltens

By | In a blistering press conference following Gov. Greg Abbott’s veto of Senate Bill 3, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick accused the governor of effectively seeking to legalize recreational marijuana in Texas. “One can only come to this conclusion,” said Patrick.
Abbott Vetoes Proposal To Allow Teachers on Appraisal Boards

4 days ago | texasscorecard.com | Brandon Waltens

By | Gov. Greg Abbott has vetoed a bill that would have allowed public school teachers to serve on local appraisal review boards, siding with conservative lawmakers who argued the measure created a clear conflict of interest. Senate Bill 974, authored by Democrat Sen.
Late-Night Veto: Abbott Rejects THC Ban Bill

4 days ago | texasscorecard.com | Brandon Waltens

By | With less than an hour before the midnight deadline, Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed Senate Bill 3, legislation that would have banned the sale of THC-infused products across Texas. The veto comes after weeks of speculation over the bill’s fate, despite overwhelming support in the Legislature.
Gov. Greg Abbott Announces July 21 Special Session

5 days ago | texasscorecard.com | Brandon Waltens

By | Gov. Greg Abbott has announced that a special session of the Texas Legislature will begin on Monday, July 21, after he signed 1,155 bills and vetoed 26 others from the 89th Regular Legislative Session.
Abbott Backs Kelly Hancock as He Steps Into Comptroller Office

1 week ago | texasscorecard.com | Brandon Waltens

By | State Sen. Kelly Hancock has officially entered the race for Texas Comptroller with the backing of Gov. Greg Abbott, resigning from the Senate and being sworn in as chief clerk of the agency by outgoing Comptroller Glenn Hegar.
Texans for Lawsuit Reform Shakes up Leadership After Disastrous Legislative Session

1 week ago | texasscorecard.com | Brandon Waltens

By | Texans for Lawsuit Reform, the once-powerful and well-funded tort reform group that has long played a major role in state politics, is undergoing internal leadership changes after a legislative session widely seen as a failure for the organization’s agenda.
Attorney General Paxton Demands Austin End Contracts With Anti-Gun Companies

1 week ago | texasscorecard.com | Sydnie Henry

By | Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued a stern warning to the City of Austin, demanding that it immediately cease contracting with companies that discriminate against the firearms industry.
A Decade Later, State Charges Against Ken Paxton Officially Dismissed

1 week ago | texasscorecard.com | Brandon Waltens

By | After years of legal wrangling, the state has officially moved to dismiss the long-standing felony securities fraud charges against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Supreme Court Blocks Texas Lawsuit Over Nuclear Waste Site

1 week ago | texasscorecard.com | Brandon Waltens

By | The U.S. Supreme Court has tossed out Texas’ legal fight to stop the federal government from storing nuclear waste in West Texas, dealing a blow to state leaders who say the plan is dangerous and illegal.