Child Welfare Overhaul Proposal Moves Forward

Governor Greg Abbott named it his "number one emergency item" during his State of the State speech in January.

Texas Legislative Issues/News Regarding Mental Health

Often taking a backseat to a number of other policy issues, mental health policy is arguably one of the most important legislative issues currently discussed.

Convention of States Resolution Moves Forward

Lt. Governor Patrick also lists a Convention of States as one of his top priorities.

State Government Considers Anti-Sanctuary Bill

State Senator Charles Perry introduced the bill, known as Senate Bill 4. If it passes, Senate Bill 4 will place sanctions on any Texas cities

Removing Non-Killers From Eligibility For Death Penalty

House Bill 316 aims to change the way that the law of parties is applied in the case of killings and resultant death penalty sentences.

Texas Legislative Issues/News: School vouchers

The idea is that the state government would dole out money to each student who chooses to attend a private school instead of a public school.

Weapons at Work: Texas Law and Business Policy

With both constitutional & statutory protections for citizens to carry arms, businesses are faced with walking a fine line.

 Will BART Reduce Big Bend Haze?

Long term sustainability of the power grid, along with looming health concerns and climate change lead to opportunity for energy entrepreneurs.

China In Texas Legislative Issues/News

Gov. Greg Abbott and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz had to weigh the impact of such a meeting on business relations with both the People's Republic of China and Taiwan.

85th Legislature Considers Measures to Protect Elders from Financial Exploitation

Elders often do not report instances of financial exploitation

Texas Legislative Issues/News: Dealing with faithless electors

State Senator-Elect Dawn Buckingham of Lakeway filed Senate Bill 394, which is also known as the Texas Elector Accountability Act.

Texas Legislative Issues/News: Lawmaker Seeks to Make Texas A 'Constitutional Carry' State

State Rep. Jonathan Stickland has filed legislation (HB 375) that seeks to allow Texans to carry a firearm with or without a concealed carry permit.

Texas Legislative Issues and News for January 2017

the state legislature hopes to change that when it convenes January 10, 2017 for the 85th legislative session

Pension Funding: Is 80% Funded Healthy?

Pensions funds with an 80% funding ratio are described as healthy, but the American Academy of Actuaries disputes that standard.

Building Schools in the Developing World: A Primer for Businesses

Businesses that strive toward excellence usually try to live by a moral and ethical code that includes contributing to the greater world.

Land Development in Floodplains: Technology to Guide State

Land use and development in areas that experience seasonal or periodic flooding are complicated.

"Robin Hood" Faces Scrutiny Again in 2017 Session

Pressure is mounting on the legislature to make changes to the system when it convenes in 2017

Quantum Leaps Initiative Funded by UT Regents

The system-wide goals of the initiative are designed to move the UT system into a position of excellence among the nation's university systems.

Texas State Planning for Autonomous Transportation

Texas Transport research into autonomous technology shows that the field is rapidly progressing.

Three MORE Important Questions to Ask before Hiring a Lobbying Firm

A Texas government relations firm lists helpful questions that every company should ask before hiring a lobbyist or lobbying firm.

83rd Texas Legislature - Bill Filings

Track bills as they're filed by the 83rd Texas Legislature. Search by subject, chamber or legislator.