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State’s top elected officials take oaths of office

5 years 10 months ago By News Staff

AUSTIN — Public officials and private citizens gathered at the south steps of the state Capitol on Jan. 15 for a day’s worth of inaugural events, most notably the administering

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

5 years 10 months ago By News Staff

I remember so many years ago when my grandson, who is now nearly 13, was watching me put on makeup. He sat there on the sink watching every move I made.

A new Speaker, a new direction for Legislature

5 years 10 months ago By News Staff

With the unanimous election by the Texas House Representatives of Dennis Bonnen (R-Angleton) to be Speaker of the House, and the inauguration of Governor Greg Abbott, the 86th session of the Texas Legislature has begun.

VIEWS

5 years 10 months ago By News Staff

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The Wall Street Journal on Rep. Ocasio-Cortez supporting a 70 percent tax rate:

Texas Senate releases new appointments to committees

5 years 10 months ago By News Staff

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick today announced Senate committee appointments that will examine legislation policy in Texas for the next two years.

Here are the 16 lawmakers that are chairing the committees:

SHUTDOWN

5 years 10 months ago By News Staff

The impact of the government shutdown that began December 22 has its greatest direct effect on employment in metropolitan areas, where federal jobs are in abundance, and there is a greater need for government services.

THINKING IN TYPE

5 years 10 months ago By News Staff

I got another of those embarrassing emails that was full of potty talk. It was filled with content and discussion that should always remain behind closed doors.