state comptroller

Don Huffines, Christi Craddick and Kelly Hancock are talking more about fighting DEI, trans athletes and illegal immigration than the office’s traditional fiscal duties.

A judge ruled Senate Bill 13, passed in 2021, violated the First and Fourteenth Amendments. The law prevented state investments in firms it deemed as boycotting oil and gas companies.

The program will now only be eligible for service-disabled veterans. It will be called Veteran Heroes United in Business.

The state comptroller's office said it would stop issuing or renewing certifications under the Historically Underutilized Business program. Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock said it was the latest step toward ending DEI in Texas.

Glenn Hegar’s impending departure from the comptroller’s seat creates a rare opening for one of Texas’ coveted statewide offices.