Texas legislature

The San Antonio Republican announced Monday on X that he will step down as he faced a possible House expulsion vote.

The boom in data centers, many to support artificial intelligence, could strain the Texas power grid and increase energy costs.

In an eight-hour committee hearing focused on fraud in social services programs, Texas lawmakers heard updates on how state agencies are responding to calls for stronger anti-fraud measures in programs like Medicaid and the Child Care Services program. The Wednesday hearing of the Senate Health and Human Services committee also included more than 50 Texans sharing concerns with state policymakers.

Texas has a 91% Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, accuracy rate — which could mean the state will be responsible for more than $700 million in benefits costs. If Texas has to cover part of the benefits costs, it would be the first time since the program started in the 1960s.

Hemp businesses also want to block a new rule that raises licensing fees by thousands of dollars.

The president could still weigh in over the next seven weeks. But his inaction before last month's dropout deadline has only hardened the rivalry.

Gov. Greg Abbott celebrated the announcement on Tuesday, crediting Texas’ legal environment. Exxon has based its operations in the Houston area since 1989.

Despite slow progress, casino empire Las Vegas Sands promised to continue investing in candidates who support bringing destination resort casinos to Texas.

Texas State Representative Brent Money has formed the Sharia Free Texas Caucus, aligning with previous efforts by Texas Republicans targeting the Muslim community.

School boards had until March 1 to decide whether to establish a daily period for students and staff to pray or read religious texts.