Legislature watchers report to Council - Austin Monitor
Rogers highlighted several overarching issues that could be a concern to local governments, including attempts to preempt the authority of Texas cities regarding regulations on guns or raising taxes.
This session saw legislative wins for child care providers and working parents - Austin Monitor
In our first session, to have this kind of accomplishment shows we've struck a nerve, identifying an issue that resonates with people, impacting families and economy.
"The challenge to running the Texas legislature now is balancing two things: The MAGA-influenced wing... and the real policy demands of a rapidly growing state."
Texas lawmakers moving to greatly increase control of state universities
Texas lawmakers are pushing for legislation that would enable state intervention in university curricula, raising concerns about academic freedom and faculty independence.