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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he’ll push for special session if THC ban, bail changes fail

Only Gov. Greg Abbott can call for a special session. But in his role presiding over the Texas Senate, Patrick can block any bill from passing, giving him leverage to compel overtime sessions by killing must-pass legislation.

The Texas Tribune

Republican Abortion Laws Are ‘Torturing Women.’ Can the GOP Fix Its Own Crisis?

Too late for many pregnant Texans, lawmakers might finally clarify exceptions to the state’s deadly bans—but advocates fear the current bills could also pose a new threat.

Texas Observer

Billions more for tax relief and border security under budget approved by Texas Senate

Next step will be action in the state House, where budget writers have different plans for distributing property tax help.

The Texas Tribune

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John Calipari Makes Strong Statement Comparing Kentucky, Arkansas Amid NCAA Run

The Razorbacks coach seemed to brush off his former school's success this year.

Sports Illustrated

Paxton impeachment cost state $5.1 million, auditor report finds

The new finding is about 20% higher than previous estimates of the known cost of the effort to remove Paxton from office.

The Texas Tribune

Different pace and priorities separate Texas Senate and House on school vouchers

The gaps over eligibility and on spending levels are narrower than the fundamental differences of the previous session.

The Texas Tribune

Jackpot withheld, $83 million winner “caught in crossfire” amid lottery courier investigations

The winning ticket, purchased online through the courier Jackpocket, is being scrutinized by lawmakers concerned about the legality of third-party services.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas Senate passes hemp ban, a Dan Patrick priority

Patrick says the measure will shut down the dangerous THC products business. The House’s proposal would tighten oversight of the industry without a full ban.

The Texas Tribune

Minnesota Lawyers Reportedly Coordinating To Minimize Chances of ICE Enforcement Actions In The City

Leaked emails show how lawyers try do "do all we can to keep our clients safe in these difficult times."

Latin Times

Texas Republicans seek to clarify when doctors can intervene under abortion bans

A Senate bill filed Friday does not expand abortion access, but aims to give doctors clarity while operating under laws that come with up to life in prison.

The Texas Tribune

Texas AG Paxton Opens Probe on Dallas Police for Refusing to Cooperate with ICE: 'The Law is Not Optional'

Rather than immigration enforcement, The Dallas Police Department has initiated outreach events through its Latino Community Outreach Program, UNIDOS

Latin Times

Texas lawmakers are pushing harsher criminal penalties while prison and jail populations soar

Proposed legislation includes increased penalties for retail theft, car burglaries and forgery, among others.

The Texas Tribune

X reacts to Tiger Woods tearing his Achilles

X reacts to Tiger Woods tearing his Achilles. The injury reportedly happened during practice and Woods had Tuesday surgery,.

The Sports Daily

Casinos and sports betting won’t win approval in Texas House, group of GOP members say

Gambling critics hope the net loss of more than a dozen votes for sports betting — and 10 votes for casinos — will be enough to block any action in the Texas House.

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How state lawmakers are trying to crack down on illegal immigration

From requiring law enforcement agencies to cooperate with federal officials to forcing state contractors to use E-Verify to spot undocumented workers, here are the bills that could reshape the state’s immigration policies.

Sports Illustrated

Charles Barkley Seems Far From Thrilled With the ESPN-‘Inside the NBA’ Partnership

Barkley hasn’t been shy about voicing his displeasure with ESPN and TNT.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Senate advances bill to start a $3 billion dementia research fund

The legislation would require voters to approve the $3 billion start-up cost, and then the fund would be maintained at no more than $300 million annually.

The Texas Tribune

Hemp industry pushes back against Senate bill to ban THC

There is little doubt that a ban will sail through the Senate. But its prospects are far less certain in the House.

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Latin Times

Texas Republican Aims to Rename 'New York Strip' Steak to 'Texas Strip' While Remaining Quiet on Measles Outbreak

Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, a Republican, took to social media to announce legislation renaming a cut of beef from the New York Strip to the "Texas Strip", whilst having said nothing about the measles outbreak the state is currently battling.

The Independent UK

Texas Republican suggests renaming ‘New York strip’ to ‘Texas strip’ – as measles outbreak rages

Texas produces the largest amount of beef in the United States

The Guardian - US

Texas Republican focuses on rebrand of ‘New York strip’ steak to ‘Texas strip’ amid outbreak

As state grapples with worst measles outbreak in decades, Patrick homes in on resolution to ‘better market Texas beef’

Texas Observer

From Bullion to Bitcoin: Crypto Reserve Is Latest Fiscal Folly in Texas

Why?

The Texas Tribune

Texas leaders defend Black official after lawmaker’s public interrogation of DEI policies left her in tears

The topic was a budget request from a state agency. The exchange grew emotional when a lawmaker pressed for answers about a strategic plan that praises diversity.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Legislature proposes $400 million cut to higher ed as Dan Patrick threatens university budgets over DEI

At a public event last week, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said higher ed would get less funding if they don’t “kick DEI out of their schools,” a few weeks after lawmakers proposed a massive cut to public universities.

The Texas Tribune

Investigations into the Texas Lottery grow after courier controversy

AG Ken Paxton’s office joins two other investigations by state officials into the commission as one service suspends operations due to the agency’s ban.

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