Texas Politics

Texas passed new laws limiting foreign ownership of land and criminalizing threats from hostile governments, aiming to safeguard property and infrastructure.

Senate Bill 8 and House Bill 8 aim to end STAAR testing by 2027, replacing it with shorter progress-based assessments and faster results.

Texas is facing a rising issue with nitrous oxide abuse. Senate Bill 666 aims to prevent its misuse by setting age limits and requiring warning signs at retail stores. The FDA also warns against the dangers of inhaling this substance.

Texas classrooms could look very different soon. From school vouchers to banned cellphones and religious texts, here’s what new laws mean for families.

Texas lawmakers passed two bills that could save homeowners up to $500 a year in property taxes starting in 2025. One more step awaits to make this a law.

There is a new bill in the Senate that would make it impossible for certain foreigners to purchase land in Texas.

A bill has passed the Texas Senate that would allow juveniles to be placed in adult prisons.

A bill in Texas aims to ban minors from social media. Will this protect youth or stifle their online expression?

Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently signed a version of Texas DOGE into law.

Did you know that releasing balloons can harm pets and livestock? Learn why Texas needs to reconsider this popular tradition for the sake of our environment.

A recent study reveals a stark age difference in Texas politics. What does it mean to have a big age gap in politics?

It's true, Texas cattle ranchers deserve their due credit for their incredible product. However, some, like the author of this story from The Independent, seem to feel that in the midst of more pressing issues, such as the worst measles outbreak in Texas in three decades, this might not be the most important concern.