The Supreme Court recently made a big decision about Texas' new voting map. They said Texas can use its new congressional districts for now. This map could help Republicans win more seats in the House. But a lower court had said some of these districts were unfair because they were drawn based on ra
The recent federal spending deal has brought a significant change for the hemp industry, especially in Texas. A last-minute addition to the bill bans hemp products with more than 0. 4 milligrams of THC, the active compound in marijuana. This move targets a loophole from the 2018 farm bill that allow
A Texas megachurch is making waves in the political arena with a unique training program for Christian candidates. Mercy Culture, based in Fort Worth, has launched Campaign University, an online course designed to prepare Christians for roles in local and national government. The course, led by Texa
President Donald Trump recently urged Texas Republicans to redraw the state's congressional maps. This move aims to create more House seats that favor the GOP, helping them keep control in the upcoming midterm elections. Trump's push comes just before a special session of the Texas Legislature, wher
Texas is still a go for THC products. Governor Greg Abbott said no to a bill that would have banned all THC edibles. This means THC-infused vapes, gummies, and other goodies can keep selling. The bill would have been super strict, one of the toughest in the U. S. Why did Abbott veto it? Maybe he sa
Governor Greg Abbott made a bold move by vetoing a bill that aimed to ban THC products in Texas. This decision didn't sit well with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who had been a strong supporter of the ban. Abbott's reasoning? He believed the ban could lead to legal troubles and clash with federal laws. Inst
Texas Governor Greg Abbott made a big decision. He said no to a bill that would have banned all THC products in the state. This means people can still buy THC-infused vapes, gummies, and other items. The bill would have been one of the toughest in the country. It would have made it a crime to own,
Texas is buzzing with talk about school choice. The state's House Speaker, Dustin Burrows, recently declared that this legislative session is all about pushing for a private-school voucher program. He believes that the time has finally come for families to have more options in education. Burrows ma
In the heart of Texas, a critical election is about to take place. The Texas House, controlled by Republicans, is choosing its next leader. The candidates? Two conservative Republicans. But don't be fooled by their similar ideologies; the fight for this position has been fierce. Let's talk about th
You've heard of Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in DC. But what about Texas? State reps like David Lowe and Brian Harrison are talking about creating their own DOGE. They think the Texas Film Commission is a great place to start cutting waste. But can t
