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politics4 months ago

Texas Democrat Nicole Collier protests GOP law enforcement escorts by staying overnight on House floor

Texas Democratic Rep. Nicole Collier was confined in the Capitol overnight after refusing to sign a police escort permission slip during a GOP-imposed surveillance measure following a Democratic walkout over redistricting plans. She and other Democrats returned to the House chamber, with Collier choosing to stay and sleep on the floor in protest, while most Democrats signed the escort permission slip. The escort requirement is set to expire after the House passes the congressional map.

via The Texas Tribune|
#capitol-confinement#democratic-walkout#nicole-collier
politics5 months ago

Texas Democrats Prepare to End Walkout Over Redistricting Dispute

Texas Democratic lawmakers, who had fled to Illinois to block a Republican-backed redistricting map, plan to return to Texas after the special legislative session ends on Friday, with the fight over the map likely to continue in court. The map could significantly impact control of Congress, favoring Republicans, but Democrats are also waiting for a counterproposal from California. Once enough Democrats return, the Republican-led map is expected to be adopted, potentially altering congressional districts.

via The New York Times|
#congressional-map#gerrymandering#politics
politics5 months ago

Texas Democrats flee to block redistricting, warrants issued for their arrest

The Texas House voted to issue warrants for over 50 absent Democratic lawmakers who left the state to block a GOP-led redistricting effort, with plans to arrest them within Texas, though most are out of state and unlikely to be apprehended. The move aims to force their return to establish a quorum for legislative proceedings, amid ongoing political tensions over redistricting and voting rights.

via The Texas Tribune|
#democrats#legislation#politics
politics1 year ago

"Texas House Shaken by Record GOP Primary Upsets and Rightward Shift"

The Texas House is expected to shift further to the right after a record number of GOP incumbents were ousted in the primary elections, with firebrand Republican candidates likely to replace them. The anti-establishment energy was fueled by disputes over the Legislature's functioning and the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton. Governor Greg Abbott's efforts to purge Republicans who opposed his school voucher push also played a role. The primary results signal a potential cultural change in the House, with incoming freshmen likely to bring a more conservative and uncompromising style to the chamber, potentially reshaping it in the image of the more conservative Senate.

via Houston Chronicle |
#conservative-shift#gop-primary-upsets#politics
politics1 year ago

"Texas GOP Leaders' Successful Purge in Primary Election"

In the Texas House, nine Republican incumbents lost their seats and eight more were pushed into runoffs, with nearly one in five state representatives potentially being newbies next year. The bloodbath was caused by Republican-on-Republican violence, as Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton broke with precedent by targeting their own party members. Abbott's efforts paid off as five incumbents he challenged over vouchers lost their primary bids, while Paxton's picks beat Abbott's in two races. House Speaker Dade Phelan, who led Paxton's impeachment, was forced into a runoff, and former President Donald Trump endorsed candidates who won in 11 races.

via KUT|
#dade-phelan#greg-abbott#ken-paxton
politics1 year ago

"Texas House GOP Primaries: Abbott, Paxton Declare Victory as Speaker's Seat Heads to Runoff"

Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton celebrated a victory as at least nine House Republicans lost their primaries, with another eight forced into runoffs, including House Speaker Dade Phelan. The results signal a shift towards more conservative policies in the Texas House, with a potential embrace of school vouchers. Abbott and Paxton endorsed challengers in numerous races, targeting incumbents who were seen as disloyal to the party. The outcome suggests a more conservative House membership, potentially enabling public funding for private schools. Paxton's campaign to oust House incumbents who supported his impeachment last year had mixed success, while Abbott and Paxton occasionally backed different candidates, resulting in both wins and losses for their chosen candidates.

via The Texas Tribune|
#conservative-challengers#greg-abbott#ken-paxton
politics1 year ago

"Texas School Voucher Battle: Abbott's Allies, TikTok Billionaire, and H-E-B Heir Clash"

Texas Governor Greg Abbott vowed to campaign against anti-voucher GOP House members who blocked his priority voucher bill from passing into law last year, spending $4.4 million in the past month against incumbent House members and appearing repeatedly in their districts to endorse their opponents. However, six anti-voucher House GOP incumbents have managed to sidestep Abbott’s wrath, leaving their pro-voucher challengers wondering why they didn't receive the coveted Abbott nod. The reasons for Abbott's endorsement decisions remain unclear, with some speculating personal history, political strategy, or the risk of backing candidates unable to win against incumbents.

via The Texas Tribune|
#endorsements#greg-abbott#politics
education2 years ago

"Texas Republicans Divided on School Vouchers as Rural Opposition Grows"

All but two members of Bexar County's Texas House delegation voted in favor of an amendment to strip language regarding education savings accounts (ESAs) from a larger public education funding bill, effectively shutting down the creation of a state ESA program. ESAs would have provided taxpayer money for students to pay for private school tuition or other education-related expenses. The amendment's approval sends the bill back to committee, leaving its future uncertain. Governor Greg Abbott, who supports using taxpayer money for private school tuition, has stated that he plans to call lawmakers back for additional special sessions until an ESA program is approved.

via San Antonio Report|
#education#education-savings-accounts#private-schooling
immigration-law2 years ago

"Texas House Advances Strict Immigration Laws, Empowering Officers to Arrest Migrants and Expand Border Wall"

The Texas House of Representatives is considering SB 4, a bill that would create one of the strictest immigration laws in the US. If passed, the bill would authorize officers to arrest migrants suspected of unlawfully crossing into Texas and create new state crimes for illegal entry or re-entry. It also allows judges to order some migrants to return to the country they crossed from instead of prosecution. Critics fear the bill would lead to racial profiling, violate constitutional and international protections, and potentially separate families. The bill may also prompt a challenge to a 2012 Supreme Court decision on immigration enforcement.

via ABC News|
#immigration-enforcement#immigration-law#migrants
politics2 years ago

Texas House Fails to Pass School Vouchers or Border Security in Third Special Session

The Texas House adjourned its third special legislative session without passing school vouchers or border security bills, which were Governor Greg Abbott's top priorities. The session was marked by bitter infighting between Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dade Phelan, resulting in only two out of the initial five items on the governor's agenda being passed. Abbott plans to call a fourth special session, but breaking the stalemate is uncertain. The House's inaction on vouchers strained the relationship between Patrick and Phelan, and several border security bills also failed to pass. Abbott now faces the prospect of a fourth special session where lawmakers will focus on issues other than his top priority.

via The Texas Tribune|
#border-security#governor-greg-abbott#politics
education2 years ago

"Texas House Considers Funding Boost and School Choice in Voucher Bill"

The Texas House has released a revised education bill, HB 1, that includes increased funding for public schools and accountability measures for students in a potential voucher program. The bill offers more money to schools, increases the basic allotment per student, and adjusts for inflation. The new version of HB 1 expands eligibility for the voucher program to all Texas students, with priority given to low-income students and those with disabilities. The bill also includes accountability provisions, such as standardized testing and potential removal from the program for students with failing grades. However, private school advocates and the Senate oppose assessments for voucher program participants. The bill also includes a one-time bonus for teachers, increased special education funding, and measures to address teacher shortages.

via The Texas Tribune|
#accountability-measures#education#education-bill
politics2 years ago

Texas House Takes Bold Steps to Strengthen Border Security and Immigration Laws

The Texas House passed two immigration bills, one allocating over $1 billion for additional border barriers and another increasing penalties for human smugglers. The debate on a third bill, which would empower police officers to apprehend and send back migrants who cross the border illegally, was interrupted by a motion to block new amendments. Lawmakers are continuing their efforts to deter illegal immigration at the Texas-Mexico border, with Governor Greg Abbott's Operation Lone Star. Critics express concerns about potential wrongful arrests of U.S. citizens and the effectiveness of deterring major smugglers.

via The Texas Tribune|
#border-barriers#debate#human-smugglers