New in The Texas Tribune:

• “Showing a degree of public adamance not seen much this session, House Speaker Joe Straus said the TSA anti-groping bill will never be considered on the House floor as written, and is 'nothing more than an ill advised publicity stunt.' The House's adjournment without considering the bill means it's unlikely the measure will pass before the special session ends." – Straus: TSA Bill an "Ill-Advised Publicity Stunt

• "Plans to build a coal plant called the White Stallion Energy Center near Bay City have stirred considerable controversy, as residents near and far worry about air ...

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