As 181 members of the Texas Legislature work during the 83rd session, use this application to navigate the Capitol and locate lawmakers’ offices.
Jan 8, 2013 11:32 am
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T-Squared
T-Squared: One Site Fits All
Starting today, the Tribune is a “responsive” website, meaning it automatically resizes to whatever device you’re on — and looks damn good doing it.
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For the 83rd Session, An Updated Directory
The Legislature is back for the 83rd time, and we’ve refreshed our directory of statewide officials and legislators. Many of the old names are here, and so are the names of the numerous freshmen.
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Higher Education
Community College May Not Lower Price of Degree, Report Says
According to a new report, students who try to save money on bachelor’s degrees by beginning at community colleges tend to borrow as often and as much as their counterparts who begin at a four-year university.
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State Government
Opening Day: Chambers to Set Rules, Pick Speaker
House Speaker Joe Straus faces a challenge on the first day of the 83rd Texas Legislature, and the Senate gets another run at a rule that empowers political minorities and sometimes frustrates majorities.
Posted inEnergy, Environment
State of Mind: Coastal Texans Push to Reform Windstorm Insurance
Texas’ coastal residents say repeat hikes in premiums by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association have pushed them to rally for change. One coastal lawmaker is preparing to file legislation that would overhaul TWIA.
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Watch the 83rd Legislative Session Live
Can’t get enough of the Texas Lege? Starting Tuesday, you’ll be able to view live video streams of the House and Senate on The Texas Tribune whenever the chambers are in session. The House and Senate convene at noon CST.
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The Brief: Jan. 8, 2013
Buoyed by positive economic news, the Legislature rides back into town today, with a daunting list of priorities in tow.
