The implementation of a robust but controversial conflict-of-interest policy at institutions in the University of Texas System that was originally scheduled for this spring has been delayed until at least September.
April 2013
Posted inState Government
Legislators Seek Action on Medicaid Fraud Measures
After the discovery that the state spent millions of dollars on fraudulent Medicaid dental care, lawmakers have filed a handful of bills to reform how Texas addresses the issue. But progress on those measures hasn’t been as swift as some would like.
Posted inState Government
Competition Between States Stirs Environmental Concerns
Texas and other states have attempted to lure business in part by promising relaxed environmental regulations. But economists warn that the race to loosen pollution rules may hurt states in the end.
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Politics
The Brief: April 25, 2013
The national spotlight turned to Dallas on Wednesday as a cavalcade of political stars began to descend on the city for the dedication of a new presidential library.
Posted in
Energy
A Hearing for Water, and Growth for Wind
A landmark water case pitting North Texas against Oklahoma goes to the U.S. Supreme Court next week. The Tarrant Regional Water District, which serves Fort Worth and the surrounding area, has sought more water from Oklahoma, but the Sooner State isn’t selling.
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Higher Education
Birdwell Not Giving Up on Campus Carry Legislation
Sen. Brian Birdwell, R-Granbury, said he is “disappointed and frustrated” that his bill to allow people with concealed handgun licenses to carry firearms in college campus buildings has not been scheduled for a hearing.
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Politics
Disclosure Bill Clears House Committee
Politically active nonprofits would be required to disclose their donors under a bill that passed handily out of a House committee Wednesday.
Posted inState Government
Agenda Texas: The Legacy of George W. Bush
On the latest Agenda Texas, from KUT News and the Tribune: The George W. Bush Presidential Center, which will be dedicated Thursday, displays Bush’s presidential legacy. But what’s his legacy as Texas governor?
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State Government
Perry Withdraws Texas Prison Board Nomination
Gov. Rick Perry withdrew his nomination of Annette Raggette of Austin to the Texas Board of Criminal Justice on Wednesday afternoon, citing conflict-of-interest concerns.
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The Evening Brief: April 24, 2013
Your evening reading: Hillary Clinton, Jeb Bush give dueling speeches in Dallas; Obama en route to Texas for fundraiser, Bush center dedication, West memorial; Czech Republic to send $200,000 to West