The regulation, set to go into effect Dec. 19, will prohibit hospitals, abortion clinics and other health care facilities from disposing of fetal remains in sanitary landfills.
Alex Samuels
Alex Samuels was a reporter for The Texas Tribune from 2017 to 2021. She helped with national campaign coverage, wrote stories about the intersection of race and politics in Texas, and covered the hottest political news bubbling out of local communities. She was also one of the primary authors of The Blast, the Tribune’s subscription-only daily newsletter for political insiders. Alex began at the Tribune as a fellow in 2016. She graduated in 2017 from the University of Texas at Austin’s School of Journalism. She originally is from Massachusetts and is the best pingpong player at the Tribune.
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The Brief: Trump reportedly taps first Texan for Cabinet position
NBC News reported Saturday that President-elect Donald Trump had allegedly tapped Exxon Mobil CEO Rex Tillerson to be his secretary of state. In a tweet Sunday morning, Trump called Tillerson “a world class player and dealmaker.”
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The Brief: Senator-elect says Patrick’s bathroom bill will focus on schools
Citing conversations with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, state Senator-elect Dawn Buckingham said that Patrick’s bill will not affect businesses and sporting venues.
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The Brief: State leaders consider binding presidential electors
Such a law would require electors to support the winner of the statewide popular vote — a regulation in 29 states.
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U.S. student math and science scores rising slowly
According to the latest Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), students in the U.S. and around the world are generally improving in math and science.
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Chicago public schools announce capital spending plan
Chicago Public Schools district released a supplemental budget for a slate of proposed projects that raises capital spending for the fiscal year to $938 million.
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The Bookshelf: Dec. 8, 2016
In this week’s Bookshelf, our content partner Kirkus Reviews highlights Lower Ed.
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School report cards not making the grade
Data Quality Campaign, a group that advocates for better use of student information, released the results of a study on education “report cards” developed by states.
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U.S. teachers lament limited flexibility in the classroom
According to a recent report by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), teacher autonomy is positively associated with teacher retention and job satisfaction.
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Sandy Hook parents launch public service campaign
The Sandy Hook Promise, comprised of families who lost children at the Sandy Hook school shooting, has launched a new public service campaign.