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Looking for information on how to prepare for a weather emergency? Or do you have questions about Texas politics? The Tribune offers several resources, such as explainers, guides, and articles to provide answers and equip Texans with the right context. You can browse our collection of articles to understand how Texas politics and policies affect you.
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What you need to know about Texas’ school safety policies
Texas lawmakers have mandated armed guards at every public school, panic buttons in classrooms and more staff training.
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What you need to know about toxic “forever chemicals” the EPA is restricting
The EPA recently set new limits on the toxic chemicals used to make everything from nonstick pans to firefighting foam. Here’s how to protect yourself and your family.
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2024 Texas Elections
Here’s how to vote in Texas’ May 4 local elections
Early voting runs from April 22-30. The last day to apply to vote by mail is April 23.
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Texas immigration law: Here’s what to know about SB 4
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed Texas to enforce its illegal entry law amid an ongoing lawsuit.
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Texas Abortion Restrictions
How to get birth control and emergency contraception in Texas
Contraception options are available through most health insurance plans and government-funded clinics.
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Panhandle Wildfires
Texas wildfires: how to help and how to stay safe
As firefighters work to put out the largest wildfire in Texas history, here’s a guide to fire weather watches, safety tips and how to find organizations collecting donations to directly help local residents, including farmers and ranchers.
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How Mexican citizens in Texas can vote in Mexico’s 2024 elections
About 240,000 Mexican citizens in Texas already are eligible to vote this summer, when voters could elect Mexico’s first female president.
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We the Texans
What are the most important issues for you in 2024? We want to answer your questions
We’re committed to supporting Texans throughout the 2024 election. Share your thoughts by using the form below.
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2024 Texas Elections
Here’s how to vote in Texas’ March 5 primary elections
The deadline to register to vote was Feb. 5. The last day to apply to vote by mail was Feb. 23. Early voting ended March 1.