Texas Legislature 2025

The bill contains many provisions legal experts say are likely unconstitutional, including one that says it can’t be challenged in state court. Full Story 

Texas’ newest Republican megadonor Alex Fairly got a look under the hood of Texas’ far-right political machine, and didn’t like what he saw. Here are six takeaways from his exclusive interview with The Texas Tribune. Full Story 

Lawmakers in 2017 took a major step to end most child marriages. However, emancipated teenagers 16 and older can get married. Full Story 

The bill would bar those under 18 from checking out books with sexually explicit material without parental permission. Full Story 

The group from Johnson County waited 18 hours to testify at a hearing that started at 1 a.m. on a bill to limit toxic chemicals in fertilizer. Full Story 

Texans pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the country, putting lawmakers under pressure to tackle rising costs. Full Story 

The legislation had only pertained to countries the government deemed national security threats. A last-minute change would let the governor add more countries to the ban. Full Story 

Fairly, an Amarillo businessman, backed many candidates aligned with conservative West Texas billionaire Tim Dunn’s political operation in 2024. Now he’s disavowing what he says are dishonest and aggressive campaign tactics while pondering his path forward. Full Story 

Supporters said the bill would protect poll workers who continue to face violent threats. Full Story 

Students who are behind in third grade rarely catch up. Texas lawmakers want to intervene earlier. Full Story 

Opponents fear that fentanyl test strips will increase the usage of the deadly drug. Full Story 

According to ERCOT, the state’s energy demand may double in six years. Full Story 

While Gov. Greg Abbott steps up his push for stricter bail rules, critics seek a balance between the rights of the accused and the goal of keeping dangerous defendants behind bars. Full Story 

The bill would overturn a two-decade-old law allowing some undocumented college students to pay in-state tuition. Full Story 

The House’s version of the bill would strip it of several controversial provisions, including one that sought to stretch the state’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion. Full Story 

The Teacher Incentive Allotment gives raises to teachers based on performance. But it leaves out many educators and school staff who contribute to students' success. Full Story 

Texas lawmakers have sought to make it easier to build more homes — and harder for neighbors to block projects. Full Story 

Legislators in the House and Senate have reached an agreement on more property tax relief. But some critics worry the cuts aren’t sustainable forever. Full Story 

One proposal would allow the attorney general to sue cities and freeze sales tax revenues for up to 90 days. Full Story 

Texas will give participating families about $10,000 to pay for their kids’ private schooling. Other details about the program, set to launch in 2026, are unclear. Full Story