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Sen. Mike Jackson R-La Porte on last regular day of the 82nd legislative session May 30th, 2011

Texplainer: Who’s Next in Line to Be Governor?

By Beth BrownJuly 12, 2011

Hey, Texplainer: Who becomes governor if both Rick Perry and David Dewhurst are elected to other offices? Citizens, meet state Sen. Mike Jackson.

Comptroller Susan Combs giving a biennial revenue estimate in Austin on Jan. 10, 2011.

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Texplainer: What are the State’s Events Trust Funds?

By Chris HooksJuly 5, 2011

Hey, Texplainer: What are the State Comptroller’s Events Trust Funds, and how do they work?

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Texplainer: How Much Does the Capitol Recycle?

By Ari AuberJune 23, 2011

Hey, Texplainer: How much does the Texas Capitol recycle during a legislative session? During this session, 72 tons of paper, plastic and aluminum, bringing in $12,000 to the fund that maintains state buildings.

Gov. Rick Perry ceremonially signed HB 274, which brings lawsuit reforms to Texas courts, including a loser pay system for frivolous lawsuits on May 30th,2011

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Texplainer: What Happens to a Bill Perry Doesn’t Sign or Veto?

By Beth BrownJune 23, 2011

Hey Texplainer: What happens to the bills that Perry doesn’t sign or veto? Gov. Rick Perry has vetoed and signed a multitude of bills this year, but to date there have been 27 he allowed to become law by default.

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Texplainer: Does TWIA Have Enough Money?

By Ari AuberJune 14, 2011

Hey, Texplainer: Does the Texas Windstorm Industry Association have enough money for this year’s hurricane season?

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Texplainer: Are Your Tax Dollars Paying for Sex Classes?

By Reeve Hamilton and Ingrid HusbyJune 14, 2011

Hey, Texplainer: Is is true that sex acts are being taught to college students at state-funded gender and sexuality centers?

House Speaker Joe Straus, left, Gov. Rick Perry and Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst at a post-session press conference on May 31, 2011.

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Texplainer: How Often Does Perry Veto Bills?

By Ioanna MakrisJune 13, 2011

Gov. Rick Perry is not shy when it comes to using his veto pen.

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Texplainer: Can the Lege Override a Veto After the Session Ends?

By Becca Aaronson and Thanh TanJune 8, 2011

Hey, Texplainer: Can the Lege override the governor’s veto of legislation passed in the regular session — once the regular session is over? The governor says no. But it’s murky. Two expert opinions offer somewhat conflicting views.