State Sen. Kevin Eltife, R-Tyler, has reportedly decided not to run for re-election in 2016, bringing to a close more than two decades in public service and setting off a potentially crowded GOP primary to replace him.
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Politics
Failed Attempt to Rebuke Lawmakers Riles GOP
The Texas GOP has abandoned an effort to issue an official statement on the 84th legislative session, divided over a proposed resolution that would have accused individual lawmakers of standing in the way of gun rights legislation.
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Energy
Water Conservation, Contract Bidding Bills Fall Victim to Abbott’s Veto
Gov. Greg Abbott has vetoed two more pieces of legislation in the wake of the 84th legislative session.
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Politics
Veteran Texas Strategist Joins Ohio Governor’s 2016 Campaign-in-Waiting
John Weaver, a veteran Republican consultant from Texas, has joined the political team of Ohio Gov. John Kasich.
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Politics
Meet the People Who Want to Put Rick Perry in the White House
A mix of veteran hands and relative newcomers are set to help former Gov. Rick Perry as he launches his second bid for the White House.
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Criminal Justice
Indictment Cuts Both Ways for Perry Bid
Former Gov. Rick Perry will formally step into the presidential race still under indictment for two felonies. The case, which once made Perry a cause célèbre in some circles, has become more of a headache as he seeks money and votes in a crowded GOP field.
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Intrigue Swirls Around Eltife’s Senate Seat
State Sen. Kevin Eltife, R-Tyler, has not yet said whether he is running for re-election in 2016, but that has not stopped a number of potential candidates from eying his seat, awaiting his final decision.
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Politics
Sen. Fraser Decides Against Running for Re-election
State Sen. Troy Fraser, R-Horseshoe Bay, announced Tuesday he is not running for re-election, bringing to a close a 27-year tenure at the Capitol.
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State Government
Abbott Vetoes Overdose Defense, Emergency Detention Bills
Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed two bills on Monday, including one aimed at encouraging people to call 911 during drug overdoses, even if they are in possession of illegal substances themselves.
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Politics
Out of Office, Perry Finds Ways to Make Money
Fresh off the state government payroll, former Gov. Rick Perry quickly turned to two tried-and-true ways of cashing in on a long career in public service: taking a seat on a corporate board and hiring out for speeches.
