A spokesperson for Fermi says Perry can remain on the board until his successor is elected, and he remains eligible for reelection.
Economy
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Demographics
High housing costs cut into Texans’ income gains in 2025, new Census data shows
Incomes grew in some parts of the state and fell in others, according to new U.S. Census Bureau figures. Meanwhile, homeowners are paying more to keep a roof over their heads.
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Economy
Coalition in deep East Texas aims to build tech workforce, connect region
Led by community members from 11 counties, the group plans to address major concerns about broadband expansion and provide training on how to use technology.
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Texas affordability crisis
Texas SNAP participation drops to a 17-year low as the feds tighten eligibility
The state health agency is also processing 64% of food benefits applications in a timely manner — within 30 days — even though the required rate is 95%.
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Economy
Texas’ child care quality control measures played a role in enrollment cuts this fall
HB 2607 implemented quality control measures at Texas child care centers, but rising costs, a loss of federal funds and no additional state money has put a strain on the program, forcing cuts.
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Data Centers in Texas
Greg Abbott ordered a pause on data center permits. Critics say some plans still moved forward.
Public Citizen said the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality hadn’t stopped issuing data center permits as required. The agency said it was complying with the directive.
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Texas affordability crisis
Hundreds of thousands of potentially eligible Texas homeowners aren’t claiming their property tax savings
Homeowners aren’t claiming a homestead exemption because they do not know about it or find the process too complicated, experts say.
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Texas affordability crisis
Texas homeowners may be missing out on a major property tax break. Here’s how to claim it.
Hundreds of thousands of potentially eligible Texas homeowners aren’t claiming a homestead exemption, which shaves off thousands of dollars from the taxable value of a home. Here’s how to apply.
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2026 Texas Elections
Sid Miller stops short of endorsing Democrat Clayton Tucker for ag commissioner over Nate Sheets
Sheets, in response, called Miller the most corrupt figure in Texas government and considers his criticism a “badge of honor.”
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Politics
In Senate race, Paxton and Talarico each promise relief from rising energy costs in Texas
The candidates are miles apart on climate, but both are making affordability a central issue as Texans grapple with spiking prices.
