A Democratic state lawmaker on Monday kicked off efforts to force a discussion about climate change in Texas, but he faces an uphill battle in a state where most Republican leaders don’t believe it is a problem.
Energy
In-depth reporting on oil, gas, renewable power, and policies shaping the future of energy in Texas from The Texas Tribune.
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New in Trib+Water: Pumping and Its Consequences
In this week’s edition of the Trib+Water newsletter: More on the Hays County water wars, aquifer pumping’s effect on recreational spots and an interview with Clint Wolfe of the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Dallas.
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Energy
The Brief: Feb. 25, 2015
Texans in this month’s University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll made clear that the property tax is their least favorite. The only other tax to be disliked by voters more than it is liked is the business margins tax.
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Energy
Despite Low Prices, Texas Oil Group Stays Optimistic
Texas’ oil and gas industry is touting its record-breaking 2014 contributions to state and local government coffers, an effort to stay positive amid 2015’s far gloomier revenue outlook.
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Energy
The Brief: Feb. 24, 2015
This month’s University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll explored registered voters’ views on carrying handguns in public, finding a strong plurality of 45 percent supporting the current legal framework of licensed concealed carry.
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The Brief: Feb. 23, 2015
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker are the co-favorites among Texas Republicans to take their party’s nomination for president, according to the latest University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll.
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Return to Disappearing Rio Grande Expedition
To report on and understand the haphazard irrigation system the Rio Grande has become and the changes it is going through, Colin McDonald decided the best approach would be to travel the length of the Rio Grande by foot and small boat. Relive his journey here.
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Energy
Legislation Would Let Tesla Sell in Texas
A group of state lawmakers have filed legislation that would allow Tesla to sell its luxury electric cars at as many as 12 stores in Texas, renewing the California-based company’s challenge to a state law protecting franchised auto dealers.
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Energy
Lawmakers Asked to Boost Parks Funding
State parks are crumbling under the weight of decades of deferred maintenance. Lawmakers and state officials say they desperately need a funding boost from the 84th Legislature — and not just for the next two years.
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Energy
The Brief: Feb. 19, 2015
Senate budget writers on Wednesday lit into Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Kyle Janek, a former senator himself, in a hearing that concluded with another call for him to resign.
