Revisit Our 31 Days, 31 Ways Series
Throughout August, The Texas Tribune featured 31 ways Texans' lives will change because of new laws that take effect Sept. 1. Take a look at what's in store. Full Story
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Abbott Courts Federal Health Care Money, Emails Show
A newspaper editorial prompted Gov. Greg Abbott to have aides research the finances of a Houston health insurance plan to see if some hospitals caring for poor and uninsured Texans are "rolling in dough," emails obtained by The Texas Tribune show. Full Story
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State Grant Program for Military Bases Gets Infusion of Funds
The state is refueling a grant program that helps the state's 15 military installations pay for facility upgrades. This story is part of our 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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Relaxed Food Stamp Rules to Help Felons
Starting Sept. 1, a new Texas law will allow people with felony drug convictions to qualify for food assistance, ending the lifetime ban they currently face. Supporters hope the change will reduce recidivism as it helps felons get back on their feet. Full Story
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Abbott Endorses More Abortion Restrictions
Responding to undercover videos of Planned Parenthood officials, Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday endorsed new laws to further tighten restrictions on Texas abortion providers, and possibly bar fetal tissue donation. Full Story
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Kyle's Brother, Father Say They Weren't Invited to Abbott Ceremony
The father and brother of Chris Kyle are saying they were not invited to a ceremony held Wednesday by Gov. Greg Abbott to honor the late Iraq War veteran of American Sniper fame. Full Story
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New Law Aims to Curb "Rolling Voting"
A soon-to-be law takes aim at "rolling voting," the practice of moving voting machines around more than usual during certain elections. This story is part of our 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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New Chapter Set to Begin for E-Verify Policy
On Sept. 1, all potential hires for any state agency or public university must have their work eligibility information run through E-Verify. If that sounds familiar, there’s a good reason. This story is part of our 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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Abbott Honors "American Sniper" With State's Highest Military Honor
Saying that Chris Kyle's "remarkable, selfless service may be unrivaled in the annals of our proud history," Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday posthumously awarded the late Navy SEAL sniper the state's highest military honor. Full Story
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Hegar Lets Abbott Vetoes Stand, Asks AG to Settle Dispute
Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced Wednesday he will not authorize more than $200 million in funds approved by the Texas Legislature but vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott as he waits for Attorney General Ken Paxton to settle the issue. Full Story
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TribCast: 2016 GOPers, Dan Patrick, Baylor, Susan Hawk
On this week's TribCast, Evan talks with Ross, Patrick and Matthew about the state of the Republican presidential campaign, Dan Patrick's about-face on Senate primary endorsements, what Baylor knew about Sam Ukwuachu, and the whereabouts of Dallas County District Attorney Susan Hawk. Full Story
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Texas to Move Forward With Cuts to Children's Therapy
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission will proceed with $100 million in cuts made by lawmakers to a therapy program for poor and disabled children, a spokesman said Wednesday afternoon. Full Story
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Employee Outsourcing Firms Get Tax Break
A politically connected group of businesses will soon be getting a tax break, but all the other employers in Texas will have to pay for it through slightly higher unemployment insurance tax rates. This story is part of our 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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Analysis: Reasserting Power, by Working to Concentrate It
An open-seat endorsement from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick could strengthen a conservative core in the Texas Senate, and with it Patrick's position in the Legislature and the Legislature's position in state government. Full Story
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Defying Pressure, Regulators Uphold Historical Racing
In a victory for racetracks and a rebuff to state lawmakers, the Texas Racing Commission on Tuesday declined to outlaw historical racing in the state. Full Story
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Lt. Gov. Patrick Endorses Hughes in Open Senate Seat
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who initially planned to stay away from endorsements in Republican primaries, said Tuesday he is backing state Rep. Bryan Hughes of Mineola in the Republican primary race to replace state Sen. Kevin Eltife of Tyler. Full Story
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Analysis: Texas Election Managers Are Partying Like It's 2012
Federal judges are deciding two major Texas election law cases. One in particular — over the political maps for state House and congressional districts — has officials thinking about 2012, when the courts delayed the primary elections. Full Story
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Study Finds Childhood Obesity Program Failed
A four-year, $37 million state program to improve physical education at high-poverty middle schools failed to reduce obesity rates, according to a study by the University of Texas at Austin. Full Story
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Budget Cuts Hit Film, Video Game Incentives
State lawmakers inflicted deep cuts on the incentive program Texas uses to lure film, television and video game productions to the state. Now, industry advocates say Texas-based productions — like the critically acclaimed Friday Night Lights — will be scarcer. This story is part of our 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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For Now, Texas Economy Shrugs Off Low Oil Prices
A barrel of West Texas crude is selling for near $40 these days, a roughly 60 percent plunge from the roaring summer of 2014. Drilling communities are worried, but state officials aren't sweating. Full Story
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