“As a lifelong Catholic, I join millions around the world in mourning the passing of Pope Francis. He was a courageous and compassionate leader who advanced justice and championed unity across borders. At a time when respect, peace, and basic […]
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Sen. Cruz, EPA Administrator Zeldin Visit West Texas to Promote American Energy Dominance
MIDLAND, TX – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), joined by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin, on Thursday conducted a series of events focused on unleashing American energy, including visiting a Permian Basin oil and gas rig, conducting a […]
SBA Offers Relief to Texas Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Heat and Winds Low interest disaster loans now available
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Texas who sustained economic losses due to heat and winds occurring June 1 through […]
Bettencourt’s SB 569 Virtual Learning Bill fully extends Public Education into the 21st Century
Education Enhancement Passes House 109-32, Expanding Learning Options for 51K+ Texas Students SB 569 is the 2nd Bill to Pass Both Chambers and Head to the Governor Desk for Signature Austin, TX – Senator Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston) announced today that […]
Over 26,000 Jobs Added as Texas Labor Market Continues Growth Streak
AUSTIN ⎯ Texas’ economy continued its strong performance in March, with the labor market achieving record highs in both total jobs and the size of the civilian labor force. Texas added 26,500 positions over the month to reach a total […]
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues City of Dallas for Banning Guns on Public Property in Violation of Texas Law
AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed two lawsuits against the City of Dallas for banning lawful license holders from carrying handguns into Fair Park’s Music Hall and The Majestic Theatre in blatant violation of Texas law. The City […]
Galveston College Showcases Welding Technology Program and Invites Prospective Students To Schedule a Campus Tour during National Welding Month in April
GALVESTON, Texas (April 17, 2025) – Galveston College Welding Technology faculty, staff and students are celebrating National Welding Month this April. Prospective students, parents, guardians, high school counselors and employer partners are invited to schedule a tour of the Galveston College Charlie Thomas […]
SB 1962 passes Senate to Restore A–F Ratings & Stops Taxpayer-Funded Lawsuits
Sen. Bettencourt Champions for Texas families knowing truth about their ISD school performance Austin, TX – Today, the Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 1962 by Senator Paul Bettencourt, that would restore the Texas’ A–F Public Education Accountability System and halt […]
Statement From Speaker Burrows on House’s Passage of School Choice Legislation
AUSTIN, Texas – Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows today released the following statement after the House voted to approve Senate Bill 2, establishing an Education Savings Account (ESA) program and “school choice” in the State of Texas: “Today […]
Speaker Dustin Burrows Praises House’s Passage of Landmark School Finance Bill
HB 2 invests a new $7.7 billion into public education—the largest increase in Texas history AUSTIN, Texas – Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows today praised the Texas House for passing House Bill 2, the chamber’s landmark school finance […]
