Jasper Scherer

The Democrats' short list of possible benefits: A leader who learned to keep promises, a chance at chairing committees, and what they see as more chances for a fairer playing field.

Surrounded by family, Rep. Dustin Burrows, R-Lubbock, speaks to the Texas House as its new speaker Tuesday during opening day of the 89th regular

Both chambers set aside $1 billion for a voucher-like education savings account program — double what was on the table two years ago — in a sign that supporters are emboldened after recent electoral gains.

Texas lawmakers are looking to spend billions of dollars over the next two years to create a school voucher-like program, cut property taxes, raise

Texas lawmakers are looking to spend billions of dollars over the next two years to create a school voucher-like program, cut property taxes, raise teacher pay, shore up water infrastructure and continue the state's border crackdown

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Texas State Bar seeks to dismiss lawsuit against Ken Paxton for challenging 2020 election

The state bar had sought to sanction Paxton, which could have carried a punishment ranging from a private reprimand to disbarment.

The State Bar of Texas on Wednesday moved to drop its lawsuit against Attorney General for his attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, extending for the once-embattled Republican leader.

Texas State Bar seeks to dismiss its lawsuit against Ken Paxton for challenging 2020 presidential election " was first published by The Texas