Shifting Staff in the Speaker’s Office.
In March 2016, Patricia Shipton will take over as Chief of Staff when Jesse Ancira steps down. Former state representative Allan Ritter will also come on board as Senior Advisor. To read more…
Movies. Not just for entertainment.
A court decision in American Multi-Cinema (AMC) v. Hegar, could cost the state $1.1 billion a year in franchise tax revenue. It all boils down to how the term “good” is defined for franchise tax deduction purchases. A “good” movie takes on a whole different meaning. To read more…
Mr. Abbott goes to Cuba.
Governor Abbott is wrapping up a business development trip to Cuba where he met with officials of Cuban’s Ministry of Foreign Trade and Investment as well as representatives of other Cuban economic institutions. First Lady Cecilia Abbott, the governor’s staff and economic development team, representatives from the ports of Houston, Beaumont and Corpus Christi, and Houston’s airports made up the 26 person entourage. To read more…
Only in Austin…
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Texas Capitol. The 26-foot tree from Marshall Cathey’s farm in Denison has made it to the House floor and will be adorned with ornaments from each Texas House District on Friday. The tree is on display from December 4th to January 3rd. To read more…