Ryan not seeking re-election.
U.S. Speaker of the House Paul Ryan (R-Wisconsin) will not seek re-election. Speaker Ryan just wrapped up a fundraising stop in Texas raising $4 million. This announcement could lead members of the Texas congressional delegation to seek positions in House leadership. To read more…
Longoria appointed to LBB.
Rep. Oscar Longoria (D-Mission) has been appointed to the Legislative Budget Board (LBB) by Speaker Joe Straus. The 10-member LBB recommends legislative appropriations for all agencies of state government, creating a starting point for the state budget. To read more…
Special election needed for Coastal Bend Congressional District.
Friday, U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold (R-Corpus Christi) resigned, although he originally said he would serve the remainder of his term. Because it is too late to hold an election for Congressional District 27 on the next uniform election date (May 5th), Governor Abbott will need to call a separate special election to fill the seat for the rest of this term. A runoff for the Republican primary for this district is May 22nd. To read more…
Only in Austin…
Athena, the Wildflower Center’s resident horned owl, returned in February to nest near the entrance once again. In the last couple of weeks, two owlets have been spotted. These owlets will remain in the nest for 6-7 weeks before setting out as fledglings. It’s not too late to visit Athena and her owlets, but you’ll want to do it soon. To read more…