School safety in the forefront.
Shortly after Governor Abbott released his proposal to address school safety, Speaker Straus and Lt. Governor Patrick tasked the House and Senate with developing their own proposals. Speaker Straus issued new committee charges to several committees and Lt. Governor Patrick appointed the Senate Select Committee on Violence in Schools and School Security. Both the House and Senate have scheduled committee hearings to begin next week. To read more…
Young temporary Executive Commissioner for HHSC.
Effective June 1, Cecile Young began as acting Executive Commissioner for the Health and Human Services Commission. She will lead the agency while a permanent successor for Charles Smith is sought. Young most recently served as Deputy Executive Commissioner for HHSC. To read more…
Kimmel v. Cruz
We’ve all heard about the Beto O’Rourke/Ted Cruz faceoff, but a more light-hearted competition between talk show host Jimmy Kimmel and Senator Ted Cruz has been scheduled for Father’s Day weekend. Cruz and Kimmel will head to the basketball court and the loser will donate $5000 to the non-political charity of the winner’s choosing. The hoop challenge is the result of Kimmel’s comment about Cruz’s attire at a recent Rockets playoff game. To read more…
Only in Austin…
The Elephant Room on Congress is one of those unique venues that helps give Austin its claim to fame as “Live Music Capital of the World.” The unassuming basement environment may not be glamorous, but the jazz and blues musicians who play the Elephant Room are exceptional. Come early for a seat close to the stage! To read more…