Runoffs keep coming.
Yesterday, Governor Abbott set March 5th as the date for the special election runoff in HD 145 (Houston) between Democrats Christina Morales and Melissa Noriega. Another runoff is also necessary for HD 125 in San Antonio. Last night Republican Fred Rangel and Democrat Ray Lopez were the top two vote earners, putting them in a runoff situation. To read more…
Senate property tax proposal on the move.
Monday the Senate Committee on Property Tax voted SB 2 by Chairman Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston) out of committee. A major amendment adopted in committee was the ability for smaller taxing entities to opt in to the 2.5% cap on tax rate increases. At the time of writing, SB 2 has not been scheduled for debate on the Senate Floor. To read more…
Rep. Art Fierro sworn in.
Tuesday, Democrat Art Fierro was sworn in as the newest Texas House member, joining the El Paso delegation. Fierro represents House District 79, formerly represented by Rep. Joe Pickett (D-El Paso). To read more…
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