Preemption: the paid sick leave version.
Governor Abbott has thrown his support behind legislation filed by Sen. Brandon Creighton (R-Conroe) and Rep. Craig Goldman (R-Fort Worth) that would prevent cities and counties from adopting local paid sick leave ordinances. San Antonio and Austin have adopted ordinances that would require businesses to provide paid sick leave for employees. To read more…
Clock on redistricting order is ticking.
Last year, a federal court in San Antonio ruled that House District 90 must be redrawn before the 2020 election. The court also gave the Legislature a 45-day deadline once session convened. Tomorrow is the 45-day mark, and no proposal has been filed yet. Redistricting maps move through the legislative process just like bills. To read more…
Property Tax Primer.
Property Tax reform is front and center this session. Here is a handy primer on how your property tax is currently calculated. To read more…
Only in Austin…
You never know who you will spot in the gallery of the Texas House. This week El Paso’s mascot, Amigo Man, brightened up the House. To read more…