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Data centers are booming in Texas. What does that mean for the grid?

As energy demand surges, largely due to crypto mining facilities, data centers and industrial electrification, Texas officials are looking at how to increase supply and shore up the grid.

The Texas Tribune

Texas budget writers prioritize school vouchers, teacher raises and border security in early drafts

Both chambers set aside $1 billion for a voucher-like education savings account program — double what was on the table two years ago — in a sign that supporters are emboldened after recent electoral gains.

The Texas Tribune

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says Legislature should clarify Texas abortion law to protect mothers at risk

Patrick on Sunday said the Legislature should amend the language of the state’s near-total abortion ban to address confusion over when doctors may terminate pregnancies.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas Democrats hope to benefit after boosting Dustin Burrows to House speaker

The Democrats’ short list of possible benefits: A leader who learned to keep promises, a chance at chairing committees, and what they see as more chances for a fairer playing field.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Foresees Strong Revenue, Full Rainy Day Fund. Who Will Benefit?

In his biennial budget projection, Comptroller Glenn Hegar says the state will have a healthy surplus, plus a full economic stabilization fund for the first time in history.

Texas Observer

The Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching.

From debating school vouchers and improving the state’s water supply to reining in property taxes, the GOP-led body will look to pass its conservative priorities amid fighting within the party.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Legislature 101: How bills become laws — and how you can participate in the process

Here’s a rundown of how legislation moves through the Capitol, the ways lawmakers operate and who the power players are.

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Dan Patrick Latest to Say Tom Brady Will Leave FOX Announcing Role After Super Bowl

This is becoming a trend.

Sports Illustrated

Cam Skattebo Explains Impressive Audible He Called on Trick Play Touchdown Pass

The Sun Devils running back did it all in the team's near-upset of the Longhorns.

Sports Illustrated

Why were border wall materials put up for auction? Here's what you should know.

Some Texas lawmakers including Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick slammed the Biden administration over the auction of wall materials. But the sale was directed by Congress — and Texas has already bought some of it.

The Texas Tribune

Julian Edelman Questions 49ers' Value of Brock Purdy's Potential Contract Extension

Julian Edelman is questioning how much the San Francisco 49ers should pay quarterback Brock Purdy.

Sports Illustrated

An emerging Texas megadonor just pledged $20 million to “expand a true Republican majority”

Alex Fairly is an Amarillo businessman and father of a state House member who has previously given millions to West Texas A&M University, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Attorney General Ken Paxton.

The Texas Tribune

A school voucher program in Texas is more likely than ever. Can lawmakers craft a bill they agree on?

Some voucher opponents are ready to compromise; others are hoping supporters will fumble over the program's size, eligibility and accountability.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Lt Gov Vows to Buy Pieces of Texas Border Wall Auctioned By Biden Admin And Give Them to Trump

Dan Patrick is among the Republicans voicing his outrage over the Biden administration's alleged move

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GOP Leaders Infuriated by Reports of Biden Administration Quietly Selling Unused Border Wall Materials

Critics of the measure include Senators Ted Cruz and Eric Schmitt as well as Congressmen Eli Crane and Dan Crenshaw

The Texas Tribune

Texas professors self-censor for fear of retaliation, survey found

At least a third of respondents at UT-Austin, UT-Dallas and Texas A&M said they’re not sure administrators at their universities protect free speech on campus.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott signals support for David Cook over Dustin Burrows in GOP fight for House speaker

Days after the Texas House GOP caucus backed Cook, Abbott made clear that he expects Republican representatives to do the same.

The Texas Tribune

Texas lawmakers are scrutinizing university professors’ influence. Here's how faculty shape their universities.

Faculty senates have long played a key role in developing curriculum and protecting open inquiry. State leaders have also accused them of liberal indoctrination.

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GOP Of Texas Gears Up To Battle Cannabis Legalization

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick proposes Senate Bill 3 to ban THC products, intensifying the state's crackdown on cannabis reforms. They face local resistance.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Senate to pursue ban on THC products next year, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says

Patrick contends retailers have exploited a law passed in 2019 to sell unregulated and potentially harmful consumable tetrahydrocannabinol products.

The Texas Tribune

Could Texas do for Alzheimer’s research what it did for cancer?

Modeled after the state’s $6 billion cancer research fund, the dementia fund — a legislative priority for Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick — could pump hundreds of millions of dollars into Texas researchers.

The Texas Tribune

As Trump administration takes shape, Texas takes a back seat

So far Trump has looked elsewhere for his earliest cabinet and high-level staff appointments, in some cases passing over Texans who were in the mix.

The Texas Tribune

Texas’ top elected officials signal Texas could cut border spending after Trump takes office

With Donald Trump returning to the White House, Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick have both recently signaled new openness to winding down the state’ border security operation.

The Texas Tribune

Texas lawmakers target property taxes, abortion and gender transition care in first bills for the 2025 session

Tuesday marked the first day lawmakers could file bills for next year’s legislative session.

The Texas Tribune

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick names private school vouchers as his top legislative priority

School voucher supporters say they have the votes to get a bill across both the Texas Senate, led by Patrick, and the House, which has repeatedly blocked such proposals.

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