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Texas GOP senator files bill to clarify abortion ban, expand protections in emergencies
A bill filed Friday and backed by top Republicans aims to give doctors more leeway to treat pregnant patients in medical emergencies.
Texas lawmaker introduces bill to clarify medical exceptions in state's abortion ban
A Texas lawmaker who helped pioneer the state's restrictive abortion laws introduced a bill on Friday to clarify medical exceptions allowed under the law, representing a pivot from Republican legislators who have defended the state's abortion ban in the face of lawsuits and medical scrutiny.
Texas politician introduces bill to ban 'non-human behavior' in schools
A new bill introduced in the Texas House of Representatives Thursday by state Rep. Stan Gerdes (R-Smithville)— which would be known as the FURRIES Act— seeks to ban "non-human behavior" in schools, including meowing or hissing, wearing leashes or collars, and the use of litter boxes.
Kentucky Lawmakers Add Specific Medical Exceptions to the State's Near-Total Abortion Ban
Republican lawmakers inserted several medical exceptions into Kentucky's near-total abortion ban on Thursday, seeking to offer clarity to doctors fearful of breaking the law for terminating pregnancies while treating expectant mothers with grave complications.
Alert: Texas lawmaker introduces bill to clarify the state’s abortion laws, citing confusion over medical exceptions
Texas lawmaker introduces bill to clarify the state’s abortion laws, citing confusion over medical exceptions. Got a question? Put a reporter on it. Ever think of a question that you wish someone would answer?
Texas Republicans seek to clarify when doctors can intervene under abortion bans
A Senate bill filed Friday does not expand abortion access, but aims to give doctors clarity while operating under laws that come with up to life in prison.
Texas lawmakers will debate saving state’s water supply after key legislation introduced
The state House and Senate have similar proposals to solve the water crisis, but there are stark differences on how to invest ...
Inside the Investigation: Texas bill could unlock ‘mystery’ of what happens to students in truancy court
A Texas senator is taking action after a KXAN investigation revealed that no state agency is tracking the thousands of ...
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Texas’ hemp producers and sellers say bill would cripple the industry
SB3 would ban the sale of consumable THC products, but cannabis reform advocates worry it would have far-reaching – and ...
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Texas House bill would weaken renters’ rights, advocates say
The proposal is part of a push by Republican legislators aimed at helping property owners deal with squatters.
Texas bill would give customers money back on botched rooftop solar jobs
It's the latest proposal in the Texas legislature to regulate solar companies. The bills aim to curb abuses exposed in a San ...
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Pair Of Bills Could Affect Legality Of Texas Poker Rooms
A pair of poker-related bills have been filed in the Texas house. However, they have completely opposite intentions. One ...
Reigning in Texas colleges with more oversight focus of priority bill
Faculty senates would have limited authority while governor-appointed boards would have more power, according to the Texas ...
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Texas lawmakers will debate saving the state’s water supply after key legislation is introduced
The state House and Senate have similar proposals to solve the state's water crisis, but there are stark differences on how ...
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick lays out second round of Texas Senate priorities. Here's the list.
Ten of Patrick's 40 priorities have already passed out of the Senate, including three of the items on the new list released ...