Here's how Texas House Democrats became the kingmakers in the race for speaker
Republican officeholders and GOP grassroots activists learn difficult lesson about meddling in the affairs of the Texas House ...
Texas Legislature's 89th session will start Tuesday. Who are key players you should know?
The 89th Texas Legislature will convene Tuesday. Here are some of the members who will help shape state policies.
Texas Republican Senators fill 68% of committee appointments
As President of the Texas Senate, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick (R) on Friday announced his committee appointments for the 89th ...
Hughes reappointed to chair of State Affairs, Jurisprudence
AUSTIN, Texas (KLTV/KTRE) - Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has reappointed State Sen. Bryan Hughes as chair of two committees. For the ...
Dan Patrick campaign says it has $33.5 million to spend on reelection
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s reelection campaign entered the new year with $33.5 million in its coffers. The sum is “the second highest” balance recorded by a state officeholder in Texas history, his ...
Abbott, Patrick break fundraising records in 2024
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick broke fundraising records in 2024, according to statements issued by their ...
Here's what to expect as Texas Legislature heads back in session
The 89th Texas legislative session begins, addressing key issues like education, LGBTQ+ rights, abortion, cannabis, and ...
In contentious vote, Texas House chooses Dustin Burrows as speaker
The hotly contested race for leader of the House divided Texas Republicans and produced threats of political retribution ...
Senator Nichols appointed Chair of Senate Transportation, member of Finance, Business and Commerce, Local Government Committees
Today, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick released committee assignments for the 89th Legislature. Senator Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) was once again appointed to chair the Senate Transportation ...