GOP's "shameless power grab" in Texas "These bills are not about election reform . . . They are entirely about suppressing voters' voices" Salon · May 30, 2023
Texas likely to leave voter fraud program under bill headed to governor for final approval AUSTIN — Texas is likely to leave a voter fraud protection program that has been beset by conspiracy theories under a bill headed to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk. Tribune News Service · May 23, 2023
Texas Senate confirms Jane Nelson as secretary of state Nelson’s former colleagues in the Senate gave her resounding approval, avoiding another embarrassment for Gov. Greg Abbott, whose last three nominations for secretary of state did not receive confirmation. The Texas Tribune · Mar 15, 2023
Aging state vehicle fleet fuels tens of millions in new money requests by agencies Many state-owned vehicles are aging past the standards for replacement. Early budget drafts signal that lawmakers are considering funding some $237.6 million in requests for new ones. The Texas Tribune · Mar 3, 2023
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick unveils committee assignments with one Democratic chair Conservative activists have pushed for legislative leaders to ban Democrats from leading committees. The Texas Tribune · Jan 23, 2023
Texas governor picks veteran GOP lawmaker for elections job Gov. Greg Abbott has tapped a longtime Republican lawmaker to be Texas’ new elections chief, a pick who could enjoy a smoother confirmation process following the blowback and scrutiny his two previous picks faced The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott says he will nominate retiring state Sen. Jane Nelson to be secretary of state Nelson planned to retire from the Senate after 30 years in office. But her nomination will give Abbott a clearer path to having his nominee confirmed by the Senate after his last three have gone unconfirmed. The Texas Tribune · Dec 6, 2022