The majority of state constitutions shield lawmakers from arrests, lawsuits and low-level infractions like traffic tickets ...

The stage was set this week for what could be a state legislative session of high drama and infighting. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts have a look at some ...

As Texas lawmakers navigate the 89th Legislative Session, key discussions revolve around two major national issues—energy ...

One month into the 89th legislative session, all Texas lawmakers have been assigned to committees. All bills must be ...

State Rep. Charlie Geren’s bill would put a constitutional amendment legalizing casinos on the November ballot.

On January 14, 2025, the 89th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature began. In just under one month, various Texas ...

Texas lawmakers this year have once more vowed to tackle the state’s high property taxes, intending to bring relief for ...

For the past several years, Republican state lawmakers have pushed to rein in rising property tax bills. That push culminated ...

House Speaker Dustin Burrows reappointed state Rep. Brad Buckley (R-Killeen) to lead the committee. Buckley tried to get ...