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The Texas Lottery’s top executive resigns as scrutiny over big jackpot winners intensifies
The executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission has resigned, the latest shake-up at the state’s retail gambling ...
Lottery Chief Resigns After 'Biggest Theft' in the History of Texas
Ryan Mindell announced his resignation as executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission (TLC) on Monday after the ...
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott Pays Tribute to Pope Francis, Honors Global Legacy of Compassion
Texas Governor Abbott issues a statement mourning Pope Francis's death, acknowledging his advocacy for life and the ...
When governors sabotage democracy just because they feel like it
The power to schedule special elections is a gift to governors intent on doing political mischief.
As Texas school choice bill moves closer to Governor's desk, Democrats want Republicans to pay political price
Democrats in the House are now looking to the next election, where they hope Republicans will pay a political price.
Is a 'nuclear power renaissance' coming to Texas? House Bill 14 proposes to boost industry
House Bill 14 would set up a new state office to administer grants of up to $200 million to private companies to build ...
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Dan Patrick endorses Texas House’s voucher plan, clearing path to final approval
The lieutenant governor proposes that the Texas Senate adopt the House bill, which would eliminate a negotiation over the two ...
Texas Senate could give final approval this week to bill giving students taxpayer money to attend private school
Last week, the Texas House also passed a school funding bill, which, when paired with other measures, will infuse $9 billion in new money for public schools. Both Senators Hagenbuch and West praise ...