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Greg Abbott Wants Change to Texas Property Taxes
In the latest of his many attempts to curb Texas' high property taxes, Republican Governor Greg Abbott wants to give the state's homeowners the power to weigh in on every hike. It's a move that critics warn could have a dramatic impact on the funding for public services in the Lone Star State.
Gov. Greg Abbott on the border, school vouchers and betting in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott talked about several issues that are top of mind for Texans, including border security, school vouchers, tariffs and legalizing online betting.
Governor Abbott Proposes Voter Approval Requirement for Texas Property Tax Hikes
Gov. Abbott seeks a two-thirds voter approval for Texas tax hikes, impacting local government fiscal autonomy and potentially hindering services and developments.
Greg Abbott Gives Texas National Guard Sweeping New Powers
Governor Greg Abbott announced Sunday that the Texas National Guard has been authorized to carry out immigration arrests under an agreement with the Trump administration. The order deputizes the Texas National Guard with immigration and arrest authority, effective immediately.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Cracks Down on Squatters
However, squatters enjoy certain protections under both federal and state laws. Similar to other states, Texas has what is known as Squatters' Rights, which outline the conditions
Interview with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott - Texas: The Issue Is
The "Texas Trio" sat down for an interview with Texas Governor Greg Abbott to discuss numerous items including school vouchers, education, border security, and more.
How will Gov. Abbott's priorities impact career training programs in Texas' high schools?
Texas faces an urgent need to prepare students for the future workforce, as nearly two-thirds of projected new jobs will ...
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Texas Senate takes up bail reform after Gov. Abbott names it an emergency item
Gov. Greg Abbott declared bail reform as one of his emergency items for the 89th legislative session. During his state of the ...
Southeast Texas educators push back as school voucher debate heats up
News spoke with Little Cypress-Mauriceville Superintendent Stacey Brister, who is traveling to Austin to represent educators ...
Why Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is at White House and what he's expected to discuss with Trump
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Texas Gov. Abbott calls new property tax relief, teacher pay raises, and school choice in State of the State address
Before 1,100 attendees at the Arnold Oil Company in Austin, the governor announced seven of his top priorities ...
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Gov. Greg Abbott Escalates Border Security with Operation Lone Star, Touting Over 531K Apprehensions in Texas
Texas Governor Abbott's Operation Lone Star reports over 531,100 immigrant apprehensions and significant drug seizures.
Texas will provide assets in Trump's border security fight, but Abbott says feds must pay
Here's why the Texas governor, who helped make border security a top issue in the 2024 election cycle, is heading back to ...
With vouchers fast-tracked, other Texas public education issues to watch this session
It only took the Texas Senate 22 days from the start of this year’s legislative session to introduce, debate and pass its ...