"With empowered parents, exemplary teachers, and exceptional academics, Texas is on a path to be No. 1 in educating our children,” said Gov. Abbott. “With this over $481 million in merit pay, Texas is awarding (42,000) teachers from every corner of our state with the pay raise they deserve – putting them on a path to earning a six-figure salary. And soon, Texas will invest even more in permanent pay raises for experienced classroom teachers."
"That a single District Court Judge assumed power to delay the removals of detainees located anywhere in the country – without a hearing or jurisdictional tether – raises substantial questions about judicial rulemaking authority," said Sen. Ted Cruz during the hearing. Cruz, who chairs the Senate Judiciary's Federal Courts, Oversight & Federal Rights Subcommittee, is taking on judicial blockage of the Federal Govt. deporting illegal aliens.
After a brutal couple of months at the start of the year due to the Trump tariff turmoil, the American Economy is humming right now. In fact, the Atlanta Fed's latest estimate for GDP growth for the 2nd Quarter reflects a more-than-healthy 4.6% Growth Rate. The president's Economic Policies have flipped U.S. investment from negative to positive, consumer confidence is up to a 4-Year High – and consumers are spending again.
Last week, in what is being called the largest-ever ICE enforcement operation, nearly 1,500 illegal foreign nationals were arrested—most of them hiding in so-called “sanctuary” jurisdictions. That’s not just a number. That’s a blunt warning: there are thousands more just like them—living, working, and perhaps plotting among us, thanks to open-border ideologues and their enablers in blue-state leadership.
“I'm pleased to announce a significant decline in the number of Investment Funds that boycott the Oil & Gas industry, as well as the removal of BlackRock Inc. from the Comptroller's List of companies that boycott energy producers,” said Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar, adding, “This is a meaningful victory that validates Texas' leadership on this issue, which has seen a monumental shift in the way companies, governments and individual Americans view the energy sector."
There's danger in Making America Great Again with Executive Orders, but is there any other way to do it? I love most of what President Trump is doing – in fact, it’s kind of what I’ve always dreamed of; Make a list of what’s been screwed up by Democrats and The Left, check them off as they get solved, and suddenly America would be great again. But if Republicans want to "Keep America Great," they’d better start passing his Exec. Orders into law.
Governor Greg Abbott commended the Texas Legislature for making a Texas-size investment in the state's water infrastructure following passage of Senate Bill 7 and House Joint Resolution 7. In his 2025 State of the State Address earlier this year, Governor Abbott declared a Texas-size investment in water infrastructure an emergency item this legislative session.
“This session was a team effort, and I want to thank all 31 Senators and staff for their hard work and perseverance. None of these major victories would be possible without their dedication over the interim and during the session. I also want to thank Gov. Abbott and Speaker Burrows for their partnership in delivering major victories for Texans all session – Texans are the real winners this Legislative Session," said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
“Over many years, the Texas Legislature has approved legislation to allow local governments to partner with private developers to build hotels and convention centers. House Bill 2974 includes language forbidding local governments from adding unlimited projects. One prominent Austin lobbyist is threatening to kill HB 2974’s reforms unless taxpayer protection language by Sen. Birdwell is removed. This is absurd and terrible public policy, and we will not negotiate."
In the least shocking turn of events since this morning, Democrat sleazebags jumped onto what they thought would be a "victory" for the day like it was a moderately attractive intern in a left-wing committee office up on Capitol Hill. But when you have Chris Murphy, Democrat of Connecticut, trying to lecture you about “morality” a few months after he left his wife and family for a much younger woman, you can’t ever be sure.
"Never before has the Texas Legislature allocated more funds to provide Property Tax Relief than they did this session," said Gov. Abbott. "Texas home and business owners are on their way to keeping more of their hard-earned money,” said Speaker Burrows. "The average senior homeowner will no longer pay any school property taxes for the rest of their life," said Lt. Gov. Patrick – if Texas voters approve the changes this November.
“This session, Senate Finance Chair Joan Huffman has done a masterful job, committing a record $51 billion for property tax relief and a record $8.5 billion for public education funding, all while keeping our budget conservative, with billions of dollars unspent and without touching the rainy day fund. Nearly one out of every four dollars in state funds has been devoted to property tax relief for Texans."
Following President Trump’s recent trip to the Middle East, I was honored to join a Congressional Delegation that visited the region to build on the White House’s diplomatic successes — including forging stronger economic partnerships, better relationships between Israel and the Gulf States, and moving toward peaceful resolution of the war in Gaza. These developments will play pivotal roles in shaping the world's future.
Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, gas prices dropped to their lowest levels since 2021 — among the lowest in over 20 years when adjusted for inflation. For the 39 million Americans AAA projected to be on the road, they were finally able to kick off summer without breaking the bank. President Trump's making life affordable again — and delivering on his promise to bring relief to American Families.
There was hope for responsible governance by the Palestinian Authority (PA), but that hope has been repeatedly dashed and finally extinguished on October 7, 2023. The coordinated horrific attack by Hamas militants left hundreds dead and many held hostage. Israel’s response has been strong and unrelenting, but the release of hostages and the total defeat of Hamas remain elusive.
Last month, as Republican Senators gathered in the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. to have an extended discussion and strategy session about the "Budget Reconciliation" process that's been dominating conversations and newscasts, I asked my colleagues two specific questions: In all of this massive bill, what will be its biggest legacy? And, what bold, transformational policies can we champion that will still be talked about 10, 20, even 30 years from now?
This legislation makes it possible for all U.S. international bridges and land ports of entry along our borders to qualify for a streamlined presidential permitting process. By reducing bureaucratic red tape to secure federal permission for bridge improvements, the bill paves the way to modernize and enhance our trade corridors in support of our international economy.
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Chris Broom to the Aerospace and Aviation Advisory Committee for a term set to expire on September 1, 2027. Broom is the vice president of Commercial Training Solutions for Boeing Global Services. He previously worked for American Airlines as managing director of the Flight and Training Administration, and is a member of the USS Yorktown Association Board of Directors.
