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Senator Adam Hinojosa Calls Urgent Meeting Regarding Water Concerns

State Senator Adam Hinojosa, District 27, has invited representatives from the City of Sinton and the City of Corpus Christi to attend a facilitated meeting on Tuesday, March 10, aimed at encouraging direct communication regarding the Evangeline Laguna groundwater project and the broader regional water supply. Hinojosa also made clear that the purpose of the meeting is not to pressure anyone to abandon their positions, but to ensure that leaders have the opportunity to work through concerns directly and in good faith.

03.10.2026
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160,000 Applicants as March 17 Deadline Approaches

Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced today that, one month into the application period, the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program has drawn applications for more than 160,000 students. The Comptroller’s office is marking the occasion by releasing more detailed data about applicants for the TEFA program, including grade level, school district and Education Service Center region. 

03.10.2026
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CONG. BABIN: Democrats Shut Down Homeland Security When America Needs It Most

If Democrats want to convince the American people that they care more about regular American Citizens than illegal aliens, now is the time to prove it. Last week, Democrats had the opportunity to reopen the Dept. of Homeland Security and show Americans they prioritize our safety above politics. Instead, 209 Democrats voted to keep DHS closed – choosing to protect the Illegal Aliens they allowed into our country rather than fund the agencies responsible for keeping Americans safe.

03.09.2026
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Trump: No Bills Signed Without 'SAVE Act" Voter Integrity Law

Democrats have been running a Voter Importation Racket for years now, and they know the "Save America Act" bill that passed the House of Representatives in February is hugely popular – precisely because it would protect the right of American Citizens to vote by requiring a valid Photo ID to vote. 85% of U.S. Voters say only U.S. Citizens should be allowed to vote – and yet, the only people in America who oppose the "Save Act" are Democrats in Congress.

03.09.2026
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Rep. Beth Van Duyne: House Votes to Fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

 We are on the THIRD Democrat shutdown in 100 days. Every day the Department of Homeland Security goes unfunded, especially at a time of increased threats from Mexican cartels and possible Iranian sleeper cells operating in the U.S., is one more day that Democrats are showing our country they care more about protecting criminal illegal aliens than the safety of our citizens.

03.09.2026
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Gov. Abbott Notifies Texans of Safety Resources Amid Iranian Military Action

Governor Greg Abbott notified Texans at home and abroad of safety protocols and resources in response to military actions in the Middle East that pose a threat to American civilians. Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East should follow the guidance in the latest security alerts issued by the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The Governor’s Office and DPS will continue to monitor developments and coordinate with federal partners to ensure Texans receive timely information as the situation evolves.

03.06.2026
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EXTRA! EXTRA! Voters Actually Support Most of Trump's Policies, says Moore

While we don't typically cite poll results, we can't help but highlight a few of the latest findings from a new Harvard-Harris Poll of March 2nd. Here's why: 1.) They surprised us, and 2.) Oh wait, what's this... they also run contrary & opposite to the media's ongoing mis-information campaign they're mis-presenting to the American Public. For starters, 53% of Voters trust President Trump over Democrats to manage the Economy, 52% say the Economy's better than under Trump than Biden, and 75% want to deport Illegal Immigrant Criminals.

03.06.2026
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Sens. Cruz, Cornyn, Kelly, Gallego Push Bipartisan Bill to Restore Fairness in Federal Highway Funding

The Highway Trust Fund (HTF) is a federal funding mechanism that receives revenue from transportation-related taxes – primarily federal fuel taxes – and provides funding for Highways Surface Transportation. The "Highway Formula Fairness Act" would ensure that all states, including Texas, receive at least 95% of their HTF contributions. “Texas is the second-largest contributor to the Highway Trust Fund, yet it's received a smaller share relative to its contributions than any other state," said Sen. Ted Cruz.

03.06.2026
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Donalds Joins House Oversight Committee #2: Addresses Minnesota's Fraud & Theft of Federal Funds

On January 7, 2026, the House Oversight & Government Reform Committee held a hearing on “Fraud & Misuse of Federal Funds in Minnesota: Part I,” where the Committee heard from Minnesota State Lawmakers and Agency Whistleblowers who have sounded the alarm on billion of dollars of coordinated and long-running fraud. They testified that Gov. Tim Walz & State Attorney General Keith Ellison not only failed to take action, but have retaliated against the whistleblowers who exposed the activities.  

03.06.2026
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Governor Abbott Announces Sika Expansion In Sealy

Governor Greg Abbott announced an expansion by Sika Corporation in Sealy as a qualified project under the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation (JETI) program. Sika will expand its manufacturing operations of PVC single-ply commercial roofing membranes in Austin County. The project represents more than $90 million in capital investment and will create 60 jobs.

02.27.2026
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Cornyn Leads Effort to Stop Illegal Aliens from Possessing Firearms, Ammunition

“No one who enters the U.S. illegally should get to enjoy our God-given Constitutional Rights – including the right to keep and bear arms,” said Sen. Cornyn, as he, Sen. Ted Budd (R-NC) and others introduced the "Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act" which would close a loophole in current law to prohibit illegal aliens from possessing firearms or ammunition provided to them by a government entity.

02.27.2026
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Luttrell, Colleagues Welcome President Trump at the Capitol for his State of the Union Address

The first year of the second Trump Administration has been about getting this country back on track – restoring law and order at our border, a strong military, and a resilient economy.  I was proud to hear the President lay it out clearly. America is stronger when we stand firm, secure our homeland, back the men and women who wear the uniform, and unleash the full strength of our economy.

02.27.2026
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Texas Land Commissioner Buckingham Encourages Texans to Attend April 18th Texas Coastal Roundup in Galveston

The Texas Coastal Roundup will take place at Galveston's East Beach – also known as R.A. Apffel Park – and is a free, family-friendly event that will allow interaction with ocean critters, showcase interactive GLO & Local Organizations exhibits and demonstrations, and give away tons of free educational swag. There will also be a kid zone, door prize drawings, face painters, and food trucks. Free and paid parking is available onsite. 

02.27.2026
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Governor Abbott Announces MP Materials Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing Expansion In Northlake

Governor Greg Abbott today announced MP Materials Corp. will expand its presence in Texas and establish a rare earth magnet manufacturing campus in Northlake that will create more than 1,500 new jobs and represents more than $1.25 billion in capital investment. A Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) grant of $12,880,500 has been extended to MP Materials for the development of the campus’ corporate operations.

02.26.2026
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Texas Education Freedom Accounts Reach Midway Milestone as Application Window Hits Three-Week Mark

The Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program has reached the midway point of its six-week family application window, with more than 130,000 student applications already submitted and more than 2,000 schools signed up to participate. Those numbers continue to rise daily. The family application period opened Feb. 4 and will close March 17, leaving three weeks remaining for families to apply.

02.26.2026
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Governor Abbott Statement On President Trump’s 2026 State Of The Union Address

“Here in the great state of Texas, we unapologetically uphold the values that make Texas, Texas. We are conducting the most robust border security operation of any state in U.S. history, we are banning foreign adversaries from buying Texas land, we are empowering Texas families to control their child's academic success, and we are fostering economic prosperity for the men and women who power Texas. 

02.26.2026
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Cornyn, Lee, GOP Senators Fight Against Counting Late Ballots in Future Elections

Congress – exercising its Constitutional Authority to set the times, places, and manner of Federal Elections – designated one Federal Election Day, argue Sen. Cornyn and his fellow Senators, underscoring that states are not free to hold “rolling elections” by counting late-arriving ballots days or weeks after Election Day. States that do so clearly violate the certainty, finality, and trust Congress intended by having Nationwide Elections take place on one set date.

02.24.2026
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10-Year-Old Develops AI-Powered Glasses to Help Impaired Children, is Awarded Sponsorship from  Global Brain-Computer Interface Company 

While many students use artificial intelligence to create cartoon portraits or edit a paper, Lucas Tudor is using it to change lives. The 10-year-old 5th-grader at Harmony Science Academy-Leander recently earned 1st Place at his Campus Science Fair and a 1st-place ribbon at the Greater Austin Regional Science & Engineering Fair (GARSEF.) He's developing AI-powered computer vision glasses, A Eyes, designed to help children with visual impairments navigate daily activities and improve their quality of life.

02.24.2026
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Gov. Abbott Directs DPS to Increase Public Safety Operations Amid Cartel Violence

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Dept. of Public Safety (DPS) to enhance Public Safety & Homeland Security Operations across Texas in response to escalating Mexican Cartel violence that poses a growing threat to American civilians. Gov. Abbott urged Texans currently in Mexico, as well as those with family members or friends traveling there, to closely follow warnings from the U.S. State Dept. amid ongoing security operations, road blockages, and criminal activity across Mexico. 

02.23.2026
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CONG. BABIN: Supreme Court Undercuts Presidential Trade Authority

Presidents are meant to lead on trade and protect our economy, not unelected judges. The Supreme Court of the United States recently blocked a key tariff tool used by President Donald Trump, undercutting executive authority at a critical moment for American workers and businesses. This ruling is deeply disappointing. Chief Justice John Roberts, along with Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch, sided with the Court’s left wing.

02.23.2026
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03.20.2026

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