Leftists and the media are ramping up their attacks on the "One Big Beautiful" tax cut bill with claims – as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said last week – that "People will literally die" from the GOP "work requirements." The liberal Center for American Progress claims deaths will number in the "tens of thousands of Americans each year." And, they add: "These estimates aren't hysterical." We're having deja vu all over again.

"In times like these, the last thing Texans should have to worry about is taxes. As State & Federal relief efforts move forward, we encourage Merchants & Property Owners to apply for the extensions and property tax savings they may be eligible for during recovery," said Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock earlier today, announcing that businesses in state-declared disaster areas may be granted an extension to file certain tax reports.

The Salvation Army Austin is calling on the Austin Community to help young students living in their two-family emergency shelters. On Saturday, July 12th, The Salvation Army will host a "Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive" in partnership with a local Walmart Store. As customers enter the store, volunteers will provide a list of needed school supplies — including notebooks, backpacks, pens, pencils, and more.

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that President Donald J. Trump approved federal disaster assistance as part of a Major Disaster Declaration, following deadly and destructive flooding that impacted Texas this past week. Qualifying Texans in Kerr County are eligible for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Individual Assistance program. Additional counties may be added at a later date.

The Texas Nuclear Alliance (TNA), the only industry association in Texas dedicated to the advancement of nuclear technology in the state, has grown to include 50 member organizations, marking a major milestone in its mission to advance the nuclear industry in Texas. The Texas Nuclear Alliance is the only industry association in Texas dedicated to the advancement of nuclear technology in the state.

Our hearts break for the families grieving the loss of loved ones, and we continue to hope for miracles in the tragedy. God bless our first responders – true heroes who run toward the unthinkable. May the Lord bless and protect each of those impacted as they rescue, recover, and bring comfort our fellow Texans. And as we look toward next year’s 250th Anniversary of American Independence, let us never forget that our nation’s strength does not come from Washington.

This 4th of July celebrating the birth of the United States is especially meaningful because, as promised, House & Senate Republicans passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" that President Trump signed into law on the day of the 4th itself. After four years of Democrats' chaos — which led to a raging border crisis, weakened national security, and a broken economy — this historic legislation puts our nation back on track.

The passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill is a big, beautiful win for Texas families, workers, seniors & small businesses. It locks in President Trump's historic tax cuts — protecting taxpayers in Texas from a devastating 26% tax increase, which would have been the largest in American history. It also delivers $13.5 billion in border reimbursements for states like Texas, and makes the most significant investments in border security ever seen.

Governor Greg Abbott announced over $7.3 million in Texas Talent Connection grants awarded to 22 innovative workforce skills training and job placement programs in communities across the state. Since 2015, Governor Abbott has awarded over $57 million in Texas Talent Connection grants. The Texas Workforce Investment Council assists the Governor and the Texas Legislature with strategic planning for and evaluation of the Texas workforce system.

Since dropping the gavel Sine Die on the 89th Regular Session, Dan Patrick has completed a whirlwind 12-city press tour, conducting press conferences to discuss the Session in Harlingen, Corpus Christi, Beaumont, Tyler, Abilene, El Paso, San Angelo, Midland, Lubbock, Amarillo, Wichita Falls, and Waco. He has held luncheons in Dallas, Houston, Midland, and San Antonio to meet with area leaders to review the accomplishments of the Session.

The green energy lobby has been telling us for decades now that wind and solar are the energy sources of the future and that the federal subsidies will be temporary and profitability is "right around the corner." Now 50 years later, we're told that ending the gravy train of taxpayer handouts means the certain death and destruction of the industry. This is despite hundreds of billions already handed out.

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the launch of an enhanced tri-agency website that will offer a modern, user-friendly platform to strengthen Texas’ education-to-workforce pipeline through a collaboration between the Texas Education Agency (TEA), the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), and the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). By focusing on aligned priorities from across partner agencies, the new website is designed to address the diverse needs of the Texas economy and workforce. ​​​​​​​

Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock today said state sales tax revenue totaled $4.04 billion in June, 2.5 percent more than in June 2024. The majority of June sales tax revenue is based on sales made in May and remitted to the agency in June. Total sales tax revenue for the three months ending in June 2025 was up 4.8 percent compared with the same period a year ago. Sales tax is the largest source of state funding for the state budget, accounting for 58 percent of all tax collections.

“Today we delivered on our promise to the American people to cut taxes, create jobs, support working Americans, and transformationally invest in our children," said Sen. Ted Cruz after the U.S. Senate passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" (OBBB) which includes key provisions authored by Sen. Cruz for Trump Savings Accounts, the No Tax on Tips Act, and two historic School Choice Initiatives. Texas would also be reimbursed for State Funds spent during Joe Biden’s illegal alien invasion.

President Trump authorized precision strikes on three Iranian Nuclear Sites to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran. Executed by 14 American pilots flying seven B-2 Bombers – that were supported by over 125 U.S. Aircraft, dozens of aerial refueling tankers, a guided missile submarine, and approximately 75 precision-guided munitions. In keeping with longstanding tradition, Congress has the authority to establish Commemorative Service Medals to honor service members for their contributions in such military operations.

Among his top local achievements, Chairman Hunter secured $100 million in critical funding for Coastal schools, alleviating the burden of rising insurance costs while redirecting more dollars into the classroom. He also delivered $5 million for the University of Texas Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas. And Hunter fortified the long-term future of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association — reducing costs for property owners by utilizing state-backed financing to cover excess losses, rather than relying on public securities.  

The media have buried the lead: The "One Big Beautiful Bill" prevents the largest tax increase in American History. Killing this tax increase – which would hit Jan. 1, 2026 when Donald Trump's 2017 Tax Cuts expire – is an enormous achievement for the nation. And remember, every Democrat in Congress voted against it. What a sad state of affairs for Democrats – unanimously voting to allow the tax equivalent of an economic nuclear bomb to detonate.

The visit to the RRC headquarters included an overview of the agency’s history and jurisdiction of the energy landscape and discussion of the operations of the different RRC divisions, before diving into an in-depth question and answer session with the guests. Members of the delegation asked about a variety of topics, including pipeline safety, seismicity, produced water, carbon capture and how the agency engages with both members of industry and government partners at the local, state and federal levels.

The lawsuit organized by the Hemp Industry & the Farmers of America PAC has announced that the plaintiffs in CBD Pros USA v. Texas will be dropping their suit. "We applaud Gov. Abbott for his historic veto of Senate Bill 3 and his leadership prioritizing Texans’ public safety, constitutional integrity, and practical policymaking over symbolic legislation. We look forward to partnering with him and legislative leaders to get this right."