January 17, 2021
House Kills Proposal to Prevent Democrat Committee Chairs
by Brandon Waltens
Members of the Texas House soundly rejected a proposal to prevent Democrats from chairing key committees, despite Republicans holding a majority of seats in the chamber.
The proposal came in the form of amendments to the House rules, which govern how the chamber operates during the session.
Statewide
Transparency Front and Center in House Rules Fight
The House approved rules for the 87th Legislative Session, though many reforms were soundly defeated.
Senate Adjusts Rules to Stop Democrats From Killing GOP Bills
State Sen. Bryan Hughes says the changing the “three-fifths” rule to the “five-ninths” rule strikes a balance between majority rule and protecting the minority.
Federal
Texas GOP Condemns Second Attempt to Impeach Trump
“The second attempt to impeach President Trump shows that Democrats would rather play vindictive politics instead of engaging in the business of the American people.” – Allen West
Trump Celebrates Policy Successes at Texas Border
After Democrat local officials enacted an onslaught of harmful policies against citizens, the community is fighting back.
Local
Potential Fort Worth Mayoral Candidate’s Lobbyist Connection
The establishment has reportedly chosen its anointed replacement for Mayor Betsy Price.
Starnes: Huge Win for Life in Texas
Baby Tinslee has defied the predictions of the doctors and has been given a chance at life.
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