Legislative power in Austin flows from three sources: the governor, the lieutenant governor and the House speaker.

The budget is the only thing lawmakers have to pass every session. Each legislative session, the Legislature crafts a budget ...

So you know how laws get made in Texas, but how can you be a part of the process? How can I contact my representative? First ...

This session, we must ensure the "Texas Miracle" is a reality for all Texans by restoring state funding required to secure ...

There are dozens of committees in the Texas Legislature that specialize in different subjects. However, they can be broken up ...

After seven hours of debate over Senate Bill 2 on the Senate floor Wednesday, the chamber suspended rules so lawmakers could ...

Legislators are expected to take up a $360 million proposal that would change the landscape of financial aid in the state.

Governor Greg Abbott and Governor Kevin Stitt outlined their goals for 2025 in their State of the State Addresses as the ...

Abbott outlined his priorities for this legislative session, including his plans for education, property taxes and water ...

A new University of Houston poll reveals strong support among Texans for various gun control measures, including background ...

A proposal to create a school voucher-like plan for Texas was advanced by the Texas Senate Education Committee on Tuesday ...

Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt doubled down on his call for tax cuts and said he would push for spending policies similar to the ...