Texas budget writers prioritize school vouchers, teacher raises and border security in early drafts
Texas lawmakers are looking to spend billions of dollars over the next two years to create a school voucher-like program, cut property taxes, raise teacher pay, shore up water infrastructure and ...
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Republican Lieutenant Governor concerned new speaker may handcuff conservative agenda
DALLAS — The election of State Representative Dustin Burrows, R-Lubbock, as Speaker of the House is seen as a setback for the far right. 49 Democrats and 36 Republicans voted for Burrows ...
Texas House speaker election of Rep. Dustin Burrows could test voters’ values
Since then, the vast majority of House speakers have been elected by acclamation or with more than 140 votes. Even Rep. Dade ...
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Texas Democrats hope to benefit after boosting Dustin Burrows to House speaker
A leader who learned to keep promises, a chance at chairing committees, and what they see as more chances for a fairer ...
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Meet Dustin Burrows, Texas’ new House Speaker and one of the most powerful people in the state
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who heads the Texas Senate, opposed Burrows’ run for Speaker. He has since released a statement saying ...
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Relations between leaders of the Texas Senate and House are already off to a rocky start
House Speaker Dustin Burrows, R-Lubbock, adjourns the House during opening day of the 89th regular session at the Texas Capitol in Austin on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025.(Juan Figueroa / Staff ...