First, while senators know what to expect with Lt. Gov Dan Patrick at the legislative body's helm, who controls the lower ...

Texas is one of the 'most extreme' states on LGBTQ issues, advocates say, adding that it's a bellwether for what may come ...

The stakes of the contest are high, as the outcome of the Speaker race will significantly impact the legislative agenda in ...

University of Texas President Jay Hartzell's departure drove home the difficulty of advocacy in higher education, faculty ...

Here’s a rundown of how legislation moves through the Capitol, the ways lawmakers operate and who the power players are.

From biennial legislative sessions to pauper's wages for lawmakers, Texas is the nation's leading outlier when it comes to ...

A staunchly conservative Texas Legislature will convene Tuesday for its 89th biennial session to tackle issues that touch the ...

The requests for new money lean heavily toward pay raises and new hires for agencies dealing with high turnover and ...

Proposals to allow online registration and broaden photo ID options may have a chance to advance, supporters say.

More than 200 higher education-related bills alone have been introduced during the pre-filing period ahead of Tuesday's new ...

The Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA), also known as HB 1709, will be the next battleground for U.S. AI policy.

The 89th Texas legislative session will take on a variety of topics, including expanded voting rights for those with disabilities, school vouchers and water.