Legislation aimed at putting Texas in the best position possible to draw down the maximum in federal dollars available for expanding broadband access across the state is now headed to the Governor’s desk. SB 1238 by Sen. Robert Nichols, R-Jacksonville, and sponsored on the House side by Rep. Trent Ashby, R-Lufkin, received final approval this…
The Texas Legislature is working to bridge the opportunity gap and ensure that veterans and other Texans participating in taxpayer-funded workforce development programs receive the training they need to thrive in meaningful, well-paying careers. House Bill 1703, currently under consideration at the state’s capitol, represents a significant step towards achieving this goal. Data has revealed…
This is a preview of our Texas 2036 newsletter on bills that are positioning 2023 as the “Workforce Session.” To receive this weekly highlight of our work, sign up here. Nearly 15 million hardworking Texans head into work each day. This is the highest number of employed people in our state’s history. It’s a testament to the…
House Bill 4402 on the House floor today deemphasizes core academic subjects, including history, despite alarming new report on the decline in students’ civics knowledge. As a new report shows that students struggle to learn basic U.S. history, the Texas House is considering a bill today that could worsen the problem. Yesterday, a significant decline…
This is a preview of our Texas 2036 newsletter on the status of key elements of our legislative agenda as lawmakers bring this session to a finish. To receive this weekly highlight of our work, sign up here. It’s May and that means the gavel comes down for the last time on this session at month’s…
