Texas House of Representatives, Democrats and redistricting
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(The Center Square) – Multiple bills addressing housing affordability become law Sept. 1. Gov. Greg Abbott signed the bills in June but ceremoniously signed them this week to highlight what the legislature accomplished during the regular legislative session this year.
Abbott called a second special session after the House again failed to reach a quorum amid a Democratic walkout over a GOP-favored redistricting plan.
More than 50 Democrats left the state on Aug. 4 in a quorum-breaking move to stop congressional redistricting by stalling official business in the House.
Governor Greg Abbott Calls for Second Special Legislative Session in Texas to Address 19-Item Agenda
Gov. Greg Abbott calls a second special Texas legislative session focusing on a 19-item agenda from flood relief to education reform.
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott moves to amp up the pressure on Democrats who fled in redistricting standoff
More than 50 Texas Democratic legislators left the state to block a GOP effort to redraw congressional lines. Abbott said they won't be able to wait out the redistricting push.
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Gov. Greg Abbott threatens to redistrict 8 seats for GOP if Dem lawmakers don't return to Texas
In a preview clip of Friday's "Ruthless" podcast," Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott threatened to create up to eight new seats for his party if Democratic state lawmakers don't return.
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Tampa Free Press on MSNGreg Abbott Tell Fox News He Knows When Texas Redistricting Maps Will Become Law
Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Monday on Fox News’ Hannity that he expects the state’s new redistricting maps to “probably” become law by the end of the week. Chaos erupted in July after Republicans unveiled the maps,
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced a new 10-year transportation plan, worth more than $146 billion. Expert Claims Putin’s Mention Of This 1 Issue To Trump Is Clearly A ‘Manipulation’ Tactic
Texas has reached record employment levels with Governor Greg Abbott highlighting sustained job growth and the state's robust economy due to a favorable business environment and workforce productivity.
The level of disrespect displayed by Gov. Greg Abbott toward legislators who disagree with him validates that he’s a poor-quality statesman who has performed his duties dishonorably. Ladies and gentlemen of Texas, it is time to contact your legislators to enact a recall.
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The Texas Tribune on MSNRiding political wins, a once-restrained Gov. Greg Abbott is increasingly steamrolling foes
The third-term governor appears determined to win any battle — even if it means scorched-earth primary crusades or trying to boot duly elected legislators from office.