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Trump’s Tax Law Clobbers State Budgets. Now’s the Time to Prepare.

With Trump and the GOP slashing essential services to enrich the wealthy, states and cities need to get creative in taking care of the rest of us. By Amy Hanauer | August 13, 2025 The new tax law President Trump and congressional Republicans passed this summer drastically reduces taxes on the wealthiest, slashes essential spending,…

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AgriLife Extension agents earn honors for 4-H program excellence

State association recognizes innovative STEM, agriculture, leadership and community service programs   Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 4-H youth development county agents and program coordinators earn Texas Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals awards. (Shelley Franklin/Texas A&M AgriLife) Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 4-H youth development county agents and 4-H program coordinators from across the…

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In redistricting clash, Texas GOP flexes power to shut down Democrats’ last tool of resistance

By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune Aug. 12, 2025 “In redistricting clash, Texas GOP flexes power to shut down Democrats’ last tool of resistance” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up…

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Abbott vows to immediately call Texas lawmakers back to work if special session ends without new maps

By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune Aug. 12, 2025 “Abbott vows to immediately call Texas lawmakers back to work if special session ends without new maps” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.…

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TribCast: Will 13 Democrats be expelled from the Texas House?

By Matthew Watkins, The Texas Tribune Aug. 12, 2025 “TribCast: Will 13 Democrats be expelled from the Texas House?” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Having trouble viewing? Watch this video on…

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