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Texas' Rules Requiring Proof of Legal Immigration Status for Professional Licenses Could Shrink Its Skilled Workforce By 10%

On March 24, the state's Commission of Licensing and Regulation unanimously approved a change that officials say will help identify fraud, labor exploitation, and human trafficking.

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Texas will require proof of legal immigration status to get professional licenses

Officials approved the change after hearing from speakers who argued it would hamper the state’s economy and push immigrants to work without licenses in the black market.

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Average H‑1B household contributes $30,050, 2.6 times a typical US household: Research

A new study shows that households of H‑1B visa holders contribute significantly more to public finances than typical American households. On average, an H‑1B household provides a net fiscal contribution of $30,050 annually, compared with $11,530 for the average US household.

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Former state Sen. Don Huffines wins GOP primary for Texas comptroller

Huffines avoided a runoff in a big-money race against acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock and Railroad Commissioner Christi Craddick to be the state’s chief financial officer.

The Texas Tribune

Sarah Eckhardt Wants to Return the Texas Comptroller to the Bob Bullock Era

The Democratic candidate hopes to bring the statewide accountant’s office back to its rightful role—independently enforcing good government.

Texas Observer

In Texas attorney general race, Mayes Middleton runs on conservative, not courtroom, record

Middleton has the money and the endorsements. But his primary opponents say he lacks key legal experience to be Texas’ top lawyer.

The Texas Tribune

Texas comptroller primary: Who is running and what to know

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is the state’s chief financial officer. Here’s a look at who’s running in the 2026 primary and where they stand.

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State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt announces run for comptroller, dropping congressional bid

The Austin Democrat said she wants to tackle waste and fraud as a watchdog over the state budget. She will retain her Senate seat if she loses.

The Texas Tribune

State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt announces run for Michael McCaul’s seat in Congress

The Austin Democrat will face an uphill battle in the GOP-leaning district. McCaul announced earlier this year he would not seek reelection.

The Texas Tribune

This Session’s Worst Anti-Abortion Bill Died, but Pro-Choice Advocates Aren’t Celebrating

Following mixed results for both sides, the far right says it won’t give up on targeting what little abortion access remains in Texas.

Texas Observer

Bill clarifying when doctors can perform medically necessary abortions clears Senate

The bill, which must still go through the House, received unanimous approval from the upper chamber.

The Texas Tribune

With the border quiet, Texas ponders spending another $6.5 billion on border security

Some are questioning whether lawmakers should commit billions more to border security with illegal crossings dwindling and a Trump immigration crackdown.

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Officer previously accused of excessive force confirmed for state board by Texas Senate

One Senate Democrat joined Republicans, providing the margin needed to approve Justin Berry to the state law-enforcement board.

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Jasmine Crockett criticized over comment mocking Greg Abbott’s wheelchair

The Texas Democrat made fun of the governor during a speech over the weekend in Los Angeles to an LGBTQ rights group.

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Campuses across Texas had pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Why did only UT-Austin crack down?

Dozens of people were arrested in Austin, while sit ins and demonstrations elsewhere happened mostly unobstructed. School officials say it’s because campus rules were broken.

Texas Observer

Dan Patrick: Judge, Jury, Executioner?

The long arm of Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick reached far into the Ken Paxton impeachment saga. From Politics Writer Justin Miller.

The Texas Tribune

Paxton critics pile on, calling impeachment trial rigged

House Speaker Dade Phelan wrote an op-ed for his hometown newspaper, saying the “fix was in from the start,” while other Republican officials are calling for Phelan’s resignation.

The Texas Tribune

Despite promise of “total transparency,” secrecy will be a big part of Ken Paxton impeachment trial

From deliberations to documents, the Texas Senate’s rules create an opaque process for the suspended attorney general’s impeachment trial, set to begin Sept. 5.

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House impeachment managers got most of what they wanted in trial rules adopted by the Texas Senate

Supporters and opponents of impeached Attorney General Ken Paxton pressed for favorable rules governing a Senate trial that will begin on Sept. 5.

Salon

Texas GOP close to eroding Dem power

Gov. Abbott and the bill's supporters have long sought legislation to push back against local regulations

The Texas Tribune

Texas GOP’s broadest attempt yet to erode blue cities’ power gets one step closer to becoming law

Gov. Greg Abbott and other supporters of the bill have long sought legislation to push back against local regulations that they say hamper business owners and harm the state’s economy.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Senate moves to end countywide voting on Election Day

Voters in nearly 100 counties — mostly rural — can vote at any polling site in their county. The sponsor, without offering evidence, said the practice was not secure despite years of successful elections in Texas with the system.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Senate passes $16.5 billion package to lower property taxes

The proposals target the taxes homeowners pay and require school districts to lower their tax rates.

Tribune News Service

Texas Legislature will take up redistricting political boundaries for state offices again

AUSTIN, Texas — Legislators will take up redistricting this session, opening up the possibility for Republicans to further redraw districts in their favor.

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Texas Senate votes to take up redistricting again

The redistricting process this year is mostly procedural and is not expected to produce very different results from the most recent process completed in 2021.

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