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With Texas facing soaring electricity demand, the politics of energy quietly shift at the Capitol
The Legislature has tried to clamp down on renewable energy resources in the past, but many lawmakers are recognizing the need to support all types of generation to meet record demand growth.
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Texas House majority signs on to new bill restricting the use of bathrooms in public buildings by transgender people
The Odessa American is the leading source of local news, information, entertainment and sports for the Permian Basin.
Protesters rally at Texas Capitol to oppose Trump administration and Project 2025
Hundreds protest Trump administration ahead of president's address to Congress
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Protests erupt at Arizona Capitol over Trump Administration's orders
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Texas Advocates Rally at State Capitol for Gun Safety Reforms, Citing 4,000 Annual Deaths
Texas groups rally for gun safety reforms, influenced by personal tragedies and a push by Senator Gutierrez for new legislation.

Texas DOGE hosts 1st meeting

Texas House DOGE committee meets for the first time
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Texas version of DOGE got to work at Capitol
The Texas version of DOGE got to work on Wednesday. The Committee on Delivery of Government Efficiency was created by House Speaker Dustin Burrows. It is modeled after the controversial federal team led by Elon Musk.
‘Change is coming’: Texas DOGE hosts first meeting
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Texas Capitol Protesters Mark Three Years Since Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
Protesters wrapped in bright blue and yellow flags and holding signs gathered in front of the Texas state Capitol in 30-degree weather on Feb. 22 at 11am for a rally in support of Ukraine. The demonstration marked the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022.
Confrontational exchange in Texas Capitol hearing leads to tears, rebukes
The exchange drew rapid backlash from GOP state leaders including Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows.
Texas Senate revives push for Ten Commandments, prayer in schools
The measures failed in 2023, but are a priority again for Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick after Louisiana mandated the Commandments in classrooms.
Texas lawmakers will bring these guests to President Trump's joint address to Congress
Who was that congressman escorted out of Trump's speech? Meet Al Green, Democrat of Texas
Democratic Rep. Al Green ejected from Trump address
Rep. Al Green, a Texas Democrat, was ejected from President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress Tuesday.
Texas Water Day 2025 sees progress on water issues at the Capitol
Water took center stage at the Texas State Capitol on Monday. Texas Water Day is an educational event that highlights critical issues like how to make sure there's enough water for everyone as the state's population continues to grow.