Federal Judge Temporarily Halts Enforcement of Key Texas Immigration Measure Austin, Texas – A significant development occurred in the ongoing legal battle over Texas’s immigration enforcement efforts today, as U.S. District Judge Eleanor Vance in Austin issued a preliminary injunction, temporarily blocking a central component of a state law enacted during the recent legislative session….
Texas Attorney General Responds to Legal Challenge Against Operation Lone Star Expansion Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a forceful statement today addressing the federal lawsuit filed against the state on May 20th. The suit, brought forth by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and a coalition of other advocacy groups, specifically targets the expanded…
Federal Lawsuit Challenges Texas’ Expanded Border Security Initiative A significant legal challenge has been mounted against the State of Texas’ extensive border security efforts, specifically targeting Governor Greg Abbott’s expanded “Operation Lone Star 2.0.” On May 19, 2025, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Texas filed a lawsuit in the Western District of Texas…
Governor Signs Landmark Water Infrastructure Bill AUSTIN, TX – In a move hailed as a critical step towards securing the state’s long-term water future, Governor Greg Abbott officially signed Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) into law on May 20, 2025. The bipartisan legislation authorizes a substantial $5 billion bond package specifically designated to address Texas’s…
Governor Abbott Enacts Major Energy Infrastructure Investment Bill AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott today signed Senate Bill 7 into law, a landmark piece of legislation establishing a substantial state fund aimed at significantly modernizing Texas’ power grid infrastructure. The bill, a key outcome of the recent special legislative session focused on grid reliability, creates…
ERCOT Report Signals Potential Grid Strain in Summer 2025 A new assessment from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) casts a cautious outlook on the state’s power grid reliability for the summer of 2025, indicating potentially tighter conditions than previously projected, particularly under scenarios involving extreme heat. The report, titled the Summer 2025 Seasonal…
AUSTIN, Texas – In a significant move aimed at bolstering the reliability and resilience of the state’s energy infrastructure, Governor Greg Abbott on May 9, 2025, officially signed Senate Bill 15 into law. The legislation, a culmination of extensive debate and legislative effort, establishes the Texas Grid Security Fund, earmarking a substantial $7 billion investment…
Texas Court Blocks TEA’s New School Accountability Ratings A state district judge in Travis County this week issued a temporary injunction, delivering a significant blow to the Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) plans for implementing revised A-F accountability ratings standards. The ruling, handed down by Judge Maria Rodriguez on Wednesday, temporarily blocks the agency from rolling…
ERCOT Releases Latest Grid Assessment The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) published its most recent assessment of grid reliability on Tuesday, offering a comprehensive overview of the state’s power system performance and outlook. The report highlighted significant strides made in enhancing grid stability and increasing available resources over the past year. This progress is…
Texas House Braces for Major Vote on $50 Billion Infrastructure Plan A pivotal legislative battle is poised to unfold in the Texas House of Representatives on April 29, 2025, as lawmakers prepare for a critical floor vote on Senate Bill 15. This significant piece of legislation, officially titled the Texas Infrastructure Revitalization Act, has already…
