Texas Commits $50 Million to Groundbreaking Psychedelic Research, Targeting Addiction and PTSD

Texas Commits $50 Million to Groundbreaking Psychedelic Research, Targeting Addiction and PTSD

AUSTIN, Texas – In a significant move poised to position Texas at the forefront of emerging therapeutic research, Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 2308 into law on June 11, 2023, designating a substantial $50 million investment towards exploring the potential of psychedelic compounds. The legislation earmarks these funds specifically for research into the therapeutic…

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Texas Mandates Ten Commandments Display in Every Public School Classroom, Legal Battles Anticipated

Texas Mandates Ten Commandments Display in Every Public School Classroom, Legal Battles Anticipated

A significant legislative development in Texas has seen the state mandate the prominent display of the Ten Commandments within every public school classroom across its vast territory. Governor Greg Abbott officially signed the controversial measure into law, an action announced approximately 48 minutes prior to the search time on June 22, 2025. The signing ceremony…

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Texas Fortifies State Reserves, Safeguarding Bitcoin Holdings with New Legislation

Texas Fortifies State Reserves, Safeguarding Bitcoin Holdings with New Legislation

AUSTIN, TX – Texas has enacted new legislation designed to protect specific state government funds, including burgeoning Bitcoin reserves, from automatic dissolution, signaling a strategic move by the state to solidify its financial management practices and embrace digital assets. On June 21, 2025, Texas Governor Greg Abbott officially signed House Bill 4488 (HB 4488) into…

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SpaceX Starship Rocket Explodes During Texas Test; No Injuries Reported Amid Development Setbacks

SpaceX Starship Rocket Explodes During Texas Test; No Injuries Reported Amid Development Setbacks

STARBASE, Texas – A prototype of SpaceX’s ambitious Starship rocket experienced a significant explosion while undergoing testing late Wednesday night at the company’s Starbase facility, located at the southern tip of Texas near Brownsville. The incident occurred around 11 p.m. local time, just as the vehicle was positioned on the test stand in preparation for…

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Texas' $5 Billion Infrastructure Fund: Comptroller's Criteria Ignite Rural vs. Metroplex Tensions Over Project Priorities

Texas’ $5 Billion Infrastructure Fund: Comptroller’s Criteria Ignite Rural vs. Metroplex Tensions Over Project Priorities

Texas’ $5 Billion Infrastructure Fund Rollout Sparks Regional Debate Implementation details for the monumental $5 billion Texas Infrastructure Fund, a critical initiative created by House Bill 1 (HB 1) during the 89th Legislative Session, are now under intense scrutiny across the state. This fund, designed to address pressing infrastructure needs, was approved following legislative action…

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Texas Approves $5.5 Billion Grid Overhaul: Bolstering Reliability Ahead of Summer Peak

Texas Approves $5.5 Billion Grid Overhaul: Bolstering Reliability Ahead of Summer Peak

Texas PUC Greenlights Multi-Billion Dollar Grid Reliability Plan A significant step toward strengthening the state’s beleaguered power grid was taken on June 6th, as the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) granted final approval for a substantial funding package. This landmark decision authorizes approximately $5.5 billion in investment aimed at critical upgrades for the ERCOT-managed…

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Texas Grid Alert: ERCOT Issues Summer Readiness Call Amidst Record Heat Forecasts

Texas Grid Alert: ERCOT Issues Summer Readiness Call Amidst Record Heat Forecasts

ERCOT Issues Summer Readiness Alert as Record Texas Heat Looms AUSTIN, Texas – The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), the independent system operator managing the flow of electric power to more than 26 million Texans, issued a significant summer readiness alert on Friday, June 7, 2025. The move comes as meteorologists forecast extreme temperatures…

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