Texas Senate Committee Hears Testimony on Controversial Restaurant Wage Bill SB 123 Austin, TX – The future of how restaurant employees are paid in Texas hung in the balance on Friday, May 23, 2025, as the Texas Senate Business & Commerce Committee convened a pivotal hearing to deliberate on Senate Bill 123. This legislation, if…
Texas Court Halts Sweeping State Law Limiting Local Control A Travis County State District Court judge delivered a significant legal blow to a controversial new state law late Friday, May 23, 2025, issuing a temporary injunction that prevents the statewide implementation of Senate Bill 123. The ruling marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict…
A comprehensive analysis published on May 23, 2025, by The Texas Tribune delves into the political makeup of the Texas House of Representatives for its upcoming 2025 legislative session. Titled “Analysis: The 2025 Texas House, from right to left,” the article provides an in-depth examination of the composition and ideological leanings of the lower chamber…
ERCOT Unveils Landmark $5 Billion Grid Reliability Plan AUSTIN, Texas – In a significant move aimed at fortifying the state’s energy infrastructure, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) on May 23, 2025, announced a comprehensive multi-year initiative committing approximately $5 billion to enhance grid reliability. This ambitious plan is strategically designed to bolster the…
In a significant legislative move following a focused special session, the Texas Legislature has successfully passed Senate Bill 7 (SB 7), a landmark piece of legislation aimed at fortifying the state’s energy infrastructure. The bill’s passage establishes the Texas Energy Reliability and Modernization Fund, a substantial financial mechanism endowed with an initial $5 billion. This…
Texas Restaurant Association Opposes Key Provisions in Proposed Senate Bill 123 AUSTIN, TX – On May 22nd, the Texas Restaurant Association (TRA) publicly declared its strong opposition to specific elements contained within proposed state legislation, Bill SB 123, currently under active debate and consideration within the Texas Capitol. The influential industry group, representing the diverse…
Texas Governor Unveils Accelerated Border Barrier Plan A significant development in Texas’ ongoing efforts to secure its border with Mexico was announced today from the office of Governor Greg Abbott. The state is set to launch an aggressive new initiative aimed at expediting the construction of additional state-funded border barrier sections. This plan represents a…
Texas Department of Agriculture Announces New Statewide Culinary Initiative AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) proudly announced on May 20, 2025, the launch of a groundbreaking new statewide culinary competition series. Dubbed the “Taste of Texas” Culinary Challenge, this initiative is set to ignite creativity within the state’s vibrant culinary scene while…
Lone Star Eats Achieves Record Q2 2025 Performance, Eyes Aggressive Texas Expansion Dallas, TX – Lone Star Eats, the widely recognized Texas-based casual dining chain celebrated for its authentic Tex-Mex and hearty BBQ offerings, has announced a period of exceptional growth and strategic expansion, highlighted by its record-setting second-quarter earnings for fiscal year 2025. The…
House Committee Approves Biennial Spending Plan AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas House Committee on Appropriations took a significant step today in shaping the state’s financial future, voting 15-8 to advance House Bill 10, the proposed general appropriations act outlining state spending for the upcoming two-year cycle. The bill represents a substantial investment in state services…
