Governor Abbott Enacts Key Economic and Infrastructure Legislation AUSTIN, TX – On April 15, 2025, Texas took a significant step towards solidifying its position as a national leader in technological innovation and energy independence with Governor Greg Abbott’s signing of the Texas Economic Resilience Act (HB 123) into law. The signing, which followed the bill’s…
Permian Basin Grapples with Far-Reaching Methane Emission Rules AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) officially commenced the phased implementation of a set of stringent new statewide regulations targeting methane emissions from oil and gas operations on April 10, 2025. This significant regulatory shift, initiated under the authority of Executive Order GA-XX,…
Federal Government Sues Texas Over Border Barrier Standoff Washington, D.C. – The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) today initiated significant legal action against the State of Texas, filing an emergency injunction in federal court. The lawsuit directly challenges Governor Greg Abbott’s recent expansion of Operation Lone Star, particularly focusing on the deployment of an…
RRC Convened Special Session to Assess Texas Natural Gas Readiness A critical assessment of Texas’s natural gas supply chain and infrastructure resilience took center stage on March 30, 2025, as the Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) convened a special session. The meeting was specifically called to evaluate the state’s readiness ahead of the anticipated peak demand…
Austin, TX — Texas Governor Greg Abbott today announced a significant expansion of Operation Lone Star, the state-led initiative aimed at addressing illegal immigration and securing the Texas border. The Governor cited the necessity for enhanced state action at the border, particularly following recent federal court rulings pertaining to Senate Bill 4 (S.B. 4), as…
Texas Legislature Allocates Significant Emergency Funding for Border Security AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas Legislature on Friday took decisive action to significantly escalate the state’s border security efforts, approving an emergency appropriation of $1.5 billion. This substantial funding boost was incorporated into the state’s foundational budget bill, HB 1, via an amendment passed during legislative…
Texas Responds Forcefully Following S.B. 4 Legal Setback In the wake of a significant legal development concerning state-level border enforcement, Texas officials have unequivocally reiterated their steadfast dedication to securing the state’s international boundary. The reaffirmation follows the decision by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals on March 27th to again temporarily block the enforcement…
Senate Education Committee Approves S.B. 22, Sending School Choice Bill to Full Chamber AUSTIN, TX – After extensive debate and a vote cast largely along party lines, the Texas Senate Education Committee today advanced Senate Bill 22, a high-priority legislative measure aimed at establishing a statewide education savings account (ESA) program. The committee’s decision, reached…
Introduction A joint legislative body overseeing Texas’s energy landscape has initiated a significant undertaking to thoroughly analyze the long-term financial repercussions of recent state-mandated grid improvements and market structure adjustments. On Thursday, March 27, 2025, the Texas House and Senate Energy Oversight Committee officially announced it has commissioned an in-depth study aimed at quantifying the…
The Blockchain Revolution in Texas: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Future of Power The Blockchain Revolution in Texas: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Future of Power The blockchain technology has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing various sectors and creating a plethora of opportunities, especially in Texas. From new currencies to innovative industries, blockchain has minted millionaires…
