Austin officials are gearing up for another tough legislative session. But Mayor Kirk Watson said he'll be able to defend the city's interests.

Texas lawmakers have been talking about affordable housing since the spring. A scan of pre-filed legislation shows how they ...

Paxton’s latest tour is the continuation of his efforts in the past year to get political revenge on House Republicans who ...

In Texas, where residents face the most extreme abortion restrictions in the U.S., Democrats tried both ways. They filed ...

WASHINGTON – Rep. Keith Self of McKinney was one of three U.S. House Republicans who initially refused to back Louisiana Rep.

A majority of House Democrats voted Thursday against legislation that would sanction the International Criminal Court for ...

Mike Johnson persuaded a pair of GOP skeptics to change votes, keeping the gavel in an era of Republican control in Washington.

The first day of any legislative session is steeped in tradition and heavy on decorum. But that could change if the speaker's ...

House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.

Burrows speaks on the House floor while then ... the Tribune during this legislative session I hope this article helped you feel more informed about your state. At The Texas Tribune, we believe ...