A slate of new Texas laws go into effect December and January. Here’s what to watch.
| December 1, 2025
Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, bringing wide-ranging changes to the state’s education system, law enforcement, taxes and more.
New Texas energy package could help older adults in long-term care facilities during extreme weather
| October 20, 2025
A growing body of research warns that climate disasters are disproportionately dangerous for older adults, especially those in long-term care settings who rely on others for essential support. Those risks are often compounded in rural areas, where resources are scarce and emergency support is slower to arrive.
Report: 161 Texans killed by domestic violence in 2024
| October 20, 2025
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There were 161 domestic violence deaths in Texas last year, according to the Honoring Texas Victims report by the Texas Council on Family Violence.
New Texas law caused some schools to limit student health care services
| October 14, 2025
A Republican-led initiative to ban diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools had unintentional consequences at the start of the new year.
17 statewide propositions will appear on the November ballot. Here’s what Texas voters need to know.
| September 22, 2025
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By María Méndez, The Texas Tribune “17 statewide propositions will appear on the November ballot. Here’s what Texas voters need to know.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The […]