What’s Happening in Government in Texas
📰 What’s Happening in Government in Texas
Texas Legislature Sends Trump-Backed Redistricting Plan to Gov. Abbott’s Desk
The Texas Senate approved HB 4, a highly contentious congressional redistricting bill that could add five Republican-leaning districts, concluding a month of protests and political gridlock.
Politics RedistrictingSen. Carol Alvarado’s Filibuster Attempts Against Redistricting Fails in Senate
State Sen. Carol Alvarado’s desperate filibuster failed after Republicans invoked a parliamentary move, clearing the way for final passage of the GOP-favored map.
Politics Texas SenateTexas House Approves GOP Congressional Map After Democratic Walkout
After a two-week walkout aimed at denying quorum, Democratic lawmakers returned to allow a vote. The GOP-backed redistricting bill passed 88–52 along party lines.
Politics HouseLawsuit Targets Newly Approved Redistricting Map for Racial Discrimination
Following the Senate’s approval, a lawsuit was filed arguing the newly passed map dismantles majority-minority districts and violates both the U.S. Constitution and the Voting Rights Act.
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