In 2024, the average salary for Texas teachers was $62,500, with rural teachers frequently earning less.
AUSTIN (AP) -People convicted of human trafficking would face tougher penalties under legislation that has passed the Texas House. The bill makes it a felony to force children into prostitution, extends the statute of limitations for trafficking crimes and requires anyone convicted of sex trafficking...
The Texas Senate approved the bill, which is a priority of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, in a 19-10 vote in March. The bill is one of several that the Legislature is considering this session that could bring major changes to the lives of gay and transgender Texans. But it’s ...
Detainees are seen inside a facility, where tent shelters are being used to house separated family members at the Port of Entry, Thursday, June 21, 2018, in Fabens, Texas. President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an order to stop the separations. Justice Department lawyers are working on ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed a bill Tuesday night that could make it a little harder for people to use government welfare payments to buy marijuana in states where the drug is legal. Supporters call it the "no welfare for weed" bill. The bill would prevent people from using governm...
Democratic Party Sues Republican Texas House Speaker More AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Texas Democratic Party is suing state House Speaker Dennis Bonnen and conservative activist Michael Quinn Sullivan, seeking release of a recording made secretly of a meeting between the two. The lawsuit filed in a...
Texas House passes bill to help keep students from being bulliedstartelegram
Legislation was introduced in the Texas House of Representatives on Thursday to establish a strategic bitcoin reserve, which could serve as a proving ground for the U.S. Treasury. The proposed bill would enable the state to start building a strategic bitcoin reserve by accepting taxes, fees a...
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Updated on: February 27, 2025 / 6:11 AM CST/ CBS Texas The Texas Senateunanimously passed Senate Bill 26on Wednesday, seeking toprovide substantial pay raisesfor teachers statewide. Lt. Gov. Dan PatrickCBS News Texas Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who presides over the Senate, emphasized his...