Texas Legislature Adjourns Without Transit Bonds
The Texas Legislature adjourned without approving funding to keep the Texas Department of Transportation running or issuing 2 billion dollars in road bonds. Gov. Rick Perry urged continued operation of agencies. Senate Republicans demanded a 30 day special session to address the bonds, while Democrats warned against shutting down major state agencies. Senate Democrat Leticia Van de Putte condemned the leadership for the failure. Senator Troy Fraser blamed the House for the late-session collapse.
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Texas Legislature Eases Burdens for Average Texans
Austin notes show modest reforms from a 140 day session. Booster seats for under eights raise safety stakes while teens face UT admissions limits. Hand held phones banned in school zones with $50 penalties. Small business tax breaks join tobacco tax hikes and school tax holiday benefits.
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