Texas House advances voter ID bill amid bipartisanship strain
The House Elections Committee approved a voter ID proposal on a 5-4 vote despite efforts by Rep. Todd Smith to craft a bipartisan package. In Austin, lawmakers also consider booster seat rules raising the age to 8 or height to 4 feet 9 inches for children riding in vehicles. The Texas Senate backed a constitutional amendment to curb government power to seize private property.
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With the session nearing June 1 and a Thursday House deadline looming, supporters urge moving a bill to extend children's Medicaid enrollment from six to twelve months. If enacted and signed, about 250,000 more children could gain health coverage, officials say, while opponents warn it helps non needy families. The measure faces Senate and House hurdles before voter consideration.
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