Senate approves GOP redistricting map in Texas
After months of walkouts and sessions the Texas Senate gives final approval to a GOP congressional redistricting map. The plan could yield three to five Republican seats, with a House- Senate dispute over rural West Texas districts unresolved as conference talks begin. Governor Perry backs swift final passage.
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Harris County Judges get pay raise. city officials tied in
Harris County commissioners unanimously approved a $14,000 annual raise for 59 civil and criminal district judges, raising salaries to 125000. Probate and other court judges also gained. City officials in Houston will see raises under a 1977 law tying city pay to district judges, with the next mayor set to earn about 186987, up from 165817. Raises take effect January 2.
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N Syne Singer Plans Houston Space Week Outreach
N Syne singer Lance Sass returns to Houston to promote space, math, and science during World Space Week. He will visit Houston elementary and middle schools, review proposals for Lance's Lab, and attend a downtown hotel reception. Previously, he canceled a Soyuz flight after failing to raise an estimated $20 million fare.
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Austin software finances boost from Dean
Texas software company Convio in Austin hinges growth on Howard Dean's presidential bid. Since 1999 Convio processed Dean campaign credit card transactions and built volunteer pages, boosting visibility and potential new business. Current Dean revenue through January 30 is about 20,776 with talks for six-figure deals from nonprofit clients.
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