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Redistricting on Hold as Courts Rule on Texas Plan
Texas faces possible special session as a three judge federal court in Houston weighs a reapportionment challenge over a 24.2 percent population variance among districts. Governor Preston Smith notes the 1970 census will shape future redistricting. filing for legislators is next February. Insurance premium hikes likely. a state study panel backs near 10 percent rise, while critics urge caution. School funding burdens local districts as teacher pay raises shift more costs to local property tax bases. calls for studies on new funding options. Driver education gains state and federal support with new funds to expand reach. Texas cotton exports decline as farmers urged to adopt new production and marketing methods to counter foreign competition.