Tax hike report sparks debate on White tax plan speculation
Gov. Mark White's press secretary calls reports of a tax bill unsubstantiated speculation. Sources cited by the Austin American Statesman said a tax increase could accompany a plan to close a about 3.5 billion dollar deficit. Officials differ on whether a tax hike will be proposed and how to address the deficit through spending cuts and potential revenue measures. White opposes personal or corporate income tax.
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Texaco appeals to court over Pennzoil merger case
Attorneys for Pennzoil and Texaco argued before the Texas First Court of Appeals seeking to overturn a $10.53 billion judgment for Texaco’s alleged wrongful interference in the Pennzoil Getty Oil merger. Texaco denied knowledge of any contract, while Pennzoil’s lead attorney defended the verdict as correct and criticized Texaco’s case strategy.
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Texas lawmakers urge special session on interstate banking
A House Senate study committee with State Treasurer Ann Richards and Banking Commissioner James Sexton urged the Aug. 6 special session to consider interstate banking as a partial solution to Texas banking problems. Gov. White has not committed, and the group also pressed a constitutional change on drive-in banking facilities while noting Attorney General Mattox’s ruling.
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Heat wave tightens grip as Texas shelters see rush for relief
Texas scorches with 100 plus degree heat as shelters, pools, and air conditioned buildings lure residents. At least four deaths linked to the heat, with an autopsy pending for Austin worker Charles Weaver after a 103 degree day. Cases include a roadside death in Dallas, a corrections inmate's field death, a senior in San Antonio, and a toddler locked in a car. Celexide Andrews in Dallas suffers heatstroke.
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State Briefs Educators plan for special session
A TEPSA official says Texas education groups will back a tax increase if needed to shield public school reform measures from cuts. Brad Duggan announced a united position as legislators prepare for a special session to address a 3.5 billion dollar budget gap. Gov White urged no cuts harming reforms.
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Officials close Dallas money order firm Northwest Financial Express
Texas Banking Department revoked the license of Northwest Financial Express Inc for failing to honor money orders totaling over 250000 dollars. The action, the first of its kind, could leave many residents unable to recover funds, with more losses anticipated as orders surface at utilities and rental firms.
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Drug money seized tops $1 million in Cameron County
Cameron County narcotics officers report more than 1 million dollars in drug related proceeds seized this year. Fourteen suspects were arrested and about 175000 dollars were seized in two Brownsville and Harlingen raids on Wednesday. Florida enforcement pressure has pushed smugglers into South Texas.
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Mattox postpones Otwell auction to aid church home
Attorney General Jim Mattox delayed a Tuesday auction of Community Baptist Church property in Tarrant County to stop the sale of the church building. The action aimed to cover fines for church officials who refused a state license for the Forest Hill boys home, opposed as an infringement on religious freedom by Rev. W N Orwell, though courts ordered licensing or closure.
Crosby seeks parole from Huntsville prison for music career
Rock star David Crosby, 44, says he has kicked a decade-long drug habit and hopes parole will let him move to California to pursue his music. He told the Houston Chronicle the choice is between drugs and his life as he awaits CDCR approval.
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