Texas lawmakers face toughest job in state history
In a stunned shift from oil wealth to scarcity, legislators confront a historic shortfall. White promises a plan for a path forward, needing House Senate and governor accord, while Lewis and Hobby stress firm stances and slow progress. Rep. Schlueter notes hard bargaining between the leaders.
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American plans two daily editions with expanded local news
Editor Tom Nickell says The American will increase local coverage across editions on weekdays. The Home Edition will focus on Ector County while the Permian Edition covers area towns and updates begin earlier. Both editions aim for two first-rate products daily despite earlier deadlines.
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Texas tax hike after 1984 special session on roads
The 1984 Texas special session raised the state sales tax to 4.125 percent and doubled motor fuels tax, with vehicle registration rising by 25 dollars. Passenger car fees climbed to 40.50 to 58.50, motorcycle fees to 31.05, and trailers and buses included. The 1985 package also lifted four year drivers license to 16, raised vehicle inspection to 7.75, and boosted personalized plates to 75, but demand faltered. State college tuition rose to 12 per credit hour, stepping to 16 in 1986.
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Legislature Faces Alternatives in Special Session Revenue Chart
The special session begins Wednesday with a revenue chart showing 1987 impacts under multiple scenarios. Sales tax rises from 4.125 percent to 4.25, 4.5, or 5 percent yield 130, 390, or 910 million. Auto repair, barber services, dry cleaning, physicians, legal, engineering and other services taxed at current rate would raise 41, 22, 45, 127, 48, 105, 109 million respectively. Gasoline tax climbs to 12 or 15 cents or to 16 percent of price, generating 187, 458, or 109 million. Alcohol taxes rise liquor and beer. Parimutuel betting would bring 17.5 or 24.7 million. Income tax contemplates 3.5 percent corporate tax at 236 million and personal at 4 percent for 3.4 billion.
Jones Brothers faces multi-front civil racketeering suit
In a January ruling Judge Connally awarded Jones Brothers a default in state court. Williams Tractor Service alleges Jones Brothers violated RICO and breached contracts on 1984 highway projects in Ward and Reeves counties, seeking damages around 607000. Federal actions loom with a trial date set for October 20 and a motion to dismiss under active consideration.
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Heat blamed for six Texas deaths as temps linger high
The heat is linked to six deaths across Texas including Austin Dallas San Antonio and Magnolia with readings near 103 degrees. A 41 year old Dallas man Adolfo Banda and a 58 year old San Antonio man died while working or in hot conditions. In Navasota inmates refused work to protest a heat related death.
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Reports and Texas Weather Outlook
The National Weather Service recorded a 0.04 inch rainfall at Midland Regional Airport as strong storms swept through Midland and Ector counties. A severe thunderstorm watch from 6 15 to 7 30 p m noted winds up to 95 mph in north Odessa. The forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with mid 90s highs, upper 60s to 70s tonight, and isolated thunderstorms today.
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Odessa American publication details and delivery info
The Odessa American lists its mailing address and post office details, along with subscription pricing and delivery hours. It notes daily and Sunday editions, mail and home delivery options, and service times for weekend issues.
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