1997 Legislature Preview Fireworks and Key Players
The 1997 Texas Legislature opens with party leaders named from both sides amid Bush reelection suspense. Democrats including Comptroller John S and Land Commissioner Garry Mauro eye Bush endorsed tax reform as potential 1998 governor candidates. Senator Florence Shapiro, Rodney Ellis, Ken Armbrister, and John Whitmire figure in a shifting balance as Craddick leads the House GOP.
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Quotes on Texas Legislature Surfaces in 1907 Debate
A collection of remarks from lawmakers and advocates on tax plans school funding abortion and reproductive rights and same sex marriage amid Texas legislative discussions. Quotes include Lt Gov Bullock Rep Craddick Sen Bivins Sen Shapiro Pauline Cashion and Rep Hopp with references to parental consent and government involvement in private life.
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Texas Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League
Bush and lawmakers brace for Texas property tax fight
Governor Bush and the Texas Legislature prepare to tackle a 10 billion year burden from local school property taxes. They weigh higher sales taxes a gross receipts tax on business and a business activity levy as potential trade offs, aiming to swap tax forms for real property tax relief while facing an election year and Democratic challenges.
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Neck protection patent aims to stop torso impact in sports
Cartwright develops a helmet mounted movable bar that transfers load from neck to shoulders to limit neck injury. By 1994 his prototype, aided by Ray Cruce of Permian Brace and Limb, shows promise though market rollout remains uncertain. Cartwright researchers neuroceuticals and seeks support from helmet makers and teams while citing Christopher Reeve as a reference point.
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Family dispute leads to robbery and threats in Salas Street
A man and his 33 year old brother battled during a family dispute. A woman with the man reported the suspect attacked and stole a $300 ring. Victims declined to press charges. The incident occurred Wednesday morning on Ven Street. One person was jailed Thursday night, with $32,500 bond. The suspect, tied to a robbery and unauthorized vehicle use, also faced a detainer from U S Border Patrol.
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Possession of Cocaine and Deadly Conduct Charges
Edward S. Mosley of 6112 N Dixie faced charges of possession of cocaine and deadly conduct. David Foster Alderidge of 9491 W 26th St was held without bond.
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David Foster Alderidge
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Odessa Woman Reports Home Burglary on Buchanan
A 46 year old Odessa resident reported a burglary at her Buchanan Street home Tuesday evening. Investigators noted damage to a door and window frame and missing items valued around $4300. No suspects named as the inquiry continues.
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Odessa teen reports armed robbery on Penbrook Street
A 19-year-old Odessa man says two suspects threatened him with a gun and demanded his beeper on Wednesday evening in the 3800 block of Penbrook Street. One juvenile was arrested and another suspect remains at large.
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Penbrook Street
Capitol Contempt Case Highlights McLaren Controversy
McLaren, 43, sought on civil contempt for failing to comply with orders in a Capitol dispute. The case mirrors ongoing clashes among state, federal authorities amid a high profile Senate confrontation and legal actions.
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