Perry faces tough talk on border as immigration debate simmers
The Texas governor at Heritage Foundation events questions unsecured border risks, while critics cite lack of evidence. The piece urges practical reform through a bipartisan package including border security, illegal hiring crackdowns, and a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, urging cooperation with Mexico and highlighting California Governor Jerry Brown as a pragmatic contrast.
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Water reuse gains traction in Texas across cities and districts
Legislators and agencies push to promote water reuse as a smart, lawful path to drought resilience. Projects in Wichita Falls Big Spring Austin San Antonio and Houston area districts expand reuse to serve municipal industrial and drilling needs while revisiting rules at TCEQ and Railroad Commission to reduce barriers. Representative Callegari notes Katy and west Harris County areas support and advocate for policy and funding to accelerate deployment.
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Odessa American invites positive or negative comments about current topics while praising participants in the Ector County Fair junior livestock show. Readers may email items to a letters address to submit a thumbs nomination.
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