UT San Antonio dental school nears reality in Austin
The House State Affairs Committee approved HB 79 to create the University of Texas at San Antonio dental school while the broader UT San Antonio university bill stalled in committee. Lawmakers urged budget caution amid a $430 million deficit and debates over four proposed new colleges.
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Lawmakers clash over limited licenses for suspended drivers
Texas legislators debate a bill by Sen. William Moore to grant district judges authority to issue limited licenses to workers with suspended credentials. Rep. Evans urges county level control and Rep. Shannon seeks to prevent probation tied license revocation. House votes 106-38 to tentatively pass, 76-60 on a related amendment.
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Lawmakers Push Plan to Add 23 New District Courts
The House Judicial District Committee backed a master plan to create 23 new district courts in Texas, including two in Bexar County. Rep Renal B Rosson said a subcommittee will refine the omnibus bill and it should exit committee next week. The bill would establish the 243rd and 244th judicial districts.
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Austin House AI Committee Advances Bill
The House State AI Committee moved a measure forward amid debate over technology standards and regulatory oversight. Supporters say the bill would establish clearer guidelines for artificial intelligence use in state agencies, while opponents warn of potential overreach and privacy concerns.
Profit Shown By Data Processing Service Bureaus
The United States hosts more than 1,000 data processing service bureaus with gross receipts around 700 million dollars in the last year.
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Istanbul and Constantinople historical name note
In a brief reference the city of Istanbul notes its former name Constantinople and invites readers to explore opportunities in Light Want Ads.
Medic Bill Shifts Consent Raises Parental Approval Issue
Rep Fred Head of Tyler has introduced a bill to let adult relatives authorize medical aid for a minor if parents cannot be contacted. Present law requires parental consent, though hospitals sometimes act in emergencies. Joe Garrison of Austin told the House Public Health committee the measure targets children whose welfare parents are absent and left with relatives.
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Identical House Bills Baffle Interior Subcommittee
A House Interior subcommittee confronted two identical bills by Rep Eligio de la Garza D Texas about Padre Island National Seashore Texas. A page misplaced the first bill and the sponsor then reintroduced a second version, prompting questions over why two bills existed.
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Dope Raid Uncovers Python in Rhode Island Home
Dope squad officers searching a Rhode Island residence on Indian Road found a seven foot python in the basement. An officer recalled being stunned but told the snake was harmless and no narcotics were sought under it.
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Farm trailer speed limit bill moves forward
The Senate State Affairs Committee favorably recommends a bill by Sen. Bill Moore Bryan to raise the farm trailer speed limit from 30 to 45 mph and lift the $5 license plate weight limit from 10 000 to 15 000 pounds A committee substitute was approved and sent out of committee as the bill advances to the Senate for consideration.
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Public Hospital Employees Retirement Credit Bill Advancing
Senate committee reports SB 318 to grant prior service retirement credit to employees of public hospitals utilities or facilities for service while operated by predecessor city county or public agency. Subcommittee chair Chet Brooks recommends passage.
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Medicaid Pay To Be Reviewed
HEW to review state methods for reimbursing doctors under Medicaid. Secretary Robert H. Finch names Dr James Haughton to direct the review. HEW aims to publish new regulations by July 1.
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