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Legislature Opens as Austin Prepares for Busy Session
The 56th Legislature meets on Tuesday January 13 in Austin bringing hundreds of newcomers to the capital for five to six months. Gov Price Daniel’s inauguration follows a week later with parades receptions and many social events. Leaders face tax and debt issues while education highways safety water and insurance bills loom with proposals to raise spending set at 2 311 434 306 for 1960 61 and a need for 185 million more in new revenue.
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Lubbock
Joe Burkett Jr
Kerrville
Zaolie Steakley
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Hale-Alkin Committee of 24
Commission On Higher, Education
Arlington State College
University of Texas
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Highway Commission
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Texas
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State Banking Commission
Legislative Council
Board of Insurance