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Could this be the end for the Texas Railroad Commission?

star-telegram.com — The Texas Railroad Commission's days could be numbered. The commission, which regulates the oil and gas industry, appeared late Friday to be in danger of shutting down unless its supporters are able to stage a last-minute maneuver to save the 122-year-old agency in the remaining three days of the legislative session.

A special session may be on the horizon for Texas lawmakers

star-telegram.com — In the waning days of the 83rd legislative session, some lawmakers see more than light at the end of this 140-day tunnel. They see a special session. "At this point in the session, everyone thinks there will be a special session," said Sen. Jane Nelson, R-Flower Mound.

Gov. Rick Perry visits in the Texas House

blogs.star-telegram.com — AUSTIN -- Texas Gov. Rick Perry stopped by the Texas House of Representatives Friday, wanting to greet a few people being honored by memorial resolutions. While there, he shook a lot of hands and greeted a lot of members. He even stopped by the desk of state Rep.

Texas lawmakers approve a fair pay bill

star-telegram.com — A fair wage for a fair day's work. That's all state Sen. Wendy Davis, D-Fort Worth, and state Rep. Senfronia Thompson, D-Houston, say they want - for everyone. That's why they worked together to pass a bill designed to prevent pay discrimination against women, because women on the average are paid only 77 cents for every $1 earned by men for the same job.

Bill allowing concealed handguns on college campuses draws blanks

star-telegram.com — One of the biggest gun bills this session - allowing students with concealed handgun licenses to carry their firearms on college campuses and in their classes - appeared to die quietly Wednesday. State Sen. Brian Birdwell, R-Granbury, said his bill essentially was held hostage by Democrats.

News, Videos & Commentary about Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas, Texas, Cowboys & more

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Bill to require drug tests for Texans on welfare derailed

star-telegram.com — A North Texan's plan to require drug tests for Texans on welfare was talked to death by Democrats this week, creating a near-meltdown in the House as dozens of bills died in its wake. Tarrant County members were front and center in the drama that unfolded late Tuesday night over the bill by Sen.

News, Videos & Commentary about Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas, Texas, Cowboys & more

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Water plan complicates passage of budget deal in Texas House

star-telegram.com — Legislative leaders confronted more delays Tuesday in trying to finalize a state budget agreement as House members deferred action on one key component - a far-reaching water plan - to sidestep a fatal deadline.

Texas lawmakers: Don’t sell sugary drinks in elementary and middle schools

star-telegram.com — Have more to add? News tip? Tell us Texas lawmakers had a message for some of the state's youngest students Tuesday: Stop drinking sugary drinks. That's why the Texas Senate gave final approval - with little debate - to a measure that would prevent public elementary and middle schools from selling sugary drinks at school during school hours.

New Texas law prevents shelter animals from being euthanized in gas chambers

star-telegram.com — Source: Texas Legislature Online Have more to add? News tip? Tell us The gas chambers will soon be gone. Now that there's a new law on the books protecting stray cats and dogs at shelters from dying by carbon monoxide poisoning - as they have in some Texas communities for decades - those chambers will be mothballed.

Texans hope to win a record $600 million Powerball jackpot

star-telegram.com — Top 10 World Record Lottery Jackpots The Powerball jackpot jumped Friday to $600 million. Here's a look at the top 10 world record lottery jackpots. 1. $656.0 million, Mega Millions, March 30, 2012 (3 tickets from Kansas, Illinois and Maryland) 2. $587.5 million, Powerball, Nov. 28, 2012 (2 tickets from Arizona and Missouri) 3.