Lawmakers Study Election Tech, Early-Voting Rollout in Interim Hearings
The House Elections Committee spent the first week of August reviewing new voting technology and how the state is implementing SB 2753's early- and Election Day-voting integration.
State Extends SNAP Replacement-Benefit Deadline After July Flooding
Texas Health and Human Services won federal approval to give flood-affected households more time to apply for replacement benefits after food was lost or destroyed in July's flooding.
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U.S. Economy Unexpectedly Shed Jobs in July; Texas Market Holds Steadier
The Labor Department reported a surprise drop in July payrolls amid inflation and Iran-war-related uncertainty, while Texas employment data show a comparatively steadier rebound heading into fall.
Texas Sheriffs Face December Deadline to Sign ICE Cooperation Deals
SB 8 requires every Texas sheriff who runs a jail to enter a 287(g) enforcement agreement with ICE; the law took effect Jan. 1, with full compliance required by Dec. 1, 2026.
Oil Prices Steady as Strait of Hormuz Reopens, Permian Rigs Tick Up
Crude settled near $82 a barrel after the U.S. and Iran signed a deal reopening the Strait of Hormuz; the Permian Basin added rigs as production is forecast to keep climbing modestly through 2026.
Abbott, Hinojosa Win Governor's Race Primaries
Gov. Greg Abbott secured the Republican nomination for a fourth term on March 3, while Gina Hinojosa emerged from a crowded Democratic field that included Andrew White and Chris Bell.
General Election Set: Abbott vs. Hinojosa vs. Mack Raphoon
The November 3 governor's race is a three-way contest: incumbent Republican Greg Abbott, Democrat Gina Hinojosa, and Jenn Mack Raphoon.
Texas Primary Turnout Hits All-Time High, Democrats Lead Surge
About 4.4–4.5 million Texans voted in the March primaries — topping the previous 2008 record — with Democratic turnout edging out Republican turnout.