The Texas Legislature kicks off its new session today

What happened today as the 89th Texas Legislature began?
Lawmakers will debate the future of public education, find ways to spend nearly $200 billion in tax money and wrangle over divisive issues over the next
Texas Legislature's 89th session will start Tuesday. Who are key players you should know?
The 89th Texas Legislature will convene Tuesday. Here are some of the members who will help shape state policies.
Texas Legislature back at work for 89th Legislative Session
Dustin Burrows was elected house speaker, filling the role previously held by Dade Phelan.
What to watch as Texas Legislature convenes to kick off its 89th session
From debating school vouchers and improving the state's water supply to reining in property taxes, the GOP-led body will look to pass its conservative priorities amid fighting within the party.
Here's what to expect as Texas Legislature heads back in session
The 89th Texas legislative session begins, addressing key issues like education, LGBTQ+ rights, abortion, cannabis, and immigration.
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Texas’ 89th legislative session begins Tuesday – and as of Sunday night, state lawmakers had already filed more than 2,500 bills.
The Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching.
From debating school vouchers and improving the state’s water supply to reining in property taxes, the GOP-led body will look to pass its conservative priorities amid fighting within the party.
Texas Legislature is back in session. See photos from inside the Senate, House chambers
The 2025 legislative session gaveled to order Tuesday with lawmakers and top Texas leaders returning to Austin.
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The Texas Legislature kicks off its new session today in Austin
The biggest thing to watch on day one of Texas’ 89th Legislative Session? Who the Texas House of Representatives chooses to be the next House speaker.
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Dustin Burrows voted as next Texas House Speaker
Lubbock, was voted as next Texas House Speaker after a runoff on Tuesday as the 89th legislative session kicked off Tuesday.
Brazos Valley lawmakers discuss plans to address water rights in legislative session
While the session is still early, lawmakers are ready to address the issues at hand and protect water resources in the Brazos Valley.