Lone Star Politics

Texas lawmakers filed hundreds of bills before the next session starts in January, including one to take cell phones out of students hands across the state. The cryptocurrency industry put lots of money into the election, so what does the industry want in return? Plus voting problems during the 2024 election.

Lawmakers may change the state’s anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion law to rid public universities of degrees and curricula that don’t translate into jobs after college.

The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether the neighboring country of Mexico can file lawsuits against American gun companies.

President-elect Trump confirmed online he will call a national emergency to begin a large deportation program with the military when he takes office in January.

On Lone Star Politics, hear from Rep. Julie Johnson and a former Trump cabinet member. Plus, we hear from a Dallas City Councilmember about big changes and the next steps after the election. NBC 5’s Phil Prazan and Gromer Jeffers with The Dallas Morning News bring you the latest in Texas politics.

Collin County Elections Administrator Bruce Sherbert is retiring after 44 years working in elections administration.

The largest proposed change may be an education overhaul which could impact every school district in the state.

This week we will find out if a Texan will become one of the most powerful people in the country.

On Lone Star Politics, several Decision 2024 developments following Tuesday’s vote. NBC 5’s Phil Prazan and Gromer Jeffers with The Dallas Morning News bring you the latest of Texas politics. Plus, an interview with Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa just before he decided to resign his position. 

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says school choice will be among his legislative priorities for the upcoming session and has designated it SB2.

Gilberto Hinojosa, the chairman of the Texas Democratic Party, says he’s stepping down as the party leader in Texas and will hand over the reigns to a younger generation.

Dallas voters approved two measures – including one requiring the hiring of 900 police officers – as part of changes to the city’s charter.

Attorney General Ken Paxton endorses three conservative candidates, giving Republicans control in Texas’ Court of Criminal Appeals.