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Texans rank priorities for lawmakers
We’re learning more about what Texans want lawmakers to work on in Austin. The Texas Politics Project asked 1,200 people their priorities for this spring. NBC 5’s Phil Prazan reports it explains much of what’s happening this session.
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Texas legislature to discuss THC ban Monday
The push to possibly ban THC products continues in Austin as lawmakers weigh in on Senate Bill 3. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen has the details.
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Is this the last year for the Texas lottery? A House rep says it might be
Lone Star Politics speaks with Rep. Matt Shaheen, R – Plano, a longtime critic of the Texas lottery and member of the Sunset Advisory Commission, which reviews state agencies every twelve years. This year, the Lottery Commission is up for review and two controversial multi-million dollar payouts may be its death knell.
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How AI can be used in healthcare debated at Texas Legislature
Artificial intelligence is becoming a larger part of life, including in healthcare. Insurance companies can use it to root out fraud, but doctors worry it can also be used to tee up claim denials. NBC 5 political reporter Phil Prazan reports it’s up for debate in Austin.
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CBD shops monitoring bill that could ban THC products
Smoke shops in Dallas are monitoring Senate Bill 3, which could ban products that contain THC. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen has the details.
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Fewer Texas shops offering emissions tests after state law change
A new Texas law has led to more than 1,500 shops stopping emissions tests, making it harder for drivers to find a state-licensed inspection station. NBC 5 Investigates looks at the impact.
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Why it's getting harder to find an emissions testing shop in DFW
NBC 5 Investigates obtained data from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality showing more than 1,500 shops no longer offer emissions tests since Texas changed its inspection law, eliminating vehicle safety checks, but still requiring emissions tests in large urban counties.
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Texas Senate bill proposes ban on THC products
You can find them in smoke shops and many gas stations but Texas Senate Bill 3 is proposing a ban on the sale of THC products. A local CBD shop owner says this legislation would be a financial blow to business owners and the state. NBC 5’s Vince Sims has the story.
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CBD shops watching SB 3 closely that could ban THC products
Texas Senate Bill 3 proposes a ban on the sale of THC products and a local CBD shop owner says this legislation would be a financial blow to business owners and the state.
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Abbott orders investigation into Texas Lottery
Texas Lottery now says that online gaming services aren’t allowed under state law. NBC 5’s Alanna Quillen has the details.
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Texas Lottery bans third-party apps from selling tickets after scrutiny from lawmakers
The Texas Lottery says that online gaming services aren’t allowed under state law and will move forward with new rules to prohibit them. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has also opened an investigation into two wins. NBC 5’s Phil Prazan has the details on this developing story.
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Abbott orders inquiry, Texas Lottery blocks third-party apps from selling tickets online
After saying they couldn’t do anything to stop courier services from operating in the state, the Texas Lottery now says that online gaming services aren’t allowed under state law and will move forward with new rules to prohibit them.
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Proposed Senate bill aims to create public auto insurance option
Texas Sen. Roland Gutierrez proposed the Auto Insurance Public Option Act, a bill aimed at reducing auto insurance premiums with state-administered coverage.
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North Texans to lead new organization inspired by DOGE
The Texas House created a new organization inspired by billionaire Elon Musk and President Donald Trump – the committee on ‘Delivery of Government Efficiency’ or ‘DOGE’ and NBC 5’s Phil Prazan reports two North Texas lawmakers will lead it.
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Texas Senate votes unanimously to raise Homestead Exemption, sends bills to the House
The Texas Senate sent two bills to the Texas House on Thursday that will cut property taxes by again increasing the Homestead Exemption for property owners.
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Texas lawmakers again look to buy down local property taxes
Texas lawmakers in Austin again have a multi-billion dollar surplus. Again, some state leaders want to send money back to property owners and pay down local taxes by expanding the homestead exemption and buying down or “compressing” local tax rates.
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Could Texas lawmakers cut property taxes again?
Texas lawmakers again have a multi-billion dollar budget surplus. Some state leaders want to send that money back to property owners and pay down local taxes just like two years ago. NBC 5 political reporter Phil Prazan looks into those effects and the new idea from the newsroom.
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Texas Senate panel approves larger property tax homestead exemption
Proposals to cut property taxes by raising the Texas homestead exemption to $140,000 cleared a key hurdle Tuesday when a bipartisan committee voted unanimously to approve and send two bills to the full Senate.
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Texas Legislature considers paying much more for school safety
Will state legislators come close to increasing that allotment that districts say is necessary to fill the gap in funding armed security at schools?
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Texas education commissioner voices teacher pay concerns to panel of lawmakers
The state’s top education official briefed state lawmakers in Austin Monday morning. His message: focus money towards educators, not just school funding formulas.