Two months into the 89th Texas legislative session, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced a second slate of priority bills he hopes the Senate will approve this session as lawmakers in the upper chamber ...

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who presides over the Senate, emphasized his support for well-compensated teachers and reiterated that he views teaching as a profession. "I believe teaching is a ...

U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell has said he will not run for reelection in 2026, opening up a U.S. Senate seat he's held since 1984. Former Attorney General Daniel Cameron has announced he's running.

AUSTIN, Texas — On Thursday evening, state lawmakers spent several hours hearing testimony on a bill that would restrict who can own land in Texas. Senate Bill 17 would block people from nations ...

(The Texas Tribune) The Texas Senate approved priority school funding legislation Wednesday that would provide pay raises to teachers based on years of experience, expand a state program that ...

Senate Bill 26, filed Tuesday, would give raises to teachers based on their experience and performance. Credit: Azul Sordo for The Texas Tribune Audio recording is automated for accessibility.