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Texas Shooting Incident Kills 1, Injures 4 Others, Suspects Still At Large
A shooting incident in Texas killed one and injured four others while the suspects are still at large. Suspects at Large Kill Woman, Injure Four Others in Shooting Incident in Texas Suspects at large fatally shot a 27-year-old woman identified as Tyesha Merritt and injured her brother and his three children in a shooting incident…
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Progressive Judge in Texas says illegal immigrants can be eligible forĀ universal basic income
According to Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, a new plan would let illegal immigrants getĀ a universal basic income. According to the Harris County Democrats’ Uplift Harris pilot program, 1,500 households could each get $500 per month for 18 months from the $20.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act money. On Tuesday, when the scheme was…
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Recent Texas legislation prohibits COVID masks, vaccinations, and shutdown requirements, yet some Republicans demand extra
Gov. Greg Abbott has been under constant fire from other Republicans for his reaction to the COVID-19 outbreak, from forcing closures of companies right away to dealing with vaccine mandates afterward. This year, Abbott made a final effort to calm his opponents by pleading with senators to give priority to legislation that would “end limitations…
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A Texas Woman Suffering From A Fatal Gunshot Wound In Her Home And Declared her Dead
ROWLETT, Texas (TCD) — A 78-year-old woman was shot dead by an 83-year-old man allegedly after an argument about her new relationship. According to a press statement from the Rowlett Police Department, officers responded to a complaint of an unconscious person in the 8500 block of Seafield Lane on Saturday, June 3, at about…
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Property Tax Break To Provide Relief To Homeowners In Texas Will Undergo Several Special Sessions
A property tax break aiming to provide relief to Texas homeowners will undergo several special sessions. Texas Homeowners Will Expect Up To $12.3 Billion in Property Tax Break Under New Proposal Several homeowners in Texas expect to receive a property tax break of up to $12.3 billion under a new proposed plan focusing on cutting…
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Texas Teachers Advocate for Increased Public Education Funding and Reject School Vouchers
Conrad, an experienced educator of 17 years, recently took part in a press conference at the Texas State Capitol to voice her concerns against Senate Bill 8 (SB8), which proposed the implementation of school vouchers. Texas teachers like Tammy Conrad continue to work tirelessly to advocate for changes in the education system She strongly…
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott Sets Sights on Property Tax Elimination Amid Legislature Dispute
In a recent public appearance with the head of a conservative think tank, Abbott focused on the achievements of the recently concluded regular legislative session. Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has expressed his long-term goal of completely eliminating property taxes in the state Although he refrained from taking a stance on the ongoing dispute between…
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Texas Sales Tax Revenue Increased 4.1% In May 2022
(AUSTIN) ā According to Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar, state sales tax collections in May totaled $3.84 billion, 4.1 percent more than in May 2022. The majority of May’s sales tax collection is based on April sales that were paid to the agency in May. Remittances From Other Sectors Stalled, With Retail Trade Receipts Falling Below…
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Proposal for Texas Property Tax Relief Spurs Tension Between Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov Patrick
The proposal for the Texas property tax relief led to tension between Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick. Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov. Patrickās Rare Disagreement Over the Proposal for Texas Property Tax Relief Following the proposal for the Texas property tax relief, Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick had a…
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Eligible Taxpayers To Receive Property Tax Relief In Texas
Eligible taxpayers will receive property tax relief in Texas. Eligible Taxpayers in Texas Will Expect Property Tax Relief Following Proposals The eligible taxpayers will expect property tax relief after Texas officials proposed to reduce the property taxes in the state, which will benefit several taxpayers in need. Under the property tax relief plans, eligible taxpayers…