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Sudden upheavals have been witnessed at the University of Texas at Austin, with pro-Palestinian protests turning intense and resulting in numerous arrests. College campuses nationwide, including UT Austin, UT Dallas, and Columbia University, have seen pro-Palestinian protests escalate. At UT Austin, 57 individuals were taken into custody following their refusal to disperse upon police orders. The response from UT Austin President Jay Hartzell emphasized the importance of peaceful protests within the framework of institutional rules. He made it clear that any disruption to the learning environment would not be tolerated. Republican State Sen. Brandon Creighton hailed the university's response, whereas Democratic State Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer had a different viewpoint. He questio...

As we gear up for the new year, Texas is set to implement a series of new laws that will undoubtedly impact its residents. From changes in healthcare to adjustments in education, these new regulations will influence various aspects of daily life. Modification to Texas tax code make up a significant portion of the new laws taking effect on New Year's Day, with a total of 19 measures set to become active. The two major bills address assessment review boards, which set property taxes for homes within designated assessment districts. HB796 creates a publicly available Internet database of information related to hearings conducted by assessment review boards. HB4101 Establishes a set of rules aimed at protecting appraisal review board protests. The Kroger-Albertsons Grocery Merger Lawsuit...

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Texas Political Scene Reacts to Pro-Palestinian Demonstrations at UT Austin

Texas new laws go into effect on January 1, 2024