The Brief: May 30, 2013
A burst of political jockeying — sparked by a surprise retirement announcement — lit up the third day of the special session. Full Story
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TribCast: End of Session, Special Session and 2014
Evan, Morgan, Ben and Reeve review the end of the regular session, the abrupt start of the special session and the latest news about possible 2014 candidates for statewide office. Full Story
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Agenda Texas: Water Plan Goes to Voters
On the latest Agenda Texas, from KUT News and the Tribune: Lawmakers ended the regular session declaring victory on water, but will voters agree to fund the projects lawmakers say the state desperately needs? Full Story
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The Evening Brief: May 29, 2013
Your evening reading: Combs' retirement announcement sets off 2014 scramble; redistricting lawyers recommend keeping state Senate maps; court ruling could shake up state water plan Full Story
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Despite Lawmakers' Concerns, UT Regent's Requests Continue
Lawmakers have expressed concerns about the investigative approach of the University of Texas System Board of Regents. But based on a request made this week, at least one regent appears undeterred. Full Story
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Comptroller Susan Combs Won't Seek Re-election
Comptroller Susan Combs announced Wednesday that she will not seek re-election and that she is retiring from public office at the end of her term. Full Story
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Fort Worth Floats Idea of Privatizing Water Services
The city of Fort Worth has appointed a task force to see whether the city might save money by putting some of its water services in public-private partnerships. Experts say a number of issues could arise if such partnerships are instituted. Full Story
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Phil Adams: The TT Interview
The new Texas A&M University System chairman on the governor's role in higher education, the Texas Public Policy Foundation, massive open online courses and the redevelopment of Kyle Field. Full Story
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The Brief: May 29, 2013
The special session has brought the state's dormant redistricting fight back to life — but maybe not for long. Full Story
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Redistricting Lawyers: Keep the Senate Maps for 2014
UPDATED: At a federal redistricting hearing in San Antonio, lawyers for the state and the various plaintiffs agreed that the state Senate maps used in 2012 should be left as is for the 2014 elections. But they still differ on the House and Congress plans. Full Story
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Court Ruling Could Lead to Shakeup of Water Plan
Just as Gov. Rick Perry and lawmakers finalize plans to spend $2 billion on water-supply projects around the state, a court decision could force Texas to rethink its water-planning process. Full Story
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Senator Aims to Revive Campus Construction Bill
State Sen. Kel Seliger, R-Amarillo, has refiled a bill for the special session that would authorize billions of dollars in bonds for construction projects on college campuses across Texas. Full Story
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Interactive: How Perry Uses His Veto Power
As the longest-serving Texas governor, Rick Perry has vetoed his share of bills — 275 of them since taking office in December 2000. Use our interactive to see the history of Perry's veto power. Full Story
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Agenda Texas: Redistricting Court Battle
On the latest Agenda Texas, from KUT News and the Tribune: The special session on redistricting is under way, but unlike previous redistricting efforts in Texas, most of the action this time may not take place at the Capitol. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: May 28, 2013
Your evening reading: Perry signs water bill; senators hope to revive transportation funding plan; New York GOP congressman boycotting Cruz dinner Full Story
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Craddick Faults Nichols Over Texting-While-Driving Bill
State Rep. Tom Craddick, who authored a bill that would have made texting while driving a criminal offense in Texas, is pointing the finger at Senate Transportation Chairman Robert Nichols over the measure's failure. Full Story
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Supreme Court Sides With Inmates Seeking to Appeal Convictions
A U.S. Supreme Court ruling issued Tuesday in a case involving a Texas man will make it easier for inmates to appeal their convictions in federal courts on the basis of poor legal representation. Full Story
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Senators Hope to Revive Plan to Fund Roads
A plan to fund Texas highway construction by diverting half of the money that currently feeds the state's Rainy Day Fund could find new life in a special session. Full Story
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Perry Hails Water Bill, is Evasive on His Future
Gov. Rick Perry signed a major water infrastructure bill into law on May 28. Speaking to reporters afterward, he remained coy about his political future and wouldn't say if he will add any items to the special session agenda. Full Story
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Mostyn Announces $135 Million TWIA Settlement
Negotiators have reached a final settlement for the majority of remaining claimants in the multi-year legal battle over the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, Houston attorney Steve Mostyn said on Tuesday. Full Story
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