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Federal Red Snapper Season Opens June 1

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

The private recreational angler red snapper season in federal waters opens June 1. Red snapper fishing is open year-round in Texas state waters. Bag and size limits for federal and state waters will remain unchanged.

Texas Senate News

Senate Rolls Out Eight Billion Dollar School Finance Proposal

Richard Lee, Richard.lee@senate.texas.gov Texas Senate News

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

The Senate Committee on Education K-16 considered the session’s premiere education funding bill as lawmakers look to deliver on a promise to put more money into public education this session than ever before.

Robert M. Edsel

We Were Young, They Say. We Have Died. Remember Us.

News Staff

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

With the end of World War II in Europe, letters from American families seeking information about their loved ones began arriving at town halls across the southern Netherlands.

New Festival Establishes Fredericksburg as a Mecca for Cello Fans, Students

News Staff

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

World-class cello performances are coming to a Texas Hill Country town better known for its German heritage, wineries and honkytonks. For two weeks starting June 8, Fredericksburg will be a national hotspot for cello lovers, offering some of the best live cello music available anywhere.

Congressman August Pfluger

Rep. Pfluger Celebrates President Trump Signing of the TAKE IT DOWN Act

U.s. Congressman August Pfluger

Monday, May 19, 2025

Today, President Donald Trump signed the TAKE IT DOWN Act into law. Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), a co-lead of the legislation, joined the president and several colleagues at the White House to celebrate this historic moment to protect young Americans.

Texas House Passes Two Landmark Measures for Parental Rights

News Staff

Thursday, May 15, 2025

AUSTIN, TX — In a major victory for Texas families, the Texas Legislature has given initial approval to two key measures designed to give Texas families the strongest parental rights protections in the country.

Congressman August Pfluger

Rep. Pfluger Secures Big Wins in the "One, Big, Beautiful Bill"

U.s. Congressman August Pfluger

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee advanced a strong, commonsense reconciliation bill after over twenty-six hours of debate. Upon passage, Rep. Pfluger released the following statement.

National Federation of Independent Business

NFIB Applauds Passage of Bill Cutting Texas’s Inventory Tax

News Staff

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

AUSTIN (May 14, 2025) – NFIB State Director Jeff Burdett today applauded the Texas Senate for passing House Bill 9, a measure that would reduce the property tax burden on small businesses by increasing the exemption for business personal property.

Re-Opening “Sneak Preview” Event of TFFC Renovations

The Texas Parks And Wildlife Department

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) will host a re-opening “sneak preview” event May 29 to celebrate the completion of major renovations. TFFC will officially re-open to the public Tuesday, July 1.

Texas Game Wardens Urge Safety Ahead of Safe Boating Week

News Staff

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Texas Game Wardens and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urge boaters to make safety their top priority as they kick off National Safe Boating Week, May 17–23.With about 1.

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