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These measures touch nearly every aspect of life, from education and healthcare to public safety, property rules and support for first responders. With so many changes coming at once, Texans can expect a variety of noticeable impacts on their daily lives.

House Bill 35 goes into effect on Sept. 1, creating a new program that aims to connect firefighters and EMS workers across Texas with peer-to-peer mental health support.

Arrington represents Lubbock in Congress. Creighton is a longtime state lawmaker.

House Bill 2038 makes it easier for foreign doctors to get licensed in Texas — but not all are allowed.

Bear Creek State Park in Uvalde County will grant visitors access to streams, canyons, and hiking trails along the Frio River.

Emails show how overwhelmed West Texas officials were as they asked CDC for guidance on how to respond to the explosive outbreak.

Dubbed a "parent rights" bills, Senate Bill 12 bans DEI programs in K-12 schools — and prohibits clubs LGBTQ+ students say are vital resources.

The lawsuit, filed on behalf of 13 Texas residents, states that the redrawn districts in the new map — which Gov. Greg Abbott says he'll "swiftly" sign into law — are racially discriminatory and violate voter protection laws.

Republican lawmakers are poised to push the map through over fierce Democratic opposition, positioning the GOP to net up to five additional seats in Texas.

It's been nearly two months since floodwaters tore through the Texas Hill Country, leaving more than 130 people dead.