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Hecklers interrupt Gov. Perry's speech

Hecklers have repeatedly interrupted a speech by Gov. Rick Perry, demanding that Texas expand the Medicaid program under the health care reform law.

Texas lawmakers approve part of water overhaul

Texas lawmakers have given final approval to an overhaul of the Texas Water Development Board as the state grapples with how to manage water resources amid

Lawmakers could face special session

One week to go, and the current Texas legislative session will be finished. But that does not mean lawmakers will go home for the summer.

House negotiator: Budget talks showing progress

Republicans control both chambers of the Texas Legislature, but that hasn't kept them from reaching an impasse over the state budget.

Perry greets president at ABIA

The Republican governor of Texas was on the tarmac at noon Thursday to greet the Democratic president of the United States at Austin Bergstrom International

Perry says he'll keep lawmakers in Austin unless they cut taxes

The governor touts Texas' business climate and says he'll greet President Obama when he arrives in Austin on Thursday.

Gun industry already thriving in Texas

In 2011, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives listed around 150 gun makers in Texas, from mom-and-pop shops to big companies.

Tax break bill swells to more than $1 billion

A major tax bill that is pivotal to Gov. Rick Perry's demand for tax relief has ballooned above $1 billion in potential breaks as debate gets under way in the

How gun control can affect the gun business

With some gun makers feeling unwelcome in their home states, Gov. Rick Perry says Texas will happily take their business.

Perry urges fight against gun control

Gov. Rick Perry and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz were among opening-day speakers at the NRA convention in Houston.

NRA official: 'Culture war' more than gun rights

National Rifle Association members are fighting a "culture war" that stretches beyond gun rights, the organization's incoming president said Friday.

Fixed tuition measure advances in House

Public universities in Texas would have to offer students fixed four-year tuition prices under a bill that has cleared a key House vote.

Perry welcomes gun-related business to Texas

Shield Tactical, a small business once located in California that sells firearms parts and related gear, formally made its move to Texas on Wednesday with Gov.

Perry says he will not sign budget without tax cut

The governor has proposed a $1.6 billion tax cut after the Texas economy bounced back from recession.

Gov. Perry's father-in-law dies at 92

Dr. Joe Eltidge Thigpen, the father of Texas first lady Anita Perry, has died, the Governor's Office said Tuesday. He was 92.

Senate votes to audit Perry Enterprise Fund

The Senate approved a bill Tuesday that requires auditors to closely scrutinize the decade-old program.

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