News Tipoffs - Texas Editors
Americans for Tax Reform Issues Commentary: Labor Day - Americans Flee Forced-Unionism States and Move to Right-to-Work States
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary:
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Labor Day: Americans Flee Forced-Unionism States and Move to Right-to-Work States
By John Kartch
Americans are moving to Right-to-Work states and moving away from forced unionism states, per data pulled from the 2026 U-Haul Growth Index
-Among the top ten growth states in the U-Haul index, nine have a Right-to-Work law that protects workers from being forced to pay dues to union bosses as a condition of e
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Americans United for Separation of Church and State: Texas Social Studies Standards Favor Christianity, Disparage Islam
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 -- Americans United for Separation of Church and State issued the following news on Sept. 4, 2026:
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Texas social studies standards favor Christianity, disparage Islam
Americans United for Separation of Church and State President and CEO Rachel Laser issued the following statement in response to the Texas State Board of Education today adopting revised high school social studies standards that favor Christianity and disparage Islam, in violation of the U.S. and Texas C
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APHIS: Texas Modifies New World Screwworm Infested Zone in Texas
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service issued the following news:
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Texas Modifies New World Screwworm Infested Zone in Texas
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) has modified a New World screwworm (NWS) infested zone in Texas, with concurrence from USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). This action comes after state and federal subject matter experts confirmed that portions of the area met requirements
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Texas Democratic Party: Tucker Carlson - Greg Abbott is "...about to Lose" in November
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 5 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following news release on Sept. 3, 2026:
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Tucker Carlson: Greg Abbott is "...about to lose" in November
DALLAS, TX -- On The Tucker Carlson Show this week, far-right MAGA influencer and former FOX News host Tucker Carlson said the quiet part outloud: Greg Abbott is "...about to lose" his bid for a fourth term this November. Carlson made the stunning prediction during a conversation about Abbott's bait-and-switch on AI data c
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BLM Proposes Expansion of Energy Opportunities in Carlsbad Plan
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management issued the following news release:
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BLM Proposes Expansion of Energy Opportunities in Carlsbad Plan
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CARLSBAD, N.M. -Public lands in southeastern New Mexico will advance the nation's surge toward Energy Dominance under a proposed final revision to a land-use plan for the Carlsbad Field Office. The proposed resource management plan would make 97% of public lands managed by the field office available for
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Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: It's Time for Teacher Salary Reform. What are Minnesota's Options?
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, Sept. 5 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary:
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It's time for teacher salary reform. What are Minnesota's options?
Written by Josiah Padley
Minnesota teacher pay is broken. It's time to refresh the entire system and pay teachers as professionals.
The average Minnesota teacher makes a salary of $77,655 (plus benefits), according to the Minnesota Pr
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Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: 6-Week-Old Amish Infant With Fatal Genetic Condition Died From Measles, Coroner Confirms
FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Sept. 5 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Henrick Karoliszyn, investigative reporter for The Defender:
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6-Week-Old Amish Infant With Fatal Genetic Condition Died From Measles, Coroner Confirms
Lancaster County Coroner Stephen Diamontoni today told the media that a Pennsylvania infant died from measles. Diamo
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Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: Adviser to RFK Jr. Investigating 2,500 COVID Vaccine Deaths in Military
FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Sept. 5 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Michael Nevradakis, senior reporter for The Defender:
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New Adviser to RFK Jr. Investigating 2,500 COVID Vaccine Deaths in Military
Dr. Theresa Long, a longtime Army doctor board-certified in aerospace medicine, has been named senior medical military adviser to U.S. H
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Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: U.S. Supreme Court Rejects New York Healthcare Workers' Bid to Revive COVID Vaccine Mandate Lawsuit
FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Sept. 5 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Brenda Baletti, senior reporter for The Defender.
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U.S. Supreme Court Rejects New York Healthcare Workers' Bid to Revive COVID Vaccine Mandate Lawsuit
The U.S. Supreme Court today declined for a second time to take up a case brought by New York healthcare workers who
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Committee on Small Business Announces September Hearing Schedule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 -- Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, chairman of the House Small Business Committee, issued the following news release:
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Committee on Small Business Announces September Hearing Schedule
Today, the House Committee on Small Business announced its September hearing schedule.
Rural Development, Energy, and Supply Chains Subcommittee Hearing: "Fueling the Golden Age: Future Resource Needs and Small Business Opportunity"
* Date & Time: Wednesday, September 2nd at 10:00 AM ET
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Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: Across the Map - Democrats in Key Senate Races Campaign on Addressing GOP Affordability Crisis, Bringing Down Costs, and Making Life Easier
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Sept. 4, 2026:
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ACROSS THE MAP: Democrats in Key Senate Races Campaign on Addressing GOP Affordability Crisis, Bringing Down Costs, and Making Life Easier
Across the country, Democratic Senate candidates are centering their campaigns on addressing the affordability crisis created by Republicans' toxic, price-spiking agenda, while slamming their opponents for supporting it.
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Federal Judge Blocks Unlawful New USPS Rule on Mail Voting
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 [Category: Political] -- The Campaign Legal Center posted the following news release:
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Federal Judge Blocks Unlawful New USPS Rule on Mail Voting
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BOSTON -Today, a federal judge for the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts issued a new order blocking the United States Postal Service (USPS) rule that would have implemented last-minute and confusing changes to mail voting at the behest of the president's unlawful March 2026 executive order.
Earlier t
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Federal Register: EPA Releases Weekly Receipt of Environmental Impact Statements for Defense, Transit, Wildlife Projects in 8 States
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued the following action in the Federal Register.
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Environmental Impact Statements; Notice of Availability
Responsible Agency: Office of Federal Activities, General Information 202-993-3272 or https://www.epa.gov/nepa.
Weekly receipt of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS)
Filed August 24, 2026 10 a.m. EST Through August 31, 2026 10 a.m. EST
Pursuant to CEQ Guidance on 42 U.S.C. 4332.
Notice
Section 309(a) o
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Federal Register: FAA Clears SpaceX Starship Pacific Reentry Plan With Final Environmental Approval
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following action in the Federal Register.
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Notice of Availability on the Final Tiered Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for SpaceX Starship Reentry Contingency Operations in the Pacific Ocean and Additional Starship Landing Trajectory
In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA), DOT Order 5610.1D, DOT's Procedu
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Federal Register: Financial Crimes Enforcement Network Issues Targeting Order Forcing Southwest Border Money Businesses to Track $1K+ Cash Transfers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued the following action in the Federal Register.
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Geographic Targeting Order Imposing Recordkeeping and Reporting Requirements on Certain Money Services Businesses Along the Southwest Border
FinCEN is issuing this Geographic Targeting Order, requiring certain money services businesses along the southwest border of the United States to report and retain records of transactions in cu
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Federal Register: HUD Announces Over $255 Million in FY 2026 Housing Trust Fund Allocations for Affordable Housing
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issued the following action in the Federal Register.
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Housing Trust Fund: Fiscal Year 2026 Allocation Notice
The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HERA) established the Housing Trust Fund (HTF) to be administered by HUD. Pursuant to the Federal Housing Enterprises Financial Security and Soundness Act of 1992, as amended by HERA, eligible HTF grantees are the 50 states, the District of Columbia, t
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Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Issues August 2026 Beige Book
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas issued the following August 2026 Beige Book:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Eleventh District expanded moderately over the reporting period. Growth picked up in the manufacturing, banking, and energy sectors, while it slowed in nonfinancial services. Retail sales increased but auto sales remained soft. Agriculture conditions deteriorated due to drought conditions, but wheat and cotton prices improved. Emplo
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Governor Abbott Requests Federal Disaster Assistance For Three Additional Counties Following Summer Severe Storms And Flooding
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 4 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Governor Abbott Requests Federal Disaster Assistance For Three Additional Counties Following Summer Severe Storms And Flooding
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Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to request that Grimes, Live Oak, and McMullen counties be added to President Donald J. Trump's Major Disaster Declaration following the July severe storms and flooding that impacted comm
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Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce SNAP Replacement Benefits Extension For Bexar County Residents Affected By Storms
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 5 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce SNAP Replacement Benefits Extension For Bexar County Residents Affected By Storms
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Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) received federal approval to extend the time Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in Bexar County can apply for replacement benefits for food lost or destroyed by recen
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Institute for Justice: Freeport, Texas, Family to Appeal in Case to Keep Their Land From Port's Eminent Domain Abuse
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 5 -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release on Sept. 3, 2026:
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Freeport, Texas, Family to Appeal in Case to Keep Their Land From Port's Eminent Domain Abuse
Freeport, Texas--Yesterday, a Texas trial court granted a motion for summary judgment against a group of property owners in Freeport's historically Black community of East End. The ruling comes after the Texas Court of Appeals rejected a previous attempt to seize the land and remanded t
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Kansas State University: Universal Language of Learning
MANHATTAN, Kansas, Sept. 2 -- Kansas State University issued the following news:
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The universal language of learning
On a College of Education study abroad trip to Costa Rica, K-State students discovered that connection matters, no matter the classroom.
By Rafael Garcia, K-State News and Communications Services
For a little over a week this summer, several Kansas State University College of Education students walked through the rainforest each morning to get to school.
The destination
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Major Gift Funds a Legacy of Hope for All Mississippians
OXFORD, Mississippi, Sept. 5 -- The University of Mississippi posted the following news:
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Major Gift Funds a Legacy of Hope for All Mississippians
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OXFORD, Miss. - A $1 million gift of appreciated stock to the University of Mississippi Medical Center will bring world-class cancer treatment closer to home for Mississippi families while honoring the donor's wife.
For more than four decades, Jackson attorney Ron Yarbrough built a distinguished legal career representing clients in some o
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NHTSA Opens Investigation Into Tesla Cybercab Self-Certification Following Austin Deployment
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the following news release on Sept. 4, 2026:
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NHTSA Opens Investigation into Tesla Cybercab Self-Certification Following Austin Deployment
The US Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today announced that it has opened an Audit Query (AQ) to investigate Tesla's certification that its new Cybercab meets all applicable Federal Mo
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Texas Democratic Party: Greg Abbott Admits "No One" Has "Any Idea" What's Going on With Data Centers in the State He Currently Leads
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 5 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following news release on Sept. 4, 2026:
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Greg Abbott Admits "No One" Has "Any Idea" What's Going on with Data Centers in the State He Currently Leads
DALLAS, TX -- During a campaign stop in Lubbock on Friday, Greg Abbott admitted that "no one" has "any idea" about what's happening with data centers in Texas - the state he's currently in charge of - and the one he thinks he deserves to lead for four more years. Abbott also s
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