Texas, Abbott and session
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The 89th Texas Legislature adjourned June 2, enacting several new laws — including a few that may have flown under your radar.
The final day has passed for Governor Abbott to veto legislation that was approved during Texas’ 89th Legislature Regular Session. While the governor has called a special session commencing July 21, he has not identified any tax bills for further consideration.
The 89th Texas Legislature adjourned earlier this month after weighing thousands of bills — but not all of them made it to the governor’s desk.
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The 89th Texas Legislative Session brought sweeping changes to public education from major funding increases to the launch of the state’s first-ever education savings account program.