San Marcos becomes the first Texas city to ban data centers, testing its local control
Read full article: San Marcos becomes the first Texas city to ban data centers, testing its local controlAs Texas counties have faced hurdles to curb the rapid growth of data center developments, cities could have more success with banning them through their zoning laws, land experts say.
Texas Republicans have tried to rein in property taxes for five years. Has it worked?
Read full article: Texas Republicans have tried to rein in property taxes for five years. Has it worked?Texas has spent billions of dollars to drive down property taxes. Many homeowners saw a significant tax cut last year, per a Texas Tribune analysis.
Texans do not need a license to carry, but some gun owners still want one
Read full article: Texans do not need a license to carry, but some gun owners still want oneSince the permitless carry law passed in 2021, Texans have not needed a license to carry a gun. But gun instructors and some gun owners still see the benefits in taking the classes necessary to obtain a license.
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Unemployed Texans will stop getting additional $300-per-week benefit next month after Gov. Greg Abbott opts out of federal program
Read full article: Unemployed Texans will stop getting additional $300-per-week benefit next month after Gov. Greg Abbott opts out of federal programThe unemployment rate in Texas was 6.9% in March, which is more than double the record low of 3.4% in May 2019. The extra $300 federal benefit will end June 26 for jobless Texans.
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