DALLAS–Both the president and governor then sat down in Dallas with a small group of local officials and faith leaders who are preparing to shelter 2,000 unaccompanied migrant children currently being held in cramped detention facilities…
Perry Won’t Run- What Next?
SAN ANTONIO – Governor Perry has answered one question about his political future, but another big one remains. KERA’s Shelley Kofler is in San Antonio where Perry said he won’t see a fourth term.
Perry to Announce Re-Election Bid This Afternoon
SAN ANTONIO – This afternoon, at the Holt Caterpillar dealership in San Antonio, Rick Perry is expected to reveal whether he will seek a fourth term as governor. The dealership’s CEO Peter Holt also owns the San Antonio Spurs and is a big Perry donor. KERA’s Shelley Kofler says the political futures of other Republicans depend on what Perry has decided.
Abortion Battle Resumes In Austin
AUSTIN – The battle over abortion resumes in Austin today. Governor Perry has called lawmakers back to pass restrictions that were derailed last week by protesters and Sen. Wendy Davis’ filibuster. Both sides on the issue want activist groups involved.
Gov. Perry Slams Pro-Choice Protesters After SB5 Fails
DALLAS – Governor Rick Perry today slammed pro-choice protesters and a state senator who this week killed the bill with new abortion restrictions. Perry spoke at the National Right to Life convention in Dallas.
Could a Gambling Bill Make it Past Lawmakers and Governor Perry This Session?
AUSTIN – With support of business associations, a state senator is hoping for the passage of a constitutional amendment that allows Texas voters to decide on the issue of legalized gambling.
Perry sits down with GOP to discuss Medicaid Expansion
AUSTIN – Governor Rick Perry sat down for a roundtable discussion on what will be Texas’ answer for the issue of Medicaid Expansion.
Supporters of Medicaid Expansion Rally at the State Capitol
AUSTIN – Democratic local and national leaders meet at the state capitol in an attempt to convince others that Texas needs to accept a federal Medicaid Expansion Plan.