The Financial Horizons
No Result
View All Result
  • Investing
  • Stock
  • Economy
  • Editor’s Pick
  • Latest News
  • Investing
  • Stock
  • Economy
  • Editor’s Pick
  • Latest News
No Result
View All Result
The Financial Horizons
No Result
View All Result
Home Latest News

Texas legislature’s first special session focusing on border security, cutting property taxes, Abbott reveals

by
May 30, 2023
in Latest News
0
Texas legislature’s first special session focusing on border security, cutting property taxes, Abbott reveals
0
SHARES
9
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott revealed agenda items for the state legislature’s first special session late Monday evening – a list that includes cutting property taxes and providing funds to secure the U.S.-Mexico border wall.

On Twitter, Abbott said he would be ‘signing laws that advance our state and the future of all Texans.’

The agenda items included formally ending COVID restrictions and mandates; providing more than $5.1 billion for border security and the Texas National Guard; protecting female collegiate athletes and women’s participation in sports; and, barring children from having life-altering gender mutilation.

Abbott also plans to label Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations and allow fentanyl deaths to be prosecuted as murder, he said.

The Republican governor said his first priority would be ‘cutting property taxes and cracking down on illegal human smuggling.’

‘We must cut property taxes,’ Abbott said. ‘During the regular session, we added $17.6 billion to cut property taxes. However, the legislature could not agree on how to allocate funds to accomplish this goal.’

He continued: ‘Texans want and need a path towards eliminating property taxes. The best way to do that is to direct property tax reduction dollars to cut school property tax rates.’

Abbott also commended the work of the Texas legislature but said additional special sessions would be held to further his agenda.

‘Despite these major achievements, more must be done for the people of Texas. Many critical items remain that must be passed,’ the governor wrote. ‘Several special sessions will be required. To ensure that each priority receives the time and attention it deserves to pass into law, only a few will be added each session.’

Earlier Monday, the Texas governor spent Memorial Day paying tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice during an event at the Georgetown-Williamson County Veterans Memorial Plaza.

‘Today, we remember their sacrifice and honor their families,’ he wrote on Twitter, sharing photos of the event. ‘Texas will never forget the price they paid so that we can be free.’

In a separate tweet, he added: ‘Memorial Day reminds us that freedom is not free.’

And, ‘Today, we remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the liberties we enjoy every day in America. May God bless them and their families.’

<!–>

This post appeared first on FOX NEWS

–>

Previous Post

DeSantis to join 2024 Republican competitors at Sen. Ernst’s Roast & Ride fundraiser in Des Moines

Next Post

HyperGPT ICO (HGPT): The Future Of AI Marketplace

Next Post
HyperGPT ICO (HGPT): The Future Of AI Marketplace

HyperGPT ICO (HGPT): The Future Of AI Marketplace

    Stay updated with the latest news, exclusive offers, and special promotions. Sign up now and be the first to know! As a member, you'll receive curated content, insider tips, and invitations to exclusive events. Don't miss out on being part of something special.


    By opting in you agree to receive emails from us and our affiliates. Your information is secure and your privacy is protected.

    Recent News

    Trump warns Rand Paul he’s playing into ‘hands of the Democrats’ with ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ opposition

    Trump warns Rand Paul he’s playing into ‘hands of the Democrats’ with ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ opposition

    June 1, 2025
    White House urges Iran to accept nuclear deal as IAEA reports uranium enrichment spike

    White House urges Iran to accept nuclear deal as IAEA reports uranium enrichment spike

    June 1, 2025
    Israel hostage deal in doubt as Hamas adds demands, US envoy calls terms ‘unacceptable’

    Israel hostage deal in doubt as Hamas adds demands, US envoy calls terms ‘unacceptable’

    May 31, 2025
    Iran condemns Austria over report on advanced nuclear weapons program

    Iran condemns Austria over report on advanced nuclear weapons program

    May 31, 2025
    • About us
    • Contact us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions
    • About us
    • Contact us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions

    Disclaimer: Thefinancialhorizons.com, its managers, its employees, and assigns (collectively “The Company”) do not make any guarantee or warranty about what is advertised above. Information provided by this website is for research purposes only and should not be considered as personalized financial advice. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendation. Any investments recommended here should be taken into consideration only after consulting with your investment advisor and after reviewing the prospectus or financial statements of the company.

    Copyright © 2025 thefinancialhorizons.com | All Rights Reserved

    No Result
    View All Result
    • Investing
    • Stock
    • Economy
    • Editor’s Pick
    • Latest News

    Disclaimer: Thefinancialhorizons.com, its managers, its employees, and assigns (collectively “The Company”) do not make any guarantee or warranty about what is advertised above. Information provided by this website is for research purposes only and should not be considered as personalized financial advice. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendation. Any investments recommended here should be taken into consideration only after consulting with your investment advisor and after reviewing the prospectus or financial statements of the company.

    Copyright © 2025 thefinancialhorizons.com | All Rights Reserved