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University of Texas at Austin High School District Education: 59 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By Austin News | Jan 31, 2024

University of Texas at Austin High School District had 59 Asian students enrolled in their schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Texas Commission On Law Enforcement

By Austin News | Jan 31, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott has made appointments to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) to ensure that the people of Texas are served by highly trained and ethical law enforcement personnel. The appointees include Conor Harvey, Justin West, Janna Atkins, and Justin Berry.Conor Harvey, an attorney at Murphy Ball Stratton LLP in Houston, has been appointed to the Commission. He brings expertise in civil and white collar litigation and appeals. Harvey is a member of the State Bar of Texas and has clerked for Justice Jimmy Blacklock of the Supreme Court of Texas. He...

Vandegrift High School: 14.9% of the 669 students not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

By Austin News | Jan 31, 2024

Of the 669 students at Vandegrift High School in Austin, 100 (14.9%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Sens. Cruz, Peters’ SHARE IT Act to Require Government Agencies to Share Code Passes Committee

By Austin News | Jan 31, 2024

Bipartisan legislation that aims to streamline government spending and reduce waste has passed a key hurdle. The Source Code Harmonization And Reuse in Information Technology (SHARE IT) Act, introduced by U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz and U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Gary Peters, unanimously cleared the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.The SHARE IT Act requires government agencies to share custom-developed source code with each other, in an effort to avoid duplicative government...

Senator Cornyn Questions TikTok CEO on Child Usage and Data Sharing

By Austin News | Jan 31, 2024

On January 31, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) raised concerns about the access and data sharing practices of the popular social media app TikTok during a hearing in the Senate Judiciary Committee. In his questioning of TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew, Senator Cornyn focused on two key issues: the difference in access to TikTok for children under 13 in different countries and the alleged sharing of user data with TikTok's Chinese parent company, ByteDance.Senator Cornyn first addressed the issue of child permissions on TikTok. He asked Chew about the access his own children...

Cornyn, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Ensure Crime Victims’ Representatives Receive Restitution

By Austin News | Jan 31, 2024

U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and U.S. Representatives Harriet Hageman (WY-At-Large) and Lucy McBath (GA-07) have introduced the Victims’ Voices Outside and Inside the Courtroom Effectiveness (Victims’ VOICES) Act. The bill aims to ensure that family members, legal guardians, and those appointed by the court who act on behalf of a victim during certain criminal court case proceedings receive restitution from convicted defendants for the costs they incur as a result of the offense.The...

Victoria to Receive Nearly $20M for Additional Airline Services

By Austin News | Jan 31, 2024

Victoria, a city in Texas, is set to receive nearly $20 million in federal funds to enhance its airline services. The announcement was made by U.S. Senator John Cornyn, who revealed that SkyWest Airlines has been awarded $19,148,038 to provide essential air services to and from the Victoria region.The funding, which will be distributed over a three-year term, is part of the Essential Air Services (EAS) program administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation. It was made possible by the FY2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act. The aim of the program is to ensure...

Valor Public Schools District Education: 79 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By Austin News | Jan 30, 2024

Asian students made up 5.7% of Valor Public Schools District's student body in the 2021-22 school year.

Texas Commissioner of Agriculture signs letter to major US banks condemning impact of 2050 climate goals

By Austin News | Jan 30, 2024

Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller (R) joined eleven other state agricultural commissioners in signing a letter to six of the largest banks in the country in protest of their climate guidelines which would restrict and harm agricultural businesses and farmers.

Akins High School: 16.3% of the 578 students not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

By Austin News | Jan 30, 2024

Of the 578 students at Akins High School in Austin, 94 (16.3%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Sens. Cruz, Crapo, Rep. Walberg Demand End to Attempted Ban on Gas-Powered Vehicles

By Austin News | Jan 30, 2024

U.S. Senators Ted Cruz and Mike Crapo, along with Representative Tim Walberg, have led a bipartisan group of lawmakers in sending a letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Deputy Administrator, Sophie Shulman, demanding the rescission of the Biden Administration's proposed Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light-duty trucks. The proposed standards, which do not comply with federal law, seek to phase out gas-powered vehicles and mandate the mass production of electric vehicles.In the letter, the senators...

Cornyn Blasts Biden’s Reckless LNG Project Freeze

By Austin News | Jan 30, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) criticized the Biden administration's decision to freeze new liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects, stating that it will hinder domestic energy production and threaten national security. Cornyn expressed his concerns on the Senate floor, emphasizing the potential negative impact on U.S. allies and the advantage it may give to countries like Russia and China. He argued that American LNG plays a crucial role in supporting the energy security of friends and allies around the world, as it provides an alternative to relying on gas...

Sen. Fetterman Joins Sen. Cruz in Leading the Effort to Limit Kids’ Social Media Access at School

By Austin News | Jan 30, 2024

U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) has announced his support for the Eyes on the Board Act, a legislation aimed at limiting children's access to social media at school. The bill, introduced by U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas) in October 2023, would require schools receiving federal broadband funding through the E-Rate program to block access to social media on subsidized services, devices, and networks.Senator Cruz expressed his satisfaction with the bipartisan effort, stating, "I’m proud to join Sen. Fetterman in leading this bipartisan...

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News from January 2024

University of Texas at Austin High School District Education: 59 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Texas Commission On Law Enforcement

Vandegrift High School: 14.9% of the 669 students not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

Sens. Cruz, Peters’ SHARE IT Act to Require Government Agencies to Share Code Passes Committee

Senator Cornyn Questions TikTok CEO on Child Usage and Data Sharing

Cornyn, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Ensure Crime Victims’ Representatives Receive Restitution

Victoria to Receive Nearly $20M for Additional Airline Services

Valor Public Schools District Education: 79 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

Texas Commissioner of Agriculture signs letter to major US banks condemning impact of 2050 climate goals

Akins High School: 16.3% of the 578 students not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

Sens. Cruz, Crapo, Rep. Walberg Demand End to Attempted Ban on Gas-Powered Vehicles

Cornyn Blasts Biden’s Reckless LNG Project Freeze

Sen. Fetterman Joins Sen. Cruz in Leading the Effort to Limit Kids’ Social Media Access at School

On Monday, January 29, former Holly Springs High School standout Kadin Shedrick’s college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

On Monday, January 29, Mansfield Timberview High School standout Chendall Weaver competed in NCAA D1 game

Brock Cunningham and Preston Clark, former Westlake High School standouts, played on Monday, January 29 in NCAA D1 game

On Monday, January 29, former John Jay High School standout Ze'Rik Onyema’s college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

Gavin Perryman and Max Abmas, former Jesuit College Prep School standouts, played on Monday, January 29 in NCAA D1 game

On Monday, January 29, former St. Catherine's High School standout Tyrese Hunter’s college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

On Monday, January 29, former Duncanville High School standout Jackson Prince’s college team lost in an NCAA D1 game

Cruz-led bipartisan bills advance in end-of-Congress legislation

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