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Austin News area weekly mass times

By Austin News | May 18, 2024

The following parishes in the Austin News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Recent Williamson County home sales in week ending May 11

By Austin News | May 18, 2024

There were 64 reported residential sales in Williamson County in the week ending May 11, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Rep. Doggett votes to count illegal aliens towards seats in Congress

By Austin News | May 17, 2024

U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) was joined by 201 other House Democrats in unanimously voting against the Equal Representation Act, which would prevent the inclusion of illegal aliens in the count for seats in the Electoral College.

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Rep. Casar votes to count illegal aliens towards seats in Congress

By Austin News | May 17, 2024

U.S. Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX) was joined by 201 other House Democrats in unanimously voting against the Equal Representation Act, which would prevent the inclusion of illegal aliens in the count for seats in the Electoral College.

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Total enrollment of Wayside Schools with its main office in Austin is 1,651 students during the 2022-23 school year

By Austin News | May 17, 2024

Wayside Schools, with its main office in Austin, had a total enrollment of 1,651 students during the 2022-23 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

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Bill to protect U.S. transportation infrastructure from Chinese espionage becomes permanent

By Austin News | May 17, 2024

On May 17, 2024, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Gary Peters (D-MI) announced the signing into law of their Airport Infrastructure Resources (AIR) Security Act. This legislation permanently extends their 2023 law that prevents government grants from being used to subsidize the purchase of airport infrastructure such as jet bridges from hostile governments. The act was signed into law as part of the FAA Reauthorization Act.

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Bill introduced to streamline Intelligence Community acquisition processes

By Austin News | May 17, 2024

On May 17, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Mark Warner (D-VA), and Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the Enabling New Agile Buying-power and Leveraging Enhancements in Intelligence Community (ENABLE IC) Acquisitions Act. This legislation aims to streamline acquisition processes within the Intelligence Community (IC), with a focus on prioritizing small business concerns and nontraditional defense contractors.

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Senator Cruz discusses FAA reauthorization act's impact on safety

By Austin News | May 17, 2024

As the Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, I am proud of the major bipartisan victory we secured following the passage of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act. This bill will create thousands of jobs across Texas and bolster investment in aerospace technology to enhance public safety and customer transparency. Safety remains the top priority whenever an American boards a flight. This comprehensive legislation aims to deliver a safer and more convenient travel experience for consumers nationwide.

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Direct Flights Between D.C. and San Antonio Now Legalized

By Austin News | May 17, 2024

On May 17, 2024, the FAA Reauthorization Bill was signed into law, allowing airlines to establish a direct route between San Antonio and Reagan National Airport. This legislative change enables five additional long-haul flights into Reagan National Airport.

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USPS pauses facility changes in Texas following Senator Cornyn's intervention

By Austin News | May 17, 2024

On May 17, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) issued a statement in response to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's agreement to delay the implementation of certain changes to the United States Postal Service (USPS). These changes, referred to as the "Mail Processing Facility Review," would have affected facilities in Abilene, Corpus Christi, El Paso, Lubbock, McAllen, and Midland. This decision comes after Senator Cornyn and 26 of his Senate colleagues called on USPS to halt any modifications that could potentially slow down mail delivery.

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Bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 signed into law

By Austin News | May 17, 2024

Today, U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas) announced that President Biden has signed the bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 into law. The legislation, co-authored by Sen. Cruz and Commerce Committee Chairwoman Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), represents a historic investment in the safety, efficiency, and innovation of America’s aviation system.

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Valor Public Schools with its main office in Austin has a total enrollment of 2,158 students during the 2022-23 school year

By Austin News | May 16, 2024

Valor Public Schools, with its main office in Austin, had a total enrollment of 2,158 students during the 2022-23 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

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Travis County median home valuation prices rose by 5.1% in April 2024 compared to April 2023

By Austin News | May 16, 2024

In April, the median sale price of a home in Travis County rose by $19,753 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 10.2%.

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Senators propose naming Texas post office after late Fire Chief Zeb Smith

By Austin News | May 16, 2024

U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and John Cornyn (R-Texas) have introduced a bill to designate the United States Postal Service located at 107 North Hoyne Avenue in Fritch, Texas as the “Chief Zeb Smith Post Office.” The legislation aims to honor the life of service of the late Fritch Volunteer Fire Chief, who tragically lost his life while battling a fire earlier this year.

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Senators introduce bill to repeal tax on certain firearm purchases

By Austin News | May 16, 2024

On May 16, 2024, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Tom Cotton (R-AR), and 11 other Senate Republicans introduced the Repealing Illegal Freedom and Liberty Excises (RIFLE) Act. This legislation aims to eliminate a tax imposed on firearms regulated under the National Firearms Act.

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Former James Bowie High School standout Otto Franz’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 17

By Austin News | May 16, 2024

First game takes place on Friday, May 17.

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Luke Taylor, former Hyde Park High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By Austin News | May 16, 2024

First game takes place on Friday, May 17.

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Former Mccallum High School standout Colby Summers’ collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 17

By Austin News | May 16, 2024

They open the tournament against CMS Stags.

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Patrick O'Connor, former Vandegrift High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By Austin News | May 16, 2024

They open the tournament against Alvernia Golden Wolves.

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Former Hyde Park High School standout Cody Crider’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 17

By Austin News | May 16, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number four seed.