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Senate passes bill to rename checkpoint after fallen border patrol agent

By Austin News | Nov 22, 2024

November 22, 2024 AUSTIN – The U.S. Senate has passed the James R. Dominguez Memorial Act, a bill introduced by Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, both from Texas.

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Senator Ted Cruz urges pause on broadband equity activities over alleged mismanagement

By Austin News | Nov 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has called for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to halt its current activities under the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.

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Senate approves renaming Bastrop post office after decorated veteran Billy Waugh

By Austin News | Nov 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz announced the Senate's approval of a bill to rename the United States Post Office on Main Street in Bastrop, Texas, as the "Sergeant Major Billy D. Waugh Post Office."

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House passes bill led by Chip Roy targeting ICC sanctions

By Austin News | Nov 21, 2024

On November 21, 2024, the press office for Representative Chip Roy highlighted legislative actions concerning the International Criminal Court (ICC).

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Governor Abbott targets CCP harassment with new executive order

By Austin News | Nov 20, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott has issued an executive order aimed at safeguarding Texans from harassment and coercion linked to the People's Republic of China (PRC) or the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

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Senator Cruz's board nominates 40 Texans for military academy appointments

By Austin News | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, acknowledged the efforts of his Service Academy Nominations Board following its annual meeting.

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Senators demand answers over alleged political bias in FEMA hurricane response

By Austin News | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Senator John Cornyn, alongside several other Republican senators, has raised concerns regarding reports that a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employee advised disaster teams to avoid homes displaying support for President-elect...

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Cornyn supports Trump's defense nominees amid geopolitical concerns

By Austin News | Nov 20, 2024

On November 20, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn addressed the Senate floor, expressing his support for President Trump's nominees for key defense and national security positions.

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Rep. Chip Roy discusses gender identity and legislative priorities

By Austin News | Nov 20, 2024

In recent tweets dated November 20, 2024, Rep. Chip Roy addressed topics including gender identity debates and legislative actions concerning free speech and life issues within Congress.

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Cornyn and Padilla introduce bill targeting foreign influence in U.S. research

By Austin News | Nov 19, 2024

U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Alex Padilla have introduced a bill aimed at protecting American research from foreign adversaries by amending the CHIPS and Science Act.

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Cornyn and Bennet propose bill to improve foster care services

By Austin News | Nov 19, 2024

U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Michael Bennet have introduced the Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act, aimed at reauthorizing and enhancing a significant child services program.

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Cornyn discusses GOP's future plans after election victory

By Austin News | Nov 19, 2024

November 19, 2024 WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) addressed the Senate floor today, focusing on the transition to Republican leadership following recent elections.

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Texas faces certification deadline amid calls for improved electoral participation

By Austin News | Nov 18, 2024

Tuesday, November 19 marks the deadline for Texas counties to certify the results of the recent general election.

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Bill to improve transparency in federal grant applications passes House

By Austin News | Nov 18, 2024

U.S. Senators John Cornyn, Maggie Hassan, John Thune, Gary Peters, John Kennedy, and Raphael Warnock announced the passage of their Grant Transparency Act in the House.

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Operation Lone Star reports over half a million apprehensions since launch

By Austin News | Nov 17, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are continuing their joint efforts to secure the state's border.

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Texas sees inflation increase as of October 2024

By Austin News | Nov 17, 2024

As of October 2024, Texas experienced a 20.9% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 18?

By Austin News | Nov 17, 2024

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 18.

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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 18?

By Austin News | Nov 17, 2024

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 18.

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Austin News area weekly mass times

By Austin News | Nov 16, 2024

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

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Weekly recap of Travis County home sales during week ending Nov. 9

By Austin News | Nov 16, 2024

There were 24 reported residential sales in Travis County in the week ending Nov. 9, according to BlockShopper.com.