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Dallas News Madlin Mekelburg, Austin bureau

AUSTIN — Good morning, y'all, and welcome to The Dallas Morning News' weekly political preview: The Look Ahead. Join us here every Monday morning for a look at the week to come in the Texas Legislature.

Are you a Texas politics fiend who wants more than this weekly update? Are you curious about your state lawmakers but unsure where to find detailed, easy-to-digest information about the goings-on at the Capitol? Look no further than The 85th, a new tool from The Dallas Morning News to help you navigate the 2017 legislative session.

At The 85th, we'll share real-time updates from the House and Senate chambers and tell you how policies decided by lawmakers will affect your life. We'll help you track bills as they move through the chamber and point out major players on specific issues. I haven't convinced you yet? Check out a detailed explanation of the website here.
Mark your calendars

Now that House Speaker Joe Straus has officially formed committees, the House can start moving on the budget and bills relating to Gov. Greg Abbott's emergency items. Starting this week, the House Appropriations Committee will gather to discuss the lower chamber's budget proposal. Be sure to follow reporter Bob Garrett on Twitter for all things budget-related. He's at @RobertTGarrett.

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