Texas Scorecard by Sydnie Henry October 5, 2023
The agenda includes school choice, border security, ending COVID-19 vaccine mandates, and public safety regarding Colony Ridge. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has announced the agenda for the third legislative special session. It is slated to begin on Monday at 1 p.m.
“I am bringing the Texas Legislature back for Special Session #3 to continue building on the achievements we accomplished during the 88th Regular Legislative Session and two special sessions this summer,” said Abbott.
In addition to the expected school choice legislation, Abbott said:
“Texas will also pass laws to mirror the federal immigration laws President Joe Biden refuses to enforce that will reduce illegal immigration and enhance the safety of Texans. For the first time ever, Texas will subject people to arrest for illegal entry into our state from a foreign nation. All licensed law enforcement officers in Texas will be authorized to arrest or remove any person who illegally enters the State, with penalties up to 20 years in prison for refusing to comply with removal. To crack down on repeated attempts to enter Texas illegally, re-entry will be penalized with up to 20 years in prison.” More:
https://texasscorecard.com/state/gov-greg-abbott-announces-third-special-session-agenda/
