Texas lawmakers look to close loophole in sex offender registry

The House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee encountered a loophole in the sex offender bill that allows someone with a history of predatory behavior not to be required to register as a sex offender despite it being a felony in the state of Texas.

What does it mean to be censured?

Texas Congressman Randy Weber says he plans to file a censure resolution against U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Dallas) after she called Texas Gov. Greg Abbott “Hot Wheels" at an event over the weekend.

Should Texas ban cell phones from public schools

A bill filed in the Texas House would ban cell phones in public schools. FOX 4's Steven Dial talked to the bill's author, State Rep. Caroline Fairly, about the bill and how the Legislature can help schools. Then, Senator Ted Cruz talks about Ukraine, border security and President Trump's deployment of tariffs.

Proposed Texas bill would require proof of citizenship in order to vote

Opponents argue the requirement would disenfranchise U.S. citizens who don't have copies of their birth certificates or passports and wouldn't want to go through the time and expense to get the required documentation. Proponents said the law is necessary to ensure the integrity of Texas elections.

Texas lawmakers want to add warning label to social media platforms

Texas House Bill 499 would require platforms like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to show a warning that there is a link between a teen's social media usage and significant mental health issues. A similar bill was introduced in Congress, but it never made it out of committee.

School choice, Dept. of Education cuts

In this week's Texas: The Issue Is, FOX 7's Rudy Koski talks to a supporter of school choice legislation about the bills moving through the Texas Legislature and what it means for both public and private schools. Then FOX 26's Greg Groogan discusses the impact of cuts to the US Department of Education.