Deportation vow alarms construction industry

This is an early release of Capital Highlights for the week of Nov. 25 - 29 to accommodate early press deadlines during the week of Thanksgiving.

Abbott issues orders targeting China

Gov. Greg Abbott issued three executive orders last week targeting the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party, The Dallas Morning News reported

Note to editors: Due to the Thanksgiving holiday Nov. 28, Capital Highlights for the week of Nov. 25 - 29 will be released early - on Friday, Nov. 22.

More than 1,500 bills filed as session approaches

This is an early bulldog edition of Capital Highlights to accommodate newspapers with early deadlines because of Veterans Day. An updated version will be sent Sunday if events dictate.

GOP win raises stakes for Cornyn’s leadership bid 

Insurance hikes make affordable housing tougher

A growing number of Texas homeowners are forgoing buying homeowners insurance as premiums skyrocket, according to a recent report from the Texas comptroller.

Early voting ends on Friday

Texans who wish to vote early in the Nov. 5 general election have until closing time Friday, Nov. 1 to do so. Secretary of State Jane Nelson is encouraging voters to double-check their precinct numbers and candidate selections before casting their ballots.

5th Circuit Court removes judge from foster care suit

EDITORS: This is an early bulldog edition of Capital Highlights to accommodate newspapers with holiday deadlines. An updated version will be sent Sunday if events dictate.

Early voting begins next week

Early voting for the Nov. 5 general election begins Monday, Oct. 21 and ends on Nov. 1. Texas voters will be choosing from a full slate of candidates, from president to U.S. senator to various county positions.

Note to Editors: Due to the Columbus Day postal holiday, the Capital Highlights column for the week of Oct. 14 - 18 will be released early. The column will be sent by email and available online about 1 p.m. this Friday, Oct. 11. 

Lawmakers to tackle soaring home insurance rates

Phelan’s GOP foes back one challenger

Texas House Republicans who want to oust Speaker Dade Phelan have coalesced behind a single opponent: state Rep. David Cook, R-Mansfield. A total of 48 representatives are backing the two-term representative, including four who dropped their own bids for speaker.

Phelan’s opponents, including Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, claim he has given too much power to Democrats by naming some to lead legislative committees.