Paul Martin on the Insurance Industry and Climate Change

Paul Martin, Vice-President for State Relations at the Reinsurance Association of America, explains the insurance industry’s increasing concerns related to climate change, and discusses how Texans can build local climate resilience while advocating for climate...
The Border Wall: Abbott Picks Up Where Trump Left Off

The Border Wall: Abbott Picks Up Where Trump Left Off

Construction of the southern border wall was one of the main goals of the Trump administration, but riddled with difficulties in both funding and in the actual construction of the wall, Trump left the project largely unfinished.  Before Trump took office, the US...
After 2021’s Winter Storm, Grid Uncertainty Continues

After 2021’s Winter Storm, Grid Uncertainty Continues

In February 2021, the Texas electric grid experienced one of its biggest reliability challenges from the impact of Winter Storm Uri. This storm left millions of Texans without power and water for several days, imposing physical, emotional, and financial trauma on the...
Third Special Session Wrap-Up

Third Special Session Wrap-Up

Wrap Up of the Third Called Special Session   The Third Special Called Session of the 87th Legislature adjourned Sine Die on October 18, 2021. While there are rumors of a possible fourth special session in January, a statement by the Lieutenant Governor indicated...