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Yesterday at 9:30 AM  The Texas House of Representatives is back in Austin to work on redistricting after holding hearings across the state.

Friday, June 14, 2013  The Texas Senate is scheduled to vote on the state's political maps and a new sentence for 17-year-olds convicted of capital murder.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  The latest headlines from across the state.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Christmas may be more than six months away, but it's already on the minds of Gov. Rick Perry and some lawmakers in the state Legislature.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Texas senators are meeting to consider placing more restrictions on when, where and how women can get abortions.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Texas lawmakers are expected to consider alternatives to the state's political districts and hear additional testimony on the highly-partisan issue.

Monday, June 10, 2013  Volunteer firefighters say they need more state funding as a bill would divert some of the money from a fund originally dedicated to assist them.

Monday, June 03, 2013  New Mexicans will soon be able to buy beer, wine and cocktails earlier on Sunday at restaurants and bars.

Monday, May 27, 2013  The Texas Legislature is done lawmaking with a scorecard of big-agenda victories, but it might not be big enough for Gov. Rick Perry.

Friday, May 24, 2013  Oklahoma lawmakers are hoping to adjourn the 2013 Legislature one week earlier than required.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  The Texas House is considering a proposal that would create special districts operated by turnaround experts to improve struggling schools.

Friday, May 17, 2013  A breakthrough on a new Texas budget could be for real this time.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  The House is set to debate a plan to dramatically expand the number of charter schools allowed to operate in Texas - a sweeping proposal that's cleared the Senate but could face a tougher road in the lower chamber.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Gov. Rick Perry is holding a special ceremony to sign into law a proposal attempting to limit future wrongful convictions as the legislative session enters its final, frantic days.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  A legislative audit report says New Mexicans could face trouble and delays in trying to see a doctor or other providers as demand grows for medical services from an aging population and expanded insurance coverage under a federal health care law.