Texas Special Session: Flood Protections, THC Regulations, and STAR Testing

Special Session Agenda

• 🗓️ Texas lawmakers are convening for a special session starting in 24 hours to address key issues.
• ⚠️ Flood recovery funding and alerts are on the agenda, with questions raised about the state's response and warnings.
• 🏠 Special committees on disaster preparedness will visit Kurville to hear directly from residents.

THC Product Regulations

• ⚖️ The session will also focus on regulations for THC products in Texas.
• 🚫 Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that sought to implement a full ban on THC products.
• 🏛️ Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick considered passing this bill a top priority, but Governor Abbott believes it would not withstand legal challenges.

Education Policy

• 📚 Governor Abbott also aims to eliminate STAR testing in the state.
• 📈 He proposes replacing it with more effective tools for assessing student progress and ensuring school district accountability.