Housing money, like the Community Development Block Grants, was funded in the 2017 spending bill, quelling fears of affordable housing advocates -- for now.
Pension reform legislation before Texas state legislators continues to fuel disagreements between Houston and Dallas leaders and public safety employees.
Texas sheriffs, constables and police chiefs are subject to a Class A misdemeanor for noncompliance under the state’s 2017 Sanctuary Cities ban. Some lawmakers in tears over the ‘Show Me Your Papers’ language.
Even with funding secured, redevelopment of large vacant properties like historic downtown department stores, is a challenge even as construction begins.
