Tag Archives: Texas House OKs bill that would curb the governor and local leaders’ power in a pandemic

AUSTIN — The Republican-led House voted Monday night to curb the governor’s power during a pandemic and to limit both state and local leaders’ ability to shut businesses or mandate face coverings. The House voted 92-45 to advance the sweeping legislation, which is a priority of House Speaker Dade Phelan, R-Beaumont. It still needs a final vote in the chamber …

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