Governor Greg Abbott has issued an updated 18-point agenda for the upcoming 1st Called Special Session of the 89th Texas Legislature, beginning Monday, July 21, 2025, at 12 PM.
Key issues include tax relief, education reform, and protection of life and liberties.
📜 Read the Governor’s full proclamation →
📘 See the full agenda list →
🔹 Key Agenda Items and Why They Matter to Conservatives
#6 – Property Tax Relief
This session may bring new legislation to lower property taxes and impose local spending limits.
Why it matters: Conservatives support reducing taxes and government overreach, especially when it comes to protecting homeowners.
#5 – Eliminate the STAAR Test
The proposal seeks to eliminate STAAR and replace it with better student and school accountability tools.
Why it matters: Ending standardized testing gives more power to parents and local school boards, supporting conservative education values.
#10 – Ban Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
Cities, counties, and school districts would be barred from using public money to hire lobbyists.
Why it matters: Taxpayers should not be forced to fund efforts that work against their values.
#9 – Protect the Unborn
This item focuses on enhancing protections for unborn children and providing support for mothers.
Why it matters: Life is a fundamental conservative principle, and Texas continues to lead the way.
📋 Full Agenda (All 18 Topics)
Flood warning systems
Emergency communications
Flood relief funding
Disaster response reforms
Eliminate STAAR test
Cut property taxes
Regulate hemp/THC edibles
Ban THC access to minors
Protect unborn children
Ban taxpayer-funded lobbying
Human trafficking victim protections
Protect police personnel records
Protect women’s spaces
AG prosecution powers for election crimes
Congressional redistricting
Deed fraud protection
Water-efficient construction incentives
Judicial department reform
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