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Border residents to Congress: ‘Stop holding press conferences, shut down the border’
Residents in Texas border towns express frustration with Congress, calling for immediate action.
Texas economy grows faster than nation for five consecutive quarters
Kansas and Texas Lead the Way in Economic Growth - See Latest Data
Texas has given 6,751 electric vehicle rebate credits for $16M
The Texas Emissions Reduction Program offers a $2,500 rebate for buying or leasing an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle on top of a $7,500 federal subsidy.
Governors ask Biden for ‘honest, accurate’ information on illegal immigration
A letter sent Tuesday blamed Biden's policies for a surge in illegal crossings at the southern border.
US is top exporter of liquified natural gas in first half of 2023, led by Gulf states
The U.S. exported more natural gas in the first six months of 2023 than in any other previous six-month period.
Texas continues to lead U.S. in job gains
Texas, once again, led the U.S. in job gains in August over the year, according to newly released Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Texas named ‘Best Business Climate’ by another group
Business executives responding to key industry surveys have consistently ranked Texas first this year for having the best business climate in the U.S.