Texas Dems Who Fled State Could Face Mega-Hefty Fines
House members who continue to skip the Texas Legislature in protest could face nearly $400,000 in fines under current chamber rules, and if the lawmakers remain absent through additional special sessions later this year, the penalties could exceed $3.2 million, according to Politico. In 2023, the Texas House adopted stricter consequences for breaking quorum, including … Read more