At least a third of landowners approached by state officials have refused to let wall be built on their properties. That’s forced the state to largely build on ranchland in remote areas, or erect sections that are full of gaps.| The Texas Tribune
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Neither of the Legislature’s voucher bills require private schools to accept certain students, which some warn could block the neediest children from access.| The Texas Tribune
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Lawmakers delivered Gov. Greg Abbott a long-sought bill to stop local governments from enacting local laws that exceed state law on a number of fronts.| The Texas Tribune
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The legislation heads to the Texas House, where members have been more muted about the proposal to disband offices, programs and training that foster diversity.| The Texas Tribune
