Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick have been engaged in a public political fight over cuts to Texans' property taxes. It is a rarity for the top two...
“When one party rules the governing structure for a long time, you begin to see internal rot,” said The University of Texas-Austin’s Jim Henson, who directs the Texas Politics Project.
Phelan and the House passed Abbott’s plan less than 24 hours after the governor demanded both chambers stay in Austin until property tax relief was addressed. Patrick and the Senate passed a plan similar to what they favored when the regular session came to a close. While Patrick appears to be isolated, Jillson said he maintains the advantage. Patrick has thrown more punches at Abbott, including questioning the governor’s understanding of the legislative process over Abbott’s demand to pass a tax plan “solely” to his liking.
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