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State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections. It airs at 8:30 a.m.
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State of Texas - August 31, 2025 (opens the original)
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Parental Rights Bill Challenged - Senate Bill 12 is now being challenged in court. Supporters call it the Parental Bill of Rights. But opponents call it censorship. One provision outlaws student groups linked to race or LGBTQ+ identity. Capitol Correspondent Adam Schwager looks closer at the court challenge ahead. Healthcare Investment - State leaders announce a major investment in healthcare for rural Texans. It comes during a visit from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy. Sa
State of Texas - August 2, 2026 (opens the original)
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Data Center Incentives - A Texas Senate Finance Committee hearing held July 27 examined the state's sales tax exemptions for data center projects, which could cost the state $3.3 billion in forgone taxes during the 2028-29 budget cycle. Concrete Cancer - Alkali-silica reaction (ASR), also called "concrete cancer," happens when minerals in rocks and sand react with cement, forming a gel that swells as it absorbs water. The state is known nationally as a hot spot for this type of structural defect
State of Texas - July 26, 2026 (opens the original)
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Texas politicians call for guardrails on AI - Candidates for one of Texas' seats in the U.S. Senate called for guardrails on artificial intelligence this week, after OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, announced an unprecedented breach while testing a new AI model. Push to lower electricity costs, prepare for data centers - The Public Utility Commission of Texas filed a memo to Gov. Greg Abbott that details its plans to protect Texans from rising costs due to data centers. It also, per the gover
State of Texas - July 12, 2026 (opens the original)
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Competing Affordability Plans Take Shape – Rising costs are becoming a central issue in the race for governor. Governor Greg Abbott is pushing a plan to eliminate school district property taxes on homesteads, while Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa is proposing direct payments of $1,500 per household funded through the state’s Rainy Day Fund. Adam Schwager examines the competing visions and the political hurdles each proposal faces. Record Money Flows Into Senate Race – The race between Attorn
State of Texas - July 5, 2026 (opens the original)
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Story of Survival – Dylan McKim speaks with a former Camp La Junta counselor who documented the terrifying overnight hours as floodwaters rapidly filled a cabin housing dozens of campers. One year later, he shares his story of survival, leadership, and the lessons learned as camps reopen under new statewide safety requirements. New Flood Sirens, New Funding Questions – Kerr County is installing flood warning sirens along the Guadalupe River as part of legislation passed after last year’s tragedy
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