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Texas Legal Landscape: Abbott's H-1B Order and Harris County Judicial Race
Governor Abbott's order to pause H-1B visa applications in Texas raises significant questions about state vs. federal authority in immigration. Locally, the race for Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 2 judge highlights the impact of judicial roles on everyday legal disputes and access to justice for Texans.
Texas Disaster Recovery Stalls Amidst Worker Shortage, Pointing to Immigration and Education Policy Gaps
Texans face significant delays in disaster recovery due to a critical shortage of skilled construction workers. This deficit is largely driven by federal immigration enforcement policies deterring immigrant labor and public policy failures in funding and promoting vocational training, ultimately prolonging economic and personal hardship across the state.
Texas Policy Shifts: Abbott's H-1B Directive and Education Board's Book Vote Create Legal Headaches for Houston
Texas is seeing major policy shifts with significant legal implications. Governor Abbott's directive against H-1B visa petitions challenges federal authority, while the State Board of Education's delayed book vote raises concerns about free speech and censorship in schools.
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