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Listen "Texas Legislative Session Wrap-Up: Kumbaya, Conservative Wins & Under-the-Radar Bills with Brad Johnson"
Episode Synopsis
Join Brian Phillips and Derek Cohen on The Right Idea as they dive into the 89th Texas Legislative Session with Brad Johnson, senior reporter at The Texan. From the unexpected "Kumbaya" harmony among Texas leaders to major conservative victories like bail reform, water funding, and education transparency, this episode breaks down the session’s biggest wins, under-the-radar bills, and what’s next for Texas politics. Will there be a special session? What interim issues are on the horizon? Plus, a fun take on celebrity divorces! 0:00 - Intro & Guest Brad Johnson1:15 - Hot Take: Craziest Celebrity Divorces4:12 - Overall narratives of the 89th Texas Legislative Session15:40 - Most Consequential Bills (Water Deal, Bail Reform, SB 12)24:50 - Under-the-Radar Legislation (Higher Ed Reform, Semiconductor Protection)40:03 - What Didn’t Pass? Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Ban & More48:15 - The “S” Word Rumors & Interim Priorities📩 Subscribe to “The Post” newsletter for exclusive content: texaspolicy.com/thepost
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