A series of bills aimed at further cleaning up government ethics, lobbying practices and campaign contributions — while making it easier for new candidates to campaign for office — are suddenly ...

State Rep. Vance Smith lost his job as CEO of the Harris County Chamber of Commerce. The board chair said it was "obvious" they had different visions.

In today’s edition … Potential IRS tax revenue shortfall could move budget deadline up … Former Arizona state representative enters competitive Democratic primary to succeed Rep. Grijalva.

Minnesota state senator Kelly Morrison speaks at an event calling for increased legislative action regarding fentanyl Tuesday ...