HB 3 legislation could reform governor’s emergency powers

The Texas House approved HB 3 legislation which would affirm the governor’s ability to suspend state laws during a pandemic and allow overriding local orders issued by county judges or mayor if inconsistent with state orders, as well as involve the legislature during such instances. House members voted 92-45 for the bill and gave formal approval to send the bill to the Senate for co...

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