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Apple
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago

Apple CEO reportedly urged Texas' governor to ditch online child safety bill | TechCrunch

Tim Cook opposed a Texas bill requiring age verification for device owners, citing privacy concerns for users.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
23 hours ago

I'm a Public-School English Teacher. The Most Vocal Defenders of K-12 Liberal Arts Are Not Who You'd Expect.

Legislation in Texas could undermine cultural heritage by restricting access to classic literature, including works by celebrated authors like Toni Morrison.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

A Texas abortion ban sponsor aims to clarify when doctors can do the procedure

Texas sees rising maternal deaths after abortion restrictions; lawmakers propose clarification for medical exceptions.
New legislation aims to protect mother's life amidst the abortion ban.
Silicon Valley
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Texas is on the verge of handing Tesla and other big businesses a major win

Texas lawmakers are introducing bills to limit shareholder lawsuits and resolutions, favoring businesses but raising concerns about minority shareholder rights.
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Corporate-Led Attack on Free Speech in Texas Meets Bipartisan Resistance

The reality is wealthy people don't need [first amendment protections], it's the little guy who needs them, and it doesn't matter if you're left or right.
SF politics
LGBT
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Texas weighs fines for schools if teachers use students' preferred pronouns or help them change hairstyles to 'socially transition'

Texas public schools may face fines for teachers using preferred pronouns or assisting in children's gender transitions under a new bill.
Remote teams
fromDallas News
1 month ago

State workers make case for remote work in Texas House hearing

Texas state employees seek increased flexibility for remote work amid stricter regulations following government orders.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Two bills compete to reform firefighters retirement fund - Austin Monitor

The unfunded liability of the Austin Firefighters Retirement Fund is projected to exceed $327 million, prompting legislative reforms to ensure compliance and fiscal soundness.
SF politics
SF parents
fromEngadget
2 months ago

SpaceX could soon have more control over Texas public road and beach closures

SpaceX may gain control over beach closures and evacuation enforcement in South Texas with new legislative bills.
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