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Texas comptroller issues the State of Texas Annual Cash Report
By Austin Journal Report | Nov 15, 2023
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts has issued the State of Texas Annual Cash Report for fiscal 2023, offering a cash-basis representation of the state's financial condition. This comprehensive report covers all funds within the State Treasury, providing details such as the date of origin, administering agency, authorizing statute, revenues and expenditures at the object code and category levels, according to the report by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts released its Texas Water: Present and Future Needs 2023 report
By Austin Journal Report | Oct 16, 2023
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts has recently issued the Texas Water: Present and Future Needs 2023 report, outlining both current and projected water supply dynamics. This report addresses various aspects, including water governance, rights, infrastructure, funding and environmental factors affecting water issues in Texas as outlined by the Texas Water: Present and Future Needs 2023 report provided by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.
Texas Comptroller's 2024-2025 Certification Revenue Estimate
By Austin Journal Report | Oct 16, 2023
The Texas Comptroller's Office has unveiled the 2024-2025 Certification Revenue Estimate. This comprehensive report covers Texas' economic outlook, the 2022-23 Ending Balance, transfers to the Economic Stabilization Fund and State Highway Fund, as well as tax and non-tax revenues that contribute to the revenue of all funds as outlined by the 2024-2025 Certification Revenue Estimate provided by the Texas Comptroller's Office.
UT-Austin Employee Files Lawsuit Over Speech Infringement
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 21, 2023
An Associate Professor of Finance at the McCombs School of Business has initiated legal proceedings against UT-Austin officials for efforts to restrict his speech.
Texas Department of Public Safety promotes Wakeman to major, first woman in organization history to hold position
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 19, 2023
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announced the promotion of Texas Ranger Captain Wende O. Wakeman to the rank of major, giving Wakeman the distinction of being the first female Texas Ranger in the state law enforcement agency’s 200-year history, according to a press release.
Paxton on impeachment acquittal: 'The truth could not be buried by mudslinging politicians or their power beneficiaries'
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 18, 2023
The Texas Senate voted to acquit Texas Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton on all articles of impeachment, allowing the state’s top law enforcement official to remain in the office he has held since 2015.
Longhorns following empathic win over national powerhouse Alabama: 'Love to see it'
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 12, 2023
On Sept. 9, University of Texas (UT) Longhorns head football coach Steve Sarkisian won the battle between protégé and mentor when his previously No. 11 program stunned old boss Nick Saban and the vaunted, then-No. 3-ranked University of Alabama (UA) Crimson Tide 34-24 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Abbott invites Hawaiian first responders to take advantage of free peer counseling services
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 6, 2023
Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Aug. 31 that the state is providing free peer counseling services to first responders and law enforcement who were impacted by the Aug. 8 wildfires that ravaged the Hawaiian island of Maui. A press release issued by the Office of the Texas Governor said these services are available through the Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network (TLEPN).
Williamson County Sheriff's Office alerts citizens to phone scam
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 6, 2023
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is alerting citizens to an increase in telephone scam attempts after the law enforcement agency fielded complaints in relation to the calls in question.
PopShorts wins Streamy Award: ‘We are thrilled to be recognized with such an esteemed award’
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 6, 2023
On Aug. 27, PopShorts, an influencer marketing agency based in Austin, won a Streamy Award recognizing their contributions to social impact in working with the International Committee of the Red Cross. Jake Hay, partner and head of business development at PopShorts, is delighted that his company was recognized for its social efforts.
Abbott announces Texas Music Incubator Rebate Program
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 6, 2023
Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas Music Office (TMO) announced the launch of the Texas Music Incubator Rebate Program (TMIR), with the acceptance of applications underway through the end of this month.
Abbott unveils 2023 inductees for Texas Women's Hall of Fame
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 6, 2023
On Aug. 29, Gov. Greg Abbott announced the eight 2023 honorees for the Texas Women’s Hall Of Fame. A press release issued by the Office of the Texas Governor said the future inductees have been recognized for outstanding achievement in their fields.
Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce to host Taste Lake Travis on Sept. 16
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 5, 2023
The Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce will host Taste Lake Travis, a food and beverage festival uniting regional leaders in cuisine, drinks and artisanal products, on Sept. 16. The event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at The Meadows at Safe Harbor Marina, Emerald Point, Lake Travis.
Austin names Henderson interim police chief
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 4, 2023
The Austin City Council voted unanimously to name Robin Henderson as interim chief of the Austin Police Department (APD) on Aug. 31, a City of Austin press release said. Henderson, who has been with the department for more than a quarter of a century, took over for the retired Joseph Chacon, the release said.
Interim Austin Police Chief Henderson on shopping center shooting: 'I would like to offer condolences to the families of the victims'
By Austin Journal Report | Sep 3, 2023
Interim Austin Chief of Police Robin Henderson said that a shooting incident in the 10000 block of Research Blvd. on Aug. 31 left two people dead, including the individual authorities allege was the suspect.
Biden Administration's efforts to promote wind farms off Texas coast come up short
By Austin Journal Report | Aug 30, 2023
Two leases for offshore wind farms off the Texas Gulf Coast failed to attract any interest in an auction held by the U.S. Department of Interior on Tuesday. The auction was part of an effort by the Biden Administration to deploy 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy by 2030.
Problems with renewables leads ERCOT to ask Texans to conserve electricity use for the fourth straight day
By Austin Journal Report | Aug 30, 2023
Because of low wind and potential low solar generation, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) on Sunday asked Texas residents and businesses to conserve electricity use. ERCOT's request was the fourth consecutive day that the manager for most of Texas' electric grid had asked Texans to conserve because of low output from renewable energy sources.
Noem: "The cartels are out for blood."
By Austin Journal Report | Aug 28, 2023
Amid escalating border concerns, several state governors convened in Texas, rallying behind Governor Abbott's call for action and criticizing President Biden's approach while highlighting the tangible outcomes of Operation Lone Star.
Olivarez: "In the last 24 hrs, Troopers have recovered four unaccompanied children in Eagle Pass."
By Austin Journal Report | Aug 24, 2023
Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers found two unaccompanied children, ages 4 and 7, from Chiapas, Mexico, abandoned near the Rio Grande, bringing the total rescues to over 900 in Operation Lone Star.
Texas PUC votes to increase electricity prices by approximately $500 million a year
By Austin Journal Report | Aug 21, 2023
The Public Utility Commission of Texas, which regulates Texas' electricity markets, voted to increase wholesale electricity prices at its open meeting on Aug. 3. The PUC's action is designed to increase revenue received by electricity generators by about $500 million a year in an effort to increase grid reliability.