AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEast Texas Shooting: A sheriff’s deputy was killed and a Canton police officer wounded while serving felony warrants at a rural home. The suspect was found dead, and the Texas Rangers will investigate. Midterm Voting: Texas counties are reporting record early-voting turnout. Harris County counted about 104,000 ballots on the first day, far above its previous high. Senate Race: A University of Houston poll puts Democrat James Talarico at 48% and Republican Ken Paxton at 46%, with Talarico holding a wide lead among independents. Houston Water Bills: City Council unanimously approved another $5.5 million for remote-reading devices, bringing the water-meter contract to $43.5 million amid years of billing complaints. State Funding: The Texas Lottery contributed $1.85 billion in fiscal 2026, including $1.82 billion for public schools and a record $31.7 million for veterans’ assistance. Autism Services: Families and advocates are raising alarms over a state budget proposal that would eliminate the Children’s Autism Program, which supports hundreds of Texas families.
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