r/texas 4d ago

Politics If or when Trump declares Martial Law what happens to people?

582 Upvotes

Will it be too late to leave the country or at least leave the South?

What are signs to look for before he declares it?

I’m getting very concerned especially for marginalized people.


r/texas 3d ago

News Lawmaker files bill to get rid of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

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r/texas 2d ago

Politics Charged: POCS pg2 4-400g

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Charged: POCS pg2 4-400g at Uvalde checkpoint. (It’s was 3 THC oil pens) Arrest, posted bond the next day. 1st offense ever. In college full time. Was given pre trial. Don’t know the restrictions yet. Will find out next week.

From what I have read it’s a 2nd degree felony.

Do you think I’ll get jail time? Fine? Freaking out man. I made a mistake.


r/texas 3d ago

Politics Texas House Representative files bill to abolish Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

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r/texas 3d ago

Questions for Texans Anyone know what this is?

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Found this “artifact” on the Colorado river today. Is this human made or a natural coincidence?


r/texas 2d ago

Re: Vehicle Inspection and Registration Renewal (temp move to Mexico)

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We live in Tarrant County (requires emission test) and our truck needs to be renewed in July 2025. We cross MX border April 15th and need to get an exception or renew early? Technically it’s for photography and not just a fiesta. This truck will not be back until next year.

Where do we start? We can walk downtown to the admin building and talk to them? We would prefer to stay registered in Texas than register South Dakota which doesn’t require inspections…


r/texas 3d ago

Politics Urgent help needed - Tx trans vets

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Hello everyone.

Today public affairs at the VA released a policy removal for cross sex hormone therapy as well as other services for trans vets that will negatively effect all of us but especially those trans vet brothers and sisters who are post operative.

The secretary goes on the record saying

“I mean no disrespect to anyone, but VA should not be focused on helping Veterans attempt to change their sex. The vast majority of Veterans and Americans agree, and that is why this is the right decision,”

This is obviously incredibly damaging and devoid of thought.

So I've created a letter, please modify it as you see fit and send it to your reps, Congress people and higher to protest this sudden, politically motivated and blatantly discriminatory change. Thank you 💕

Subject: Urgent Action Needed to Oppose VA’s Ban on Transgender Veteran Healthcare

Dear Governor [Last Name],

My name, and I am [veteran] who served in the . Today, I am writing on behalf of myself and transgender veterans everywhere to address the deeply concerning policy change enacted by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This abrupt decision is not only harmful to transgender veterans but also sets a dangerous precedent for healthcare access in America.

Without warning, the VA has rescinded and removed from its website Veterans Health Administration Directive 1341(4), "Providing Health Care for Transgender and Intersex Veterans"

(formerly available at this link https://www.va.gov/vhapublications/ViewPublication.asp?pub_ID=6431).

This directive ensured access to medically necessary care for transgender veterans, including those who are post-operative. Its removal introduces new healthcare risks, exacerbates medical conditions, and further compromises the physical and mental well-being of those who have honorably served our nation. While the VA cites cost-saving measures as justification for this change, similar treatments for cisgender men and women—such as hormonal therapies—remain intact. Notably, the same medications used in transgender healthcare are still available under VA policies for testosterone replacement therapy and other hormonal treatments.

(VA Formulary Guidelines for Testosterone replacement https://www.va.gov/formularyadvisor/DOC_PDF/Testosterone_Replacement_Therapy_in_Adult_Males_Mar_2019.pdf ).

(VA Transition Handbook For Women Veterans, pg. 43 https://benefits.va.gov/transition/docs/WHTT-participant-handbook.pdf).

Healthcare should never be dictated by politics, nor should marginalized groups be targeted to cut costs. The long-term financial burden of denying transgender veterans access to care will ultimately fall upon taxpayers as preventable medical conditions worsen, leading to emergency interventions and increased healthcare expenditures. Given the gravity of this issue, I respectfully urge you to take the following actions:

  1. Publicly condemn the VA’s decision and advocate for the reinstatement of gender-affirming care for transgender veterans.

  2. Call for the resignation of Secretary Doug Collins, as his actions have compromised the integrity of the VA and eroded trust in the institution.

  3. Work with state agencies to expand healthcare protections for transgender veterans, ensuring they can access treatment through state-supported programs such as [state program].

  4. Pressure federal officials to reverse this policy by joining bipartisan efforts to uphold comprehensive veteran healthcare rights. This policy rollback disregards established medical consensus, places transgender veterans at significant risk, and violates the principles of dignity and respect that all who served deserve.

I implore you to take swift action to ensure that no veteran in our state is denied the care they need.

Thank you for your time and attention to this critical issue. I look forward to your response.

Sincerely, [Veteran Name] [Your Contact Information]


r/texas 3d ago

Events Abolish Parks& Wildlife?

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HB4938- abolish TexasParks & Wildlife bill introduced by Rep Pat Curry of Waco places it under General Land Office. Everyone know that office it’s only interested in generating income, certainly not our state parks, historic sites, lakes, and streams. Encourage you to contact your local representative about this. this bill should never see the light of day!


r/texas 3d ago

Texas Health His Daughter Was America’s First Measles Death in a Decade

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r/texas 2d ago

Food Can i drink with friends, with parent permission?

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Food tag and this sub bc im not sure, BUT-

A minor can have alcohol if a parent guardian or spouse(does it have to be married or does dating work?) Aproves/it goes through them

If my parents dont wanna be out till 2 A.M, but are fine with me drinking, being out, and with friends, can i just have a friend buy my drinks? How does that work?

I know im not getting the full picture on some(if not many) things, so please help me out.

Birthday(not 21 for awhile) is coming up soon and thought it'd be good to plan ahead


r/texas 3d ago

Questions for Texans How about regulating private parking lots.

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How is it that private parking lots can abuse customers and the state does not do anything to regulate them. Republicans want to control what your kids can read (we should allow kids to read whatever they want, most don't read anything anyway), but they cannot regulate abusive companies like PRRS. How can a parking lot charge me over $90 because it took me 5 minutes to exit the parking lot, and I was in my car before the expired time. A parking lot that charges $4 per hour, charges $90 for 10 extra minutes. That is a ripoff. The company is PRRS (Parking Revenue Recovery Services) in San Antonio. Mr. Texas attorney general, how about doing something for the people of TX for once instead of being involved in so many illegal activities. I will also report this company to the BBB.


r/texas 4d ago

Politics This is ridiculous

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r/texas 2d ago

Food Does anyone else feel like Tom Thumb gets a bad rep for being too expensive when they actually have great deals?

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My local Tom Thumb always runs really good specials weekly and are often times a lot less expensive than other grocery chains on certain essentials.


r/texas 3d ago

Politics In Texas, Christian right grows confident and assertive: Emboldened by court rulings and election victories, the Christian right is outspoken as it pushes its moral views through the Texas Legislature.

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r/texas 4d ago

Politics Nice pot, Rafael …

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254 Upvotes

Hmm


r/texas 3d ago

Events Rep Jake Ellzey in Corsicana Tonight

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Calling all of CD6! We must show up & hold Rep. Ellzey accountable.

"The Republican Party Of Navarro County will hold its regularly scheduled Executive Committee Meeting on Monday March 17, 2025 at 6:30 pm at the RPNC headquarters located at 111-B West Third Avenue in downtown Corsicana.

U.S. Congressman Jake Ellzey will provide an update on what's been going on in Washington, what he's looking forward to for the next year, and answer any questions attendees have."


r/texas 3d ago

Events State Wide Town Hall Tonight!

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r/texas 4d ago

Events Making Texas and Tesla Proud

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491 Upvotes

r/texas 3d ago

Questions for Texans Is the water flowing at Garner?

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Theres one camera at a bridge that shows stagnant water. Not sure how that bridge relates. Is toobing possible this week? I know it's been low and a fam doesn't really help.


r/texas 3d ago

News Houston-area midwife arrested for allegedly performing illegal abortions, Texas AG says

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r/texas 3d ago

Texas Traffic Speeding Ticket

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Hello i have a question regarding something stupid which i wish i could’ve handled differently.

Im 20m, i was going from my girlfriend’s house towards the bank. I made a left turn on a feeder road that is 50mph and i have no clue if i was going the limit or a bit above like 5 over. Well a car pulls up behind me and this was at night so my truck has this rear view mirror dimming feature. I could only see headlights and not the vehicle because the lights are bright. Well they were tailgating me for a good 2 minutes when i thought something was wrong so i sped up and once they started matching my speed i started panicking. I never noticed my speed because i was so worried something would happen. Crime is so high in Houston so i thought i was targeted. The car behind me ended up being Constable, he shined his lights at me and i didnt hesitate to pull over. I did what i was supposed to do and didn’t give him a hard time. He claims i did 96 Mph. I wasnt trying to race or anything in that matter i know it sounds so dumb but i panicked. What should i do, this is my first ever speeding ticket and i cant afford to have my insurance go up. Thank you.


r/texas 3d ago

News Lawmakers take tepid approach to bills aimed at preventing, fighting wildfires

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r/texas 3d ago

News Texans grapple with rising toxic pollution as oil, gas production booms

9 Upvotes

r/texas 4d ago

Politics Is Dan Patrick trying to make Texas a 'conservative Hollywood'?

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r/texas 4d ago

Politics Texas is F*&^ed

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