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Texas Political Spotlight September 3, 2025

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Sen. Brandon Creighton is poised to become the next chancellor of the Texas Tech University System. At the same time, Texas has enacted a new law banning the sale of THC and hemp-derived vapes. Meanwhile, election officials in Collin, Williamson, and Bastrop counties are preparing to switch from touchscreen ballot-marking machines to hand-marked paper ballots this November, a shift they say will build voter confidence.

Texas Tech regents expected to name Sen. Brandon Creighton as next chancellor

I am honored the @TTUSystem Regents have expressed confidence in me and I’m excited about the future of the Texas Tech University System. Texas Tech is the tip of the spear for the future of higher education, leading in academics, athletics, and innovation. The world will continue…
— Brandon Creighton (@CreightonForTX) August 31, 2025

Sale of cannabis vapes outlawed in Texas as Senate Bill 2024 takes effect

TEXAS VAPE BAN LAW CONFUSION 💨 Many new Texas laws took effect September 1, including a law that makes it illegal to sell certain vapes. A provision within that legislation, however, is already causing confusion. https://t.co/SwxIi019A5 pic.twitter.com/eueE1WSXLQ
— News 4 San Antonio (@News4SA) September 2, 2025

Collin, Williamson, and Bastrop counties shift away from touchscreen ballot systems

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— Senator Angela Paxton (@AngelaPaxtonTX) August 28, 2025

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