Most of these controversial bills are expected to pass or at least be debated on the floor. However, it is the voting rights bill that is currently on everyone s mind. Earlier this year, Democrats walked out of the House to prevent a quorum, thereby stopping debate of the bill. Now, they ve fled the state entirely, angering Republicans. In response, Abbott has threatened to resort to arresting the lawmakers, in a bitter campaign over the upcoming elections.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks at the NRA-ILA Leadership Forum at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center on May 4, 2018, in Dallas, Texas. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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