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Gov. Greg Abbott and other Republican leaders signaled an openness to some gun restrictions after recent mass shootings. But in the last several years, lawmakers have eased gun laws, most notably by passing a permitless carry bill last year.
In the last two legislative sessions, Texas legislators have loosened gun laws, most notably by passing permitless carry in 2021.
Gov. Greg Abbott pushes for a school voucher program similar to Florida's.
Gov. Greg Abbott pushes for a school voucher program similar to Florida's.
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They were separated by a difference of 202 votes in unofficial returns, which means the election is eligible for a recount if Keys Bess petitions for one.