While SB 1200 would not make licenses for military spouses reciprocal, it would allow them to work in Texas using their license from another state if it is substantially equivalent to the one here. This is a step in the right direction and one that will help many military families.
Taxes & Spending
Austin’s rising utility fees are taxes by another name
Rising utility bills are one of many factors exacerbating Austin’s well-documented affordability crisis. When Austin utility bills went up last winter, many residents probably didn’t even notice — mostly because the increase in fees was hidden by reductions in other costs. But here’s the truth: The city of Austin is squeezing its customers more than they know....
April 2, 2026