The veteran president of the Texas Senate and the new speaker of the House did not start out on the same page.

Meanwhile in the Panhandle, Republicans were less excited that Burrows won the speaker contest thanks largely to Democrats.

Lubbock Republican state Rep. Dustin Burrows clinched the Texas House speakership Tuesday with 85 votes in the 150-member chamber.

Lubbock, Texas, is recognized as a Digital Media Friendly Certified Community, boosting its media industry profile.

Burrows of Lubbock entered the race ... as Speaker was a positive step for Texas, but maintained his criticism of Burrows. "[Phelan's] close ally, Dustin Burrows, was elected with the support ...

A leader who learned to keep promises, a chance at chairing committees, and what they see as more chances for a fairer ...

Dustin Burrows is elected Speaker of the Texas House, signaling potential bipartisanship in addressing state issues.

Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows navigates bipartisan tightrope with the adoption of new rules governing committees in his ...

Since then, the vast majority of House speakers have been elected by acclamation or with more than 140 votes. Even Rep. Dade ...

By State Rep. Mitch Little It’s a tense time to be in the Texas House. The first two weeks of the legislative session have ...

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State Rep. Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) won the Texas House speakership after two rounds of voting on Tuesday, the first day of ...