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[Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett @RepJasmine]

Let these words sink in: the Texas abortion ban has led to an 11.5% increase in infant deaths over the previous year. Infant deaths had been declining since 2014 - now they are increasing.

Women are dying. Infants are dying. What about that is "pro-life"?

[Chris Harris @chrisharris101]

The clear racial divide on so many council votes - like this one to rush a huge expensive debacle congregate shelter on the east side - highlights the segregation that continues in Austin, & the ability & willingness for rich white folks to ram their agenda down our throats.

[sameeha rizvi @sameeha_rizvi]

Uncertainty looms over the future of DEI in higher ed. Let's dive into the consequences & implications of #SB17 with this thread -- especially for folks who are new to these bills🧵

[Texas Students for DEI @TexasforDEI]

A statement from our coalition is included in this important article by @McGeeReports — “The implementation of DEI offices and practices may be banned from college campuses, but the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion can never be removed from us, the people.” #sb17

[Karma Chávez @queermigrations]

But I want DEI staff at @UTAustin to know that we will fight for you! Your work is so important. And this fight is not over with the state. Love to all who participated in our struggle. 2/2

[Kate @kateresists]

"Diversity, equity, & inclusion can never be removed from us, the ppl. We-those who care about academic pursuit, who want to engage w, learn from & walk beside ppl of all backgrounds, & who welcome all ppl-cannot be stopped." 🔥from @TexasforDEI, a group I'm v proud to be part of

[Kate McGee Balagia @McGeeReports]

Texas is very close to banning DEI in public universities #txlege.

A committee of lawmakers from H and S have agreed on a final version of the bill. Still needs full chambers to approve before sending to Abbott.

https://t.co/SBS1bqwr0K

[Kate McGee Balagia @McGeeReports]

While faculty say the House version is better than eliminating tenure, they have issues with putting this in state law, essentially taking power away from schools to administer their own tenure policies as it works for them #txlege

[Matt Largey (real) @mattlargey]

This feels weird because it seems like no one is ever held accountable for things in Texas government.

[Scott Braddock @scottbraddock]

Rep @EddieMoralesJr formally asks that the charges against AG @KenPaxtonTX be updated to include intimidation of legislators and "jury tampering" when it comes to his communications with members of the Texas Senate #txlege

[AAUP-AFT at UT Austin @aaup_utAustin]

@AAUP @TexasAaup @TXFacultyAssoc @txblackcaucus @queermigrations It’s not over until it’s over, but this is a good time to say we appreciate the support of @AAUP @TexasAaup @TexasAFT @txblackcaucus @TexasforDEI @NAACP_LDF @TXFacultyAssoc

[Patrick Svitek @PatrickSvitek]

As another political matter, the presiding officer of the Senate, where the trial would take place, has made known he doesn’t like taking up matters that are driven by a Dem majority in the House >

[Patrick Svitek @PatrickSvitek]

Of course it’s easy to see the path to 11 R votes, which is all that matters constitutionally right now.

Politically, though, leadership is probably mindful of Dems making up so much of the vote. Will a majority of House Rs vote for it (43/85)? More Rs than Ds? #txlege

[Patrick Svitek @PatrickSvitek]

Geren makes sure to get this on the record before he finishes: Paxton has been calling members about the impeachment vote and “threatening them with political consequences in their next election.” #txlege

[Kate @kateresists]

Where would we be without @TexasTribune. Truly grateful for their tireless work this session & always.

[Sewell Chan @sewellchan]

The nonprofit @TexasTribune is the largest statehouse news organization in the US. Follow our live coverage of Ken Paxton’s impeachment, and our politics team:
@PatrickSvitek
@James_Barragan
@zachdespart
@RobertDownen_

https://t.co/p4d8tgGjq8

[Robert Downen @RobertDownen_]

‼️‼️‼️ Rep. Charlie Geren, a member of the House investigative committee, just said Ken Paxton called "several" Texas House members and threatened them if they voted for his impeachment. #Txlege

Live updates here: https://t.co/8LqDYIV3Ct

[Celia Israel @CeliaIsrael]

The lobbyists around the bill to rollback project connect are handing this out at the Capitol today. The senate makes it worse again; maybe this time the city of austin will oppose?! #txlege @KUT @AutulloAAS

[Alex Nguyễn @alexnguyen2311]

NEW with @carla_astudi: Attorney General Ken Paxton dismissed House investigators as "highly partisan Democrat lawyers." A @TexasTribune review of their employment history, voting records and campaign donations suggests otherwise. #txlege https://t.co/ASciSAmNWk

[Erin Zwiener @ErinForYall]

What is irony?

Conservative politicians have pushed University of Texas to add a conservative think tank.

Now their own conversations on tenure are making it difficult to staff the same think tank.

[AAUP-AFT at UT Austin @aaup_utAustin]

❤️ this shoutout to @TexasforDEI, the student group that has been smart, persistent, and creative in opposing #SB17 and #SB18.

[Rep. Ana-María Rodríguez Ramos @Ramos4Texas]

Today #SB17 to ban #DEI has passed the House. Shout out @TexasforDEI who’ve passionately raised awareness to the impacts of this bill on accreditation, funding through grants, and the inclusive spaces that DEI offices create on our campuses. #TXLege #Advocacy