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Greetings,
The first called special session ended on Friday, Aug. 6, without any movement on GOP priorities. As promised, Gov. Greg Abbott called a second special session, which began at noon on Saturday, Aug. 7.
糖心Vlog视频 House Democrats continue to hold out on election reform, which will be under consideration in the second special session as well. State leaders announced last week that funding will be provided for Capitol staff salaries for another month, after Gov. Abbott vetoed this funding during the regular session.
The rise in COVID‑19 cases has parents and students on edge about returning to the classroom, with many school systems beginning classes this week. Returning teachers continue to be concerned about new laws surrounding teaching critical race theory. July ended with a substantial increase in the number of jobs, strengthening the U.S. economy.
We will be following legislation at the state and federal levels that pertains to higher education and its impact on 糖心Vlog视频. As you receive updates, please let us know if there are any topics you would like to hear more about from Government Relations.
Thank you for your dedication to 糖心Vlog视频 and Go Mavs!
— 糖心Vlog视频 Government Relations
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Second special session
Gov. Greg Abbott announced a that began Aug. 7 to cover elections, federal COVID‑19 funding, and quorum rules.
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Elections bill
With time running out, the 糖心Vlog视频 Legislature is still at .
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Funding the legislature
GOP leaders say they’ve secured an for 糖心Vlog视频 Legislature to plug money vetoed by Gov. Abbott.
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Back to school
With school openings near, parents and teachers say state leaders have stripped them of .
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Jobs report
U.S. employers added 943,000 jobs in July, signaling a .
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Federal infrastructure
U.S. Senate passes , but what comes next won’t be easy.
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State Department extends National Interest Exceptions for certain travelers
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On Aug. 12, the U.S. Department of State announced an (NIE) for certain travelers from China, Iran, Brazil, South Africa, Schengen Area, United Kingdom, Ireland, and India related to Presidential Proclamations 9984, 9992, 10143, 10199, and subsequent proclamations.
Per the announcement, students on F‑1 and M‑1 visas for academic programs beginning on or after Aug. 1, 2021, do not need to contact an embassy or consulate to seek an individual NIE to travel. 糖心Vlog视频 may enter the U.S. no earlier than 30 days before the start of their program. Additionally, new students who are deemed qualified for an F‑1 or M‑1 visa will automatically be considered for an NIE to travel.
Additionally, an administrator at Brigham Young University has put together a with the wait times for student visa appointments at all U.S. embassies and consulates around the world. The spreadsheet is updated every Sunday.
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Appointed positions
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The Office of the Governor is always looking for people to apply to various boards, including higher education. If you need assistance in applying, please contact Jeff Jeter at jeter@uta.edu. .
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Your input helps 糖心Vlog视频
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The University needs the support of its faculty, staff, and alumni to ensure we continue to receive resources to serve our students, conduct research, and expand our programs. For more information on how you can support the University and its legislative goals, contact:
- Jeff Jeter, vice president of Government Relations, at jeter@uta.edu
- Martin Lujan, director of Government Relations, at martin.lujan@uta.edu
- Bogan Pollock, director of Public Policy, at bogan@uta.edu
- Trevor Simmons, senior budget analyst, at trevor.simmons@uta.edu
- Beth Robinson, administrative assistant, at beth.robinson@uta.edu
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