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(TX) & Paxton Sues NCAA
Austin, TX – December 31, 2024 – The weekend of December 20-22, women’s sports won big with two very important actions by the state and federal government. On December 20, the Biden administration withdrew its erroneous, proposed rule that would have allowed men to compete in women’s sports. The rule being withdrawn was proposed in April 2023 after thousands of Americans spoke out with public comments after Biden’s initial rule to rewrite Title IX to have “sex” include gender identity. The rule would have placed the burden on the female athlete to prove that a man was in her sport and prove why that was unfair. The Biden administration withdrew this rule because they continue to receive ongoing litigation regarding their treatment of female athletes.
Sunday night of December 22, Texas delivered another win for female athletes when Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) for allowing men to compete in women’s sports. AG Paxton is suing the NCAA under the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act for engaging in false and deceptive practices for marketing women’s sporting events that ultimately allowed men to compete in those women’s sporting events.
Director of Government Relations, Mary Elizabeth Castle for Texas Values said,
“The bad decisions of the federal government and the NCAA are coming back home to roost. It was always a bad policy to deny women and girls their rights to fair play, guaranteed by Title IX; and safety in private, vulnerable spaces. Now that the Biden administration has backed down, the NCAA should follow suit. Women deserve an opportunity to win and feel safe in their sports – it’s their civil right!”
JumBurrito & WTXFB Partner Up for the Holiday Season
Midland/Odessa, TX — December 30, 2024 — The West Texas Food Bank (WTXFB) is thrilled to announce
the remarkable success of its partnership with JumBurrito during the 2024 holiday season. Thanks to the
incredible generosity of JumBurrito’s Revolutionary Rewards customers, $12,072.50 was raised this year alone,
creating an astounding 24,145 meals for individuals and families in need across the Permian Basin.
In a remarkable show of holiday spirit, JumBurrito’s owner, Jose Cuevas Jr., personally raised the total
contribution to $15,000, ensuring the creation of an incredible 30,000 meals.
JumBurrito’s annual fundraiser has been a cornerstone of community support since 2010, enabling Rewards
Members to make a direct impact with every visit. For each transaction, $0.50 was donated to the WTFB. This
year’s contributions reflect one of the most successful fundraisers to date.
The West Texas Food Bank’s CEO, Libby Stephens, expressed gratitude for the enduring partnership: “We are
beyond thankful for partnerships like we have with JumBurrito and their loyal customers. These meals represent
more than nourishment; they represent hope, care, and compassion during a time of year when many in our
community are in greatest need.”
This partnership highlights how local businesses and nonprofits can join forces to create lasting change. Funds
raised by JumBurrito not only support meal creation but also bolster the WTXFB’s efforts to combat food
insecurity across the region.
The West Texas Food Bank invites the community to continue supporting businesses like JumBurrito that
prioritize giving back. Together, we can ensure that no one in the Permian Basin goes hungry
MCH Celebrates First Baby Born in 2025 Baby Juliet Sang born just after midnight on New Year’s Day
ODESSA, TEXAS – Medical Center Hospital is celebrating its first delivery of 2025.
Baby Juliet Sang was born at 12:54 a.m. and weighed in at 8 pounds, 6 ounces. Her
proud parents are Sui Tial and Ram Sang.
The Medical Center Health System Foundation and Children’s Miracle Network at
MCHS provided the family with several gifts for the occasion.
MCH would like to congratulate the family of little Juliet for ringing in 2025 with a
beautiful baby girl!
First Baby of 2025
Midland Memorial Hospital would like to
congratulate the Hernandez and Campa family of
Midland on the birth of their new baby girl, the first
child born in Midland in 2025. Keilani Avery was
born at 4:42 a.m. to Hannia Hernandez and Marcos
Campa, weighing 6 lbs. 15 oz and 19 ¾ inches long.
The family will be presented with a gift basket full of
items for the new baby and mom.
Gift basket items include:
• Baby toys, teether, pacifiers and socks from
Hope Chest, a program sponsored by Midland
Health and Midland Memorial Foundation
• Blanket, hat and socks from Nifty Knitters of
Midland and the Hospital Auxiliary
• Baby’s First Ornament from Miss Cayce’s
• Burp rag, water bottle, 1 month pass from The
Little Gym
• Onesie from Midland Run Crew
• A stuffed animal and the gift basket was
beautifully arranged by Becky’s Flowers
Midland Memorial Hospital would like to thank all
these businesses and individuals for their donations
to our first baby of 2025.
New Year’s Eve Operation
On New Year’s Eve the Odessa Police Department conducted an operation aimed at increasing the safety of our citizens. Staffing was increased and the Odessa Police Department was joined by additional personnel from the Texas Department of Public Safety, the Ector County Sherrif’s Office, Medical Center Hospital Police Department, Ector County Independent School District Police Department and Fire Marshals from Odessa Fire and Rescue. The additional personnel focused on intoxicated driving and the illegal use of fireworks in the city limits. Officers made 140 traffic stops, arrested 8 individuals for Driving While Intoxicated and answered 104 fireworks related calls. The result of this effort was that there were only two reported accidents between 10:00 pm on December 31, 2024 and 4:00 am on January 1, 2025. One of those accidents included an intoxicated driver. No major injuries were reported.
TxDOT construction at Lamesa and Scharbauer
The City of Midland wants to help those making the commute to school and work through east Midland next week. Please pass on the following
“Starting Monday, January 6, 2025, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will begin a full closure of Lamesa Road and Scharbauer Drive for roadway improvements and intersection upgrades.
The City of Midland recommends using Fairgrounds Road, Big Spring Street, and A Street (both northbound and southbound) as alternate routes.
Vehicle Safety Inspection Program Changes Now in Effect
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds Texans that changes to the state’s Vehicle Safety Inspection Program are now in effect. These changes—which took effect on Jan. 1, 2025, and eliminate many vehicle safety inspections—are due to House Bill 3297. The bill was passed by the 88th Legislature and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott in 2023, abolishing the Vehicle Safety Inspection Program for non-commercial vehicles.
As a reminder, as of Jan. 1, 2025, non-commercial vehicles no longer need a vehicle safety inspection prior to registration. All non-commercial vehicles in the state are still subject to a $7.50 inspection program replacement fee per HB 3297. The inspection program replacement fee will be paid when you register your vehicle with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
New vehicles (those of the current or preceding model year on the date of purchase) purchased in Texas that have not been previously registered in Texas or another state are required to pay an initial inspection program replacement fee of $16.75 to cover two years.
Please note the inspection program replacement fee is not an increase in the cost of your vehicle registration. As its name suggests, this fee simply replaces the revenue source for state programs and operations—like the construction and expansion of state highways—once supported by vehicle safety inspections.
Vehicles Registered in Emissions Counties
It is important to note that emissions tests are different than vehicle safety inspections. While comprehensive vehicle safety inspections are eliminated for all non-commercial vehicles, Texans whose vehicles are registered in emissions counties are still required to have emissions tests. The price of vehicle emissions tests varies by vehicle and county. Vehicles exempt from emissions inspections, including electric-only vehicles, continue to be exempt.
Emissions tests are required in major metropolitan areas, including Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris and Montgomery counties; Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall and Tarrant counties; Travis and Williamson counties; and El Paso County. Bexar County will be added to the list of counties requiring emissions tests in 2026.
Commercial Vehicles
All commercial vehicles in all counties are still required to obtain a passing vehicle safety inspection. Because they still need to pay for a safety inspection, commercial vehicles are exempt from the inspection program replacement fee.
Remember, all vehicles still need to be registered; the registration process continues to be managed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
Even though vehicle safety inspections have been eliminated for most vehicles, the department reminds Texans to regularly service their vehicles to keep themselves and other motorists safe on the road. Regular maintenance ensures the proper operation of your vehicle’s headlights, taillights, horn, mirrors, windshield wipers, tires and other critical functions. Driving a vehicle without many of these properly working safety features is against the law and puts everyone at risk.
Last month, DPS launched a public safety announcement (PSA) video reviewing changes to vehicle inspections.
Republican Study Committee Members Take Oath of Office, Recommit to Delivering Results for the American People
WASHINGTON, DC — This afternoon, members of the Republican Study Committee (RSC) officially took the oath of office to begin the 119th Congress, renewing their commitment to delivering results to the American people.
“As we begin the 119th Congress, the Republican Study Committee stands united in our mission to advance our strong and principled legislative agenda,” said Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11). “Over the last 4 years under the Biden Administration, our country’s national security has been compromised and our national debt crisis is out of control. These crises need immediate solutions, and RSC will not rest until the job is done. The American people gave us a mandate, and they can trust that we will continue fighting every day to protect and defend our values and fight for the future of our country.”
“The Republican Study Committee is ready to hit the ground running in the 119th Congress,” said Vice-Chairman Ben Cline (VA-06). “It is time to reverse course on the misguided and reckless policies that have hindered our great nation over the last 4 years. I look forward to helping advance conservative policy solutions that will strengthen our economy, secure our borders, and restore American leadership on the world stage. Our committee will proudly champion the America First agenda and get the job done.”
The Republican Study Committee is the largest conservative caucus in Congress that is focused on policy solutions that address the most pressing challenges facing our nation, including:
- Securing the southern border and ending the ongoing immigration crisis
- Strengthening America’s economic competitiveness
- Promoting fiscal responsibility and government accountability
- Defending American values and individual liberties
Members of the RSC believe that with conservative commitment today, America’s brightest days lie ahead.
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