Texas Government Insider
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Texas Government Insider (TGI) is SPI’s essential weekly publication, delivering the latest developments in state and local government for those doing business with the public sector in the Lone Star State.
Each issue provides a roundup of government contracting news, political insights, key policy updates, and expert analysis from SPI’s team of seasoned researchers, consultants, and subject matter experts. TGI also features exclusive interviews with influential government insiders, details on upcoming conferences, gubernatorial appointments, and valuable procurement intelligence you won’t find elsewhere.
Saluting Texas Lone Stars – Kelly Keel
Kelly Keel - Executive Director, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Public career highlights and education: My career at TCEQ started 23 years ago and I’ve served in several capacities throughout the agency. Prior to my current position, I was the Director of...
TEA appoints board of managers, new superintendent to replace SSAISD board of trustees
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has revamped the South San Antonio Independent School District (SSAISD), appointing a new superintendent alongside a seven-member Board of Managers. The board will replace the current elected Board of Trustees, assuming their...
Texas city approves $18 million to build a police station, remodel fire stations
The city of Fate will spend $17.7 million to build a police station and remodel two fire stations. Bids for designers will open in March 2025, with construction beginning later this year. Constructing the police station will cost $15.7 million. The two-story building...
Texas receives C-grade for infrastructure, falls short in water, transit and broadband sectors
Although Texas' infrastructure ranks better than many other states, it still requires significant state investment to ensure the well-being and security of its residents. That’s according to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) – the leading organization of...
Dr. Karen Molinar chosen as superintendent of Fort Worth ISD
The Fort Worth Independent School District (FWISD) Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Karen Molinar as the lone finalist for superintendent. Dr. Molinar was unanimously voted into the role Feb. 18, 2025. She has been operating as the district’s interim superintendent...
DART outlines $2 billion plan to modernize transit system
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will modernize its system to better address the region’s travel needs and demands. The DART Transform program will prioritize enhancing the customer experience with updated vehicles, better passenger facilities and increased resilience...
UT-Austin names Jim Davis as interim president
The University of Texas (UT) System has named Jim Davis as the interim president of UT-Austin, effective immediately. Before his selection as interim president, Davis was UT-Austin's chief operating officer (COO) since 2023. He has been with the institution since...
TAMU solicits designer for $28.3 million athletic player development center
Texas A&M University (TAMU) is seeking an architect to design a $28.3 million player development center at Blue Bell Park. Construction is anticipated to begin in December 2025. The project will enhance the university’s baseball stadium with new player development...