“That process will begin in earnest immediately,” he added.
Phelan, a Republican, on Tuesday signed arrest warrants for the 52 lawmakers who are refusing to appear, but that action has not led to a quorum so far.
Texas law allows for the arrest of lawmakers who aren’t doing their duty. It wasn’t clear whether the deputized officers will arrest the missing legislators. Phelan’s office and the Texas Department of Public Safety did not immediately return requests for comment for more details.
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“That process will begin in earnest immediately,” he added.
Phelan, a Republican, on Tuesday signed arrest warrants for the 52 lawmakers who are refusing to appear, but that action has not led to a quorum so far.
Texas law allows for the arrest of lawmakers who aren’t doing their duty. It wasn’t clear whether the deputized officers will arrest the missing legislators. Phelan’s office and the Texas Department of Public Safety did not immediately return requests for comment for more details.