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We passed legislation saying, 'We have the right to do this,' and federal judges are saying, 'Whoa, wait a minute while we look at this'

GOP Texas State Representative Marva Beck, on the wave of court injunctions temporarily blocking all or parts of conservative laws passed by Republican supermajorities. The laws address contentious issues such as abortion restrictions, financing for Planned Parenthood and immigration enforcement.

GOP Texas State Representative Marva Beck, on the wave of court injunctions temporarily blocking all or parts of conservative laws passed by Republican supermajorities. The laws address contentious issues such as abortion restrictions, financing for Planned Parenthood and immigration enforcement.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.