Texas lawmakers are continuing to look into a fast-growing community north of Houston. Colony Ridge was thrust into the spotlight after concerns spread on socia
l media that it's allegedly a magnet for illegal immigration. l media that it's allegedly a magnet for illegal immigration.
Among others, the Texas Senate Local Government Committee heard from Texas DPS Director Steven McCraw who testified authorities around Colony Ridge find a lot of people -- more than 60% -- without a driver’s license.ALSO| Abbott expands special session call amidst impasse on school choice in House Colony Ridge is enjoying a land-rush as their availability of low-cost housing floods the area with first-time property owners. And the county is struggling to keep up with the population growth.
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