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I am proud to have filed #SB13, a bill dedicated to protecting our children from obscene materials in school libraries.
You can read the full bill here: capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/His
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I filed the “Safety Six” starting with SB 1630 cracking down on truancy, because the bottom line is that we need to do something about strengthening school safety on multiple levels. These bills are common sense bills that address attendance policies, truancy, discipline records,… Show more
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Pharmacists delivered critical services during the pandemic to help mitigate the spread of COVID. As most Texans live within 2 miles of a pharmacy, we filed HB 2079 to allow pharmacists to test & treat for COVID, flu, and strep #txlege
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2) Moderates in state and fed gov are the key to returning our state and our Country to the people! 💪🏽👊🏼👍🏽
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I support for voting his district & taking ALL constituents into account. Too many in the current Rep. Party are quick to censure and forget the political system is set up for us to negotiate & take into account ALL constituents in our state or fed districts.
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Bill layout:
We don't like the policies of oppressive governments... They restrict land ownership.
So, let's make our laws more like theirs.
Perfect.
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We are so proud to have Kacey Williams on our team. Her knowledge and experience is a tremendous value to our office and the constituents we serve.
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In recognition of Black History Month, the Hobby School recognizes military veterans advocate and Master of Public Policy candidate Kacey Williams for her dedication to public service. Williams is working for legislation to ensure mental health services for military veterans.
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It was wonderful to see so many friends and leaders from Boerne - as well as my friend and House colleague - at the Capitol today. Kendall County is a key part of the district I represent, so thank you for sharing your priorities and concerns with me. #txlege
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Thank you for rolling up your sleeves and getting to work on critical issues in our justice system. #txlege
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I’m so proud to be named Chair of the Criminal Procedure Subcommittee on the House Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence!
Thank you Chair @moodyforelpaso for trusting me with this honor. I am ready to work hard for the people of Texas!
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Today, I filed HB 2709 to close the last remaining abortion loophole in Texas.
Allowing access to self-induced abortions and protecting the ability of others to coerce women into abortion are some of the least loving things our state can do for mothers and their children.
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Thursday, February 23, 2023, Celebrate Black History Month with the Garland ISD Department of Family and Community Engagement! They will be providing Garland ISD students with opportunities to showcase their musical talents. #GISD #TheGISDeffect #BHM
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Thank you for challenging the landfill expansion. I share the valid and serious concerns about the environmental and health hazards, increased truck traffic, and potential flooding caused by the expansion and its overall impact on the quality of life in Carverdale. #txlege
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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Announces Legal Action Against Landfill Expansion.
Read more here: cao.harriscountytx.gov/Newsroom/harri
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I’m grateful to spend time with Collin County Action to discuss our gun safety package and priorities for school safety and public safety. 🧡
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In case you missed it, here’s our gun safety legislative package:
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I’m announcing our common sense gun safety package to keep guns out of the hands of hardened criminals and children. I’ve also filed a bill to require lost and stolen firearms to be reported to local law enforcement so they may do their jobs better to prevent violent crime.
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Humbling to be able to pray and hear from Dr. Tony Evans at this morning's Texas Prayer Breakfast. #txlege
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I want to thank my colleagues for entrusting me with this responsibility. Together we will ensure that we address legislation that promotes limited government, fiscal responsibility, and personal liberty. #txlege
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Texas Latinx Judges is a nonpartisan, nonprofit professional association focused on the advancement of current and future Latinx judges — with the overall goal of advancing equal justice in the State of Texas.
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📣🚨TONIGHT!!🚨📣
Get your questions ready! Join State Senator José Menéndez for Menéndez Capitol Connection, our weekly virtual update/live Q&A on the 88th #txlege Session!
⏰ 6-7pm
➡️ Register for Zoom link: bit.ly/3kZtDod
#SanAntonio #BexarCounty #txed #txenergy
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San Antonio punk band Fea composed original music for new play debuting at Public Theater | Music Stories & Interviews | San Antonio | San Antonio Current
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Blessed to work with this talented professional.
Amor has the wonderful combination of abundant smarts and a servant’s heart.
#TeamAnchia #HD103
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Meet Amor Sheffield, political science major, legal studies minor, and aspiring attorney. She is working in Rep. Rafael Anchia's office, one of nine SHSU students interning in Austin this session.
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All the lobby turns attention to the as no definitive answers are forthcoming from the #Senate for two weeks
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My number one priority is and always will be fully funding PUBLIC education & fixing our broken recapture system.
I’m the proud product of public schools and won’t let any voucher schemes close these doors.
Thank you ATPE, Allen & Frisco ISD Trustees for coming to your capitol!
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El Pasoans need and deserve economic relief and with this biennium’s historic budget surplus, the #txlege has the power to do just that.
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Thrilled to honor Hayden on the House floor today!
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Happy 14th Birthday, Hayden! 
TY @leachfortexas for making this such a special day w/recognition from @TexasHouse floor. Every day is a gift our families can’t take for granted. #ThisIsWhyWeFight to #protectTXfragilekids—the hope of more time & birthdays to celebrate. #txlege
TY @leachfortexas for making this such a special day w/recognition from @TexasHouse floor. Every day is a gift our families can’t take for granted. #ThisIsWhyWeFight to #protectTXfragilekids—the hope of more time & birthdays to celebrate. #txlegeShow this thread
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Thurgood Marshall became the 1st Black Supreme Court Justice appointed by President LBJ in 1967. He was a civil rights attorney, that argued the landmark Brown v. Board of Education before the Supreme Court, which deemed racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.
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PVAMU Agriculture students are at the Capitol advocating for Ag Match funding. Very bright students.
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Last week various business chambers from across Texas were formally recognized with resolutions.
The #TexasLGBTQChambers was denied a formal resolution. Its members found themselves having to watch as other chambers were recognized.
Is this right? I don't think so. #LGBTQBiz
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We must. #txlege
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Will the #txlege have the same courage or will they allow Texas to fall behind Arkansas in educational freedom? It starts with @BradBuckleyDVM @KingForTexas @RepMattSchaefer @stevefortx @CharlesTX127 @CodyforTexas @brianeharrison @ColeHefnerTX #txlege #schoolchoice twitter.com/DeAngelisCorey…
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As a small business owner, I’ve seen firsthand that small businesses are the heart of our economy. You can trust me to continue supporting policies that jump start our economy and get small businesses working again. #txlege
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Today’s #BlackHistoryMonth Highlight is of Mrs. Verlene Norman Houston. Verlene was a former teacher at Carver High School, which educated African-American students during the segregation era in Garland, TX. #HD102
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