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February 19, 2020
Today, Senator Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa was presented the "Border Super Hero Award" by the Border Prosecution Unit at their Region 3 Training in South Padre Island. The Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) is an initiative involving the Texas Department of Public Safety and each of the district attorneys in the border jurisdictions of Texas.
From Senator Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa
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February 19, 2020
Judge Staci Williams, candidate for Texas Supreme Court on Wednesday, said a mail piece distributed by her opponent, Brandi Voss, was misleading, while Williams’ campaign officials said the mailer further shows Voss is unready for Texas’ highest civil court.
From Staci Williams Campaign
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February 19, 2020
We're seeing growing numbers of Texas Democrats on social media posting about waiting until after the Nevada caucus and/or South Carolina primary to vote (screenshots below). Waiting until after Nevada would mean voting on the second week of early voting, waiting until after South Carolina would leave only Election Day.
From Common Cause Texas
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February 19, 2020
In yet another instance of disgusting comments made by Texas Republicans, Texas Republican Congressman Jamie Berryhill “posted a comment on Facebook Tuesday comparing a nation without borders to a woman who's been sexually assaulted - and who no longer has any value.”
From Texas Democratic Party
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February 18, 2020
Senator Kirk Watson, D-Austin, issued the following statement:
I have the extraordinary opportunity to be the Founding Dean of the University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs. This is a chance to build a world-class public affairs and policy school essentially from the ground up. It is transformative work at a creative and ambitious university, located in one of the country’s largest and most diverse cities.
From Senator Kirk Watson
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February 18, 2020
Statement from Ken Lambrecht, President & CEO, Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas
“Sen. Kirk Watson (D-Austin) has been a champion for Planned Parenthood patients in Central Texas at all times. He stood with Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas as we opened the doors to new health centers in Austin, advocated for our patients in the Texas Senate, and has been one of our most trusted defenders of reproductive health and rights for people across the state.
From Planned Parenthood Texas Votes
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February 18, 2020
State Representative Armando “Mando” Martinez (D-Weslaco) passed Rider 28 to the 2020-21 General Appropriations Act during the 86th Legislative Session to start the remediation of the Donna Reservoir and Canal System (Donna Lake).
From Representative Armando "Mando" Martinez
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February 18, 2020
Chris Putnam today called out 24-year incumbent Kay Granger for staging a press conference to attempt to explain how she’s gone from a self-described “pro-choice Republican” who called on President Trump to quit the 2016 race, to a convert to the pro-life cause.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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February 18, 2020
Rep. Donna Howard (D-Austin) this morning reflected on the news of Senator Kirk Watson’s forthcoming retirement from elected office and future role as the founding Dean of the Hobby School of Public Policy at the University of Houston.
From Donna Howard Campaign
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February 18, 2020
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement:
“It was always a great day to be a Texas Democrat with Senator Kirk Watson on the floor of the Texas Senate. Senator Watson is a true champion and ally in every sense of the word.
From Texas Democratic Party
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February 18, 2020
Today, Chris Putnam’s campaign announced a flood of endorsements from local elected officials. Putnam boasts of over sixty endorsements from elected officials and grassroots leaders across all three counties.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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February 18, 2020
The Texas AFL-CIO congratulates Kirk Watson on being named the first dean of the new University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs and thanks him for his service in the Texas Senate.
From Texas AFL-CIO
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February 18, 2020
The following statement was released by Senator Carol Alvarado, Chair of the Senate Democratic Caucus:
Senator Watson has long been a strong public servant and leader in Texas, first as Mayor of Austin and then for 13 years in the Texas Senate. He has led on multiple issues, including improving transparency in government and budget and establishing the Dell Medical School at UT Austin.
From Senate Democratic Caucus
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February 18, 2020
Today, State Senator Kirk Watson (Dem, SD14) announced that he would be retiring after fourteen years of honorable leadership and service to the Texas Senate.
Rep. Rodriguez issued the following statement on Senator Watson’s retirement news:
“Senator Watson’s selection as the founding Dean of the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs is an amazing new turn on what has been a most admirable journey of public service.
From Representative Eddie Rodriguez
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February 18, 2020
The Texas Civil Justice League (TCJL) PAC today endorsed Senator Eddie Lucio (D-Brownsville) for re-election to the Texas Senate from District 27.
“Ever since his election to the Texas Senate in 1990, the TCJL PAC has stood behind Senator Lucio in his tireless efforts to improve the economy of Texas so that every citizen in the Rio Grande Valley has access to a quality education that leads to a good job,” said Hector Rivero, TCJL Chairman.
From Texas Civil Justice League PAC
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February 18, 2020
This morning, Texans begin heading to the polls to make their voice heard in primary elections.
As always, the Texas Election Protection Coalition has volunteer poll monitors stationed all over the state to assist voters and monitor for problems.
From Common Cause Texas
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February 18, 2020
Today the Maria Espinoza for Congress 2020 campaign announces an eighth endorsement in her Republican primary race to represent Texas' 7th Congressional District. Maria's team proudly shares with you her endorsement from "Trump's Man in Texas":
From Maria Espinoza Campaign
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February 17, 2020
Today, Luisa del Rosal announced her first ad in her campaign for Texas House District 114. In the one-minute ad titled “Exceptional,” Luisa shares how her experience as a young, Latina immigrant made her passionate about furthering policies that empower individuals with freedom, opportunity, and personal responsibility.
From Luisa del Rosal Campaign
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February 17, 2020
Founded as a counter to the growing influence of the religious right in the state, the Texas Freedom Network today marks 25 years of bringing together faith leaders, young people and communities of color in support of a broad progressive agenda in a changing Texas.
From Texas Freedom Network
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February 17, 2020
Former Never-Trumper, Kay Granger, the liberal 24-year incumbent, has a history of attacking President Trump and criticizing his America First Agenda. Today’s article in the Star-Telegram shows she just can’t help herself.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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February 17, 2020
This weekend, hundreds of Latino youth from across Texas convened in Pasadena at the Movimiento 2020 Candidate Forum to hold Democratic candidates running for office at the highest U.S. and Texas government levels accountable to the issues that most concern this key voting demographic. These young leaders are the heart and soul of Jolt Action and represent the future of the progressive movement in Texas.
From Jolt Action
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February 17, 2020
Today the Maria Espinoza for Congress 2020 campaign announces a sixth endorsement in her Republican primary race to represent Texas' 7th Congressional District. Maria's team proudly shares with you her endorsement from:
From Maria Espinoza Campaign
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February 14, 2020
Today, Chris Putnam, who is running for Texas 12th Congressional district, announced he has received the endorsements of Parker County Constable Scott Jones and Tarrant County Constable David Woodruff.
Once again, we see the law enforcement community backing Putnam for Congress.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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February 14, 2020
Every election cycle, the Texas Election Protection coalition runs a nonpartisan program aimed at ensuring no Texan is deprived of their right to vote due to confusion, suppression or intimidation.
From Common Cause Texas
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February 14, 2020
At Thursday’s regularly scheduled Texas Public Safety Commission (PSC) meeting, commissioners unanimously approved several promotions upon the recommendation of the Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steven McCraw.
From Texas DPS
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February 14, 2020
State Senator Eddie Lucio Jr. has again received an endorsement for the March Democratic Primary from a conservative extremist group, further proving that he is working for corporate donors and conservatives, rather than his constituents.
From Progress Texas
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February 14, 2020
Today, conservative businesswoman and 32nd district Republican candidate for Congress Genevieve Collins announced that she earned the endorsement of United States Congressman John Ratcliffe. Congressman Ratcliffe represents Texas’ 4th district, which borders the 32nd district to the east.
From Representative Genevieve Collins
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February 14, 2020
Annie’s List, the Texas political organization that works to elect pro-choice, Democratic women to office in Texas, has endorsed State Representative Erin Zwiener’s (D-Driftwood) reelection campaign for Texas House District 45. Rep. Zwiener flipped her seat in 2018 by running as a strong progressive who focused on addressing the issues that affect Texans’ everyday lives. Rep. Zwiener, 34, is the youngest woman member of the Texas Legislature.
From Representative Erin Zwiener
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February 14, 2020
Texas Railroad Commissioners this week adopted a key rule amendment to adapt oil and gas regulations to an evolving energy exploration landscape in the state.
Commissioners unanimously voted to amend RRC Rule 3.40 Assignment of Acreage to Pooled Development and Proration Units.
From Railroad Commission of Texas
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February 14, 2020
In what has become his go-to move, all week John Cornyn chose to defend Trump over Texas families, democratic norms, and our Constitution.
Listed below is a week’s worth of Cornyn defending Trump at all costs, regardless of the consequences.
From Texas Democratic Party
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February 13, 2020
U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement after the announcement by the Trump Administration that the Houston Ship Channel would receive vital funding in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fiscal Year 2020 Work Plan to deepen and widen the waterway.
From Representative Brian Babin
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February 13, 2020
Annie’s List, the statewide political organization that works to elect pro-choice, progressive women to office in Texas, is proud to announce six new endorsements in advance of the March 3 primary election.
From Annie's List
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February 13, 2020
Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Chairman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Vice Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, and member of the House Intelligence and Education and Labor Committees, today released the following statement after the confirmation of one coronavirus diagnosis in San Antonio, Texas:
From Representative Joaquin Castro
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February 13, 2020
Conservative Josh Winegarner has been endorsed by the National Association of REALTORS®. Winegarner is a Republican seeking election to the 13th Congressional District, which includes parts of the Panhandle, Texoma, and North Texas. Rep. Mac Thornberry who has announced his plans to retire is vacating the seat.
From Josh Winegarner Campaign
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February 13, 2020
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, on Wednesday introduced Drew Tipton to be U.S. District Judge for the Southern District of Texas in Corpus Christi. Tipton’s confirmation will fill the last vacancy in Texas. Since 2017, the Senate has confirmed 20 judges for the state.
From Senator Ted Cruz
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February 13, 2020
Texas progressive organizations release the following statements opposing state Sen. Eddie Lucio Jr. in the March Democratic Primary.
Lucio has a well-known record of supporting discrimination against LGBTQ+ Texans, opposing women’s right to make their own reproductive health care decisions, and scheming to take money away from public schools.
From Progress Texas
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February 12, 2020
Today, U.S. President Donald J. Trump offered his full support and endorsement to Lt. Col. August Pfluger (R-San Angelo) in the Republican Primary for Texas’ 11th Congressional District. A screenshot of the president’s tweet is below:
From August Pfluger Campaign
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February 12, 2020
“From Houston to Baton Rouge - major chemical and refining incidents are occurring more frequently. In addition, elevated benzene levels have been reported in Southeast Texas and Houston over the last year. This is unacceptable. While accidents do occur, it is critical that the industry be accountable and held to the highest standard of compliance.
From Representative Dade Phelan
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February 12, 2020
Conservative Josh Winegarner has been endorsed by Texas Alliance for Life, the state’s leading pro-life organization. Winegarner is a Republican seeking election to the 13th Congressional District, which includes parts of the Panhandle, Texoma, and North Texas. Rep. Mac Thornberry who has announced his plans to retire is vacating the seat.
From Josh Winegarner Campaign
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February 12, 2020
Today, the Maria Espinoza for Congress 2020 campaign announces the endorsement of Texas-based Grassroots America We The People Political Action Committee in the March 3, 2020 Republican primary to represent Texas’ 7th Congressional District.
From Maria Espinoza Campaig
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February 12, 2020
State Representative Erin Zwiener’s (D-Driftwood) reelection campaign has received the endorsement of the Sierra Club. This endorsement emphasizes Rep. Zwiener’s commitment to energy efficiency, clean air and water, and protecting the environment of the Texas Hill Country and beyond.
From Erin Zwiener Campaign
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February 12, 2020
Today, former State Board of Education Member Hon. Geraldine ’Tincy’ Miller announced she has endorsed Republican businesswoman Genevieve Collins for Congress in the 32nd district.
Mrs. Miller served on the Texas State Board of Education from 1984-2010.
From Genevieve Collins Campaign
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February 12, 2020
Conservative Josh Winegarner released this statement today after retiring Republican Congressman Mac Thornberry announced his plans to vote for Winegarner in the Republican primary to replace him:
“Congressman Thornberry has been a steadfast champion for our district and rural conservative values,” said Winegarner.
From Josh Winegarner Campaign
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February 12, 2020
Early voting is from February 18th - 28th. The League of Women Voters reminds registered voters that voting early is easy. The hours are convenient. There are fewer lines and voters may vote at any early voting polling location in their county.
From League of Women Voters of Texas
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February 12, 2020
U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement after the announcement by the Trump Administration that the Cedar Bayou Navigation District’s Channel Improvement Project has been allocated $32.125 million in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fiscal Year 2020 Work Plan.
From Representative Brian Babin
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February 12, 2020
Today, the Maria for Congress 2020 campaign announces veteran broadcaster, author and political analyst Chris Salcedo endorses Maria Espinoza in the Republican primary to represent Texas’ 7th Congressional District.
From Maria Espinoza Campaign
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February 12, 2020
After pressure from the Texas Democratic Party, the Texas Secretary of State decided to listen to the will of the people, reverse course, and report delegates won from Presidential contenders on Super Tuesday.
From Texas Democratic Party
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February 11, 2020
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced the appointment of Dr. Ambrosio "Amos" Hernandez, Mayor of Pharr, to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee. The lieutenant governor issued this statement regarding the announcement:
“I am proud to appoint Dr. Hernandez to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) Oversight Committee.
From Office of the Dan Patrick
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February 11, 2020
Republican businessman Brandon Batch has announced he is endorsed by Texas Alliance for Life, the state’s top pro-life organization. Batch is seeking election to Texas’s 11th Congressional District which covers much of West Texas including the cities of Midland, Odessa, San Angelo, Andrews, Brownwood, and Granbury.
From Brandon Batch Campaign
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February 11, 2020
Today, conservative businesswoman and 32nd district Republican candidate for Congress Genevieve Collins released the second television ad of her campaign, “Texas Woman.” The ad will air district wide on cable in conjunction with the previously released sixty second ad, “100% Texan.”
From Genevieve Collins Campaign
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February 11, 2020
Panther Island was never a flood control project so it’s absolutely no surprise that the federal funding has once again been denied. It’s time to properly investigate the origins of this project, what happened to the approximately $400M of taxpayer money that has already been spent, and in addition to JD Granger who else at either the TRWD or TRVA has benefited financially.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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February 10, 2020
Flaring is a process used primarily in the production of crude oil in which excess natural gas produced with the oil is burned off at the well head. An operator who wants to flare gas must receive authorization from the Railroad Commission of Texas.
From Railroad Commission of Texas
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February 10, 2020
Today, Representative Jeff Leach announced he has received the support and endorsement of the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA), the state’s largest law enforcement association, representing over 29,000 local, county and state law enforcement personnel.
From Jeff Leach Campaign
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February 10, 2020
Today, the El Paso Firefighters announced their support for Elisa Tamayo for State Representative, District 76.
The El Paso Firefighters Association of Texas (IAFF Local 51) has 846 members and represents all El Paso firefighters in advocating for fair wages and benefits, training programs, and safety protections.
From Elisa Tamayo Campaign
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February 10, 2020
Working families in Texas are mourning Emmett Sheppard, a former Texas AFL-CIO President who built the state labor federation's voice and capacity against long political odds. Sheppard died Saturday at the age of 77.
From Texas AFL-CIO
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February 7, 2020
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (D-TX-07) and Congressman Dan Crenshaw (R-TX-02) announced their bipartisan amendment to provide $45 million in additional relief for households impacted by Hurricane Harvey passed the House of Representatives today. The amendment was included as a part of the disaster supplemental legislation that will be voted on today.
From Representative Lizzie Fletcher
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February 6, 2020
Today, the Texas Democratic Party announced the details of our new innovative Voter Protection program in partnership with Stacey Abrams’ Fair Fight. The program will be the largest in Texas history and make it easier—not harder—for Texans to vote.
From Texas Democratic Party
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February 6, 2020
On behalf of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Governor Greg Abbott, Deputy Solicitor General Matthew Frederick today defended the time-honored Electoral College system at the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, arguing that Texas’s method of appointing presidential electors is consistent with the U.S. Constitution’s command that “each State shall appoint, in such Manner as the Legislature thereof may direct, a number of electors, equal to the number of Senators and Representatives to which the State may be entitled in Congress.”
From Office of the Attorney General
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February 6, 2020
Conservative Josh Winegarner has been endorsed by the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association (TSCRA) PAC, which is the 15th major agriculture organization to back his campaign. Winegarner is a Republican candidate for Congressional District 13, running to fill the open seat left by the retirement of Rep. Mac Thornberry. Josh has spent the past 14 years successfully advocating for Texas’s ranchers, farmers, and growers against restrictive and harmful legislation and regulations.
From Josh Winegarner Campaign
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February 6, 2020
This morning, the Dallas Morning News joined key Dallas area public officials and stakeholders by endorsing Genevieve Collins in the upcoming primary election for Texas’ 32nd Congressional district. This endorsement is just the latest example of the momentum behind Genevieve’s campaign with less than two weeks to go until early voting begins.
From Genevieve Collins Campaign
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February 6, 2020
State Representative Victoria Neave's Sexual Violence Task Force will meet on Monday, February 10, 2020, from 5 pm to 7 pm at Eastfield College (3737 Motley Dr., Mesquite, TX 75150, Building S). The Task Force will bring together local and state subject-matter experts in various fields, law enforcement, stakeholders, and survivor advocates who are working in their various capacities to address sexual violence in our community.
From Representative Victoria Neave
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February 6, 2020
Planned Parenthood Texas Votes Board of Directors has voted to endorse against incumbent Senator Eddie Lucio, Jr. in the March 3 Democratic Primary in Texas Senate District 27. The anti-endorsement is the first in the organization’s 7-year history and shines a light on Sen. Lucio’s destructive anti-women, anti-reproductive rights and anti-LGBTQ record.
From Planned Parenthood Texas Votes
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February 6, 2020
New pipeline safety rules adopted by the Railroad Commission of Texas prohibit natural gas distribution pipeline operators from installing underground cast iron, wrought iron or bare steel pipelines. Other new pipeline safety requirements require operators to more thoroughly assess the potential public safety risk of gathering lines.
From Railroad Commission of Texas
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February 6, 2020
Texas Rising Action, the youth organizing arm of the Texas Freedom Network, today issued a simple message to voters in state Senate District 27: on March 3, Sen. Eddie Lucio needs to go.
From Texas Rising Action
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February 6, 2020
Conservative businesswoman and Republican candidate for Congress Genevieve Collins announced today that she has earned the endorsement of former Texas State Senator John Carona.
?Carona was first elected to the Texas State Senate in 1997 and served the 16th district until 2015. During his time in the State Senate, he served as chair of the Transportation and the Business and Commerce Committees, and was elected President Pro Tempore.
From Genevieve Collins Campaign
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February 6, 2020
Progress Texas endorses education advocate Ruben Cortez for State Senate District 27 and encourages voters across the Rio Grande Valley and South Texas to vote for him in the March 3, 2020 Democratic primary.
From Progress Texas
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February 6, 2020
Tomorrow, members of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus, together with the CROWN Coalition (a national alliance of organizations committed to outlawing hair discrimination) will hold a press conference in support of the CROWN Act on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 4 PM at the Barbara Jordan?Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs, 3401 Cleburne St. Houston, TX 77004.
From Representative Rhetta Andrews Bowers
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February 5, 2020
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement:
"Today is a dark day for our democracy.
"The evidence was overwhelming and irrefutable. Trump betrayed our democracy, our national security, and our entire country. No party, no president, no member of Congress is above the law. The House was right to impeach Trump.
From Texas Democratic Party
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February 5, 2020
Texas AFL-CIO President Rick Levy said today news that the U.S. Chamber of Commerce made a major TV ad buy to prop up U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar only reinforces why working families in Congressional District 28 endorsed Jessica Cisneros in the March 3 Democratic primary.
From Texas AFL-CIO
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February 5, 2020
In a bombshell developing story, the Texas Secretary of State has told officials of the Texas Democratic Party that it will not be able to report delegate totals on election night for the Texas Presidential Primary. [Texas Tribune, February 5, 2020]
From Texas Democratic Party
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February 5, 2020
Thanks to a law passed during the last legislative session (SB 1200), military spouses who move to Texas and hold certain occupational licenses in other states now have several avenues available to them for working in Texas.
From Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation
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February 5, 2020
The Texas Association of Realtors PAC (TREPAC) today announced its endorsement and strong support of Jeff Leach for re-election to the Texas House of Representatives for District 67. The Texas Association of REALTORS® was founded in 1920 and is the largest real estate professional organization in Texas with over 125,000 members, including more than 9,000 members in Collin County.
From Jeff Leach Campaign
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February 5, 2020
Senator José Menéndez responds to IDEA Public School CEO Tom Torkelson's apology for poor financial decision planning and oversight for the federal Charter Schools Program, but continues to request a need for improved transparency in operations.
From Senator Jose Menendez
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February 5, 2020
St. Edward’s University has been awarded a $1,181,608 federal grant to recruit and prepare undergraduate STEM students for teaching careers in biology, chemistry, and mathematics, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) announced today. A first installment of $629,641 will be awarded this year, and the rest of the funding will be awarded through 2025.
From Senator John Cornyn
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February 5, 2020
After months of dodging questions and denying her own words, Kay Granger admitted her long history as a pro-choice politician. Despite being a self-described “pro-choice Republican”, Kay has pivoted on the issue of abortion in an attempt to salvage a hotly contested primary challenge from conservative Chris Putnam.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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February 5, 2020
In tonight’s State of the Union address, President Trump made unfounded claims about immigrants and national security. Data consistently shows that undocumented immigrants have a lower crime rate, and are working and paying into our tax system.
From Texas Business Immigration Coalition
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February 5, 2020
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement:
"Today is a dark day for our democracy.
"The evidence was overwhelming and irrefutable. Trump betrayed our democracy, our national security, and our entire country. No party, no president, no member of Congress is above the law. The House was right to impeach Trump.
From Cody Johnson Campaign
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February 5, 2020
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement:
“Congresswoman Escobar’s leadership exemplifies what it means to be a Texas Democrat. The contrast between Trump and Congresswoman Escobar couldn’t be clearer. Congresswoman Escobar offered a picture of an America that is warm and full of hope. Nuestra congresista nos ha hecho orgullosos.
From Texas Democratic Party
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February 4, 2020
State Sen. José Rodríguez released the following statement regarding today's city council vote on the El Paso Electric Franchise Agreement.
I spoke at City Council this morning for one simple reason: There is evidence that JP Morgan is the ultimate purchaser of our utility.
From Senator Jose Rodriguez
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February 4, 2020
Congressman Michael McCaul (TX-10), the Lead Republican of the Foreign Affairs Committee and former Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, participated on a panel along with Representatives Ann Wagner (MO-02) and Chis Smith (NJ-04) at the White House Human Trafficking Summit on Friday, January 31. Together, they discussed what federal and state officials have accomplished in the fight against human trafficking, while looking forward to what more can be done to combat this crime.
From Representative Michael McCau
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February 4, 2020
On behalf of Attorney General Ken Paxton and Governor Greg Abbott, Texas Solicitor General Kyle Hawkins today argued before the Second Court of Appeals, fighting to protect baby T.L.’s life and halt a Texas law that allows physicians, along with an ethics or medical committee, to cease life-sustaining treatment against a patient or caregiver’s wishes.
From Office of the Attorney General
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February 4, 2020
Center for Public Policy Priorities employees and management announced today that they have signed a voluntary agreement recognizing the formation of a staff union. The union, CPPP United, joins the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union (NPEU), International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE) Local 70. The agreement reflects a growing trend of unionization among the nation’s over 12 million non-profit employees.
From Center for Public Policy Priorities
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February 4, 2020
In recent months, Waste Management submitted an application to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) requesting construction and operation of a transfer station onsite at the Austin Community Landfill, located at 9900 Giles Ln.
From Representative Celia Israel
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February 4, 2020
This morning, Elisa Tamayo’s campaign for the Texas State House of Representatives, District 76, announced yet another public official throwing their support behind Tamayo’s candidacy for the March 3 Primary Election. El Paso County Sheriff Richard Wiles is the latest in a series of dozens of elected officials and community leaders to endorse Elisa Tamayo’s bid for the open seat being vacated by State Representative Cesár Blanco.
From Elisa Tamayo Campaign
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February 4, 2020
Today Texas Rising Action, the Texas Freedom Network’s program for young Texans, announced its first-ever endorsement of a candidate for Congress by throwing its support behind Jessica Cisneros in the March 3 Texas Democratic primary for U.S. House District 28.
“South Texans are in dire need of a new voice representing them in Washington,” said Texas Rising Action campus organizer in the Rio Grande Valley Denisce Palacios.
From Texas Rising Action
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February 4, 2020
Today the Second Court of Appeals will consider an appeal of a lower court's decision regarding the medical interventions provided by the doctors and nurses at Cook Children's Medical Center to a terminally ill baby, Tinslee Lewis. The court was asked to order the interventions to be provided indefinitely against the advice of the medical team and to declare a provision of Texas law that resolves disputes between the family and doctors to be unconstitutional. However, the lower court did neither.
From Texas Alliance for Life
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February 4, 2020
Dwayne Stovall, candidate for the U.S. Senate here in Texas against three-term incumbent, John Cornyn, has proof of manipulation of the Texas Republican party by Cornyn and his senior campaign staff.
A recent fundraising letter that went out from the Republican Party of Texas and signed by RPT chairman James Dickey urges Texans, during this primary cycle, to "keep John Cornyn in the U.S. Senate," despite having several challengers, including Stovall, who ran against Cornyn in 2014 and pulled nearly 11% of the primary vote, finishing third, in a race with eight candidates on the ballot.
From Dwayne Stovall Campaign
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February 3, 2020
Progress Texas releases the following statement in the wake of Monday’s shooting at Texas A&M-Commerce.
“Texans should not have to live in fear. These shootings will continue to happen and innocent people will continue to die unless someone takes legislative action,” said Ed Espinoza, executive director of Progress Texas.
From Progress Texas
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February 3, 2020
On Saturday, February 1st, 2020, the Texas State Republican Executive Committee (SREC) overwhelmingly voted down the proposal to make the Log Cabin Republicans (LCR) an auxiliary group of the State Republican Party of Texas by a margin of 62 to 2.
Dr. Steven F. Hotze, the founder and CEO of Conservative Republicans of Texas, commended the SREC’s decision.
From Conservative Republicans of Texas PAC
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February 3, 2020
Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a brief with the United States Supreme Court today, arguing that the Fifth Circuit’s decision to declare Obamacare’s individual mandate unconstitutional and remand the case to the district court does not require review by the Supreme Court at this time. The brief also argues the U.S. House of Representatives, which petitioned the Supreme Court to review the decision, lacks standing to request such a review.
From Office of the Attorney General
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February 3, 2020
The Railroad Commission of Texas announces new directors for the agency's Surface Mining and Reclamation Division and the Communications Division. Brent A. Elliott is the SMRD director and R.J. DeSilva is the Communications director effective today, Feb. 3.
From Railroad Commission of Texas
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February 3, 2020
Today five members of the Travis County Texas House delegation sent a letter to Travis County District Attorney Margaret Moore. The letter urges Moore to consider a new trial or an outright release for Rosa Jimenez, who was convicted of murder in 2005.
Jimenez had been babysitting a 21-month-old toddler when he died after swallowing a wad of paper towels.
From Representative Vikki Goodwin
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February 3, 2020
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the submission of a modified state action plan for Community Development Block Grant for Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funding to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These adjustments were guided by input gathered through an extraordinary public outreach effort.
From Texas General Land Office
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February 3, 2020
Fifteen people have been named to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation’s new Motor Fuel Metering and Quality Workgroup.
The statewide workgroup will provide input, advice and recommendations to TDLR and the Texas Department of Agriculture on the orderly transfer of the motor fuel quality and metering program.
From Texas Department Of Licensing & Regulation
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February 3, 2020
Planned Parenthood Texas Votes Board of Directors is proud to announce Dyana Limon-Mercado -- a nonprofit leader and proven grassroots organizer -- has been appointed as the organization’s new Executive Director. Previously, Limon-Mercado served as the organization’s Deputy Director and led operations and programs since its founding in 2013.
From Planned Parenthood Texas Votes
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February 3, 2020
Eric Hanke, candidate for Congress in Texas’ 31st District, released the following statement following today’s U.S. Senate vote to rule subpoenas for additional witnesses or documents out of order:
“This afternoon the United States Senate sent a message to the American people that facts, truth, justice, and accountability no longer apply to our government - especially when it comes to the President abusing the power of their office.
From Eric Hanke Campaign
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February 3, 2020
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement:
“Texas Republican Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz shamelessly just chose to support McConnell’s cover-up over upholding their Constitutional Oath and doing their jobs for the people of Texas. Today is a shameful day for our Constitution and our country.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 31, 2020
A district court judge denied the Texas Attorney General’s motion to dismiss the county’s lawsuit against ExxonMobil.
Judge Beau Miller in the 190th Civil District Court disagreed with the Attorney General’s contention that the County Attorney had no authority to sue local companies that violate state pollution laws based on a blanket resolution from Commissioners Court.
From Harris County Attorney
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January 31, 2020
Today, the Texas Republicans let hate and extremism define their party again as they rejected the application from the Log Cabin Republicans to become a coalition partner at their convention.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 31, 2020
Texas is poised to become the fifth state in the country to approve a state-level African American Studies course for high school after the State Board of Education on Friday approved the course on a preliminary vote.
From Texas Education Agency
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January 31, 2020
Today, Railroad Commission Chairman Wayne Christian gave the keynote address at the 94th Annual World Oil Forecast Breakfast.
"The United States is the top producer of oil and gas in the world, and Texas is the top producer and exporter in the nation," said Christian.
From Railroad Commission of Texas
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January 31, 2020
Today, Houston Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) announced raising more than $600,000 toward her re-election effort during the final fundraising quarter of 2019. She raised more than $550,000 into her campaign committee and more than $50,000 to her victory fund, a joint fundraising effort with the Texas Democratic Party.
From Lizzie Pannill Fletcher Campaign
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January 31, 2020
The State Board of Education’s approval on first reading of curriculum standards for African American Studies is a positive step forward in creating the second ethnic studies course for Texas public schools, Texas Freedom Network Political Director Carisa Lopez said today.
From Texas Freedom Network
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January 31, 2020
Today, Chris Putnam, who is running for Texas 12th Congressional district, announced he has received the endorsement of Parker County Commissioner George Conley.
Commissioner Conley was instrumental in making Parker County a Second Amendment Sanctuary County.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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January 31, 2020
Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a motion for summary judgment in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, urging the court to declare that an Obama-era rule violates the Constitution, the Administrative Procedure Act and the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
From Office of the Attorney General
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January 31, 2020
Attorney General Ken Paxton and 13 other states filed a friend-of-the-court brief in defense of religious liberty after a Colorado district court determined that privately owned businesses can be fined for declining to provide services that violate their religious beliefs. The U.S. Constitution prohibits governments from forcing individuals to violate their religious beliefs.
From Office of the Attorney General
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January 31, 2020
State Representative Rafael Anchía, Chairman of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus (MALC), released the following statement:
“Our state has continuously put barriers on Texans' constitutional right to vote with Photo ID, gerrymandered districts, and last year's voter purge debacle.
From Mexican American Legislative Caucus
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January 31, 2020
Today, days before the voter registration deadline for the Texas primary, the Texas Civil Rights Project, Texas Democratic Party, DSCC, and DCCC was awarded an injunction in our lawsuit forcing the Texas Department of Public Safety to properly register certain named voters who fell into the trap set by the state’s discriminatory policy of not allowing Texans who update their Driver’s Licenses online to automatically update their voter registration.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 30, 2020
Texas Health and Human Services is launching a new pilot program with Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Service to help opioid overdose survivors quickly get treatment and services to support long-term recovery.
From Texas Health and Human Services Commission
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January 30, 2020
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan today sued Watson Grinding and Manufacturing, alleging violations of numerous laws following an explosion at the facility last week.
The result was an explosion January 24 at approximately 4:30 a.m. The County Attorney’s lawsuit alleges that Watson discharged air pollutants into the atmosphere (including propylene and byproducts of combustion) when a 2,000 gallon propylene tank exploded.
From Harris County Attorney
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January 30, 2020
The Texas State Teachers Association (TSTA) today filed a lawsuit against the Longview Independent School District for violating a state law that limits the percentage of a district’s students who can be enrolled in charter schools.
From Texas State Teachers Association
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January 30, 2020
Texas law enforcement agencies have identified suspects in more than 45 unsolved cases thanks in part to the implementation of House Bill (HB) 1399, also known as the Krystal Jean Baker Act. The new law, which took effect Sept. 1, 2019, authorizes the collection of DNA samples from individuals charged with certain felonies and compares the samples through the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) database in an effort to clear unsolved cases.
From Texas DPS
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January 30, 2020
Progress Texas is proud to endorse Chrysta Castañeda for Texas Railroad Commission in the 2020 Democratic Primary.
“Virtually every notch on Castañeda’s belt has prepared her for this position. She is an engineer and energy attorney, she’s represented landowners, and she’s taken on the big corporations and won,” said Ed Espinoza, executive director of Progress Texas.
From Progress Texas
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January 30, 2020
Today, conservative businesswoman and Republican candidate for Congress in Texas' 32nd district Genevieve Collins announced she received the endorsement of former Texas State Senator Florence Shapiro.
Senator Shapiro represented the 2nd district in the Senate from 1993 until 1995, and then the 8th district from 1995 until her retirement in 2013.
From Genevieve Collins Campaign
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January 30, 2020
Representative Roland Gutierrez is requesting the Office of the Attorney General take action to vacate the agreement TRS has entered with the developer, Trammell Crow Company, for the office space in Indeed Tower.
From Representative Roland Gutierrez
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January 29, 2020
Today former Houston City Councilman and popular conservative radio host Michael Berry endorsed Republican Wesley Hunt in the 7th Congressional District:
“Wesley Hunt is a warrior and patriot. He’s put his life on the line for the freedom that we enjoy every day,” said Berry.
From Wesley Hunt Campaign
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January 29, 2020
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced today the release of the 2019 Annual Report.
The annual report promotes the progress and advancements taking place in public schools and districts across Texas. It also serves as a helpful resource for illustrating areas where we as a state must continue to invest resources to ensure every student is prepared for success in college, a career, or the military.
From Texas Education Agency
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January 29, 2020
State Representative Tom Oliverson, MD (R-Cypress) was named Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on the Use of Prior Authorization and Utilization Review Processes.
The committee was created by the passage of SB 1742 by Sen. Menendez and Rep. Johnson to study, review, and report on the use of prior authorization and utilization review by health insurance companies and propose reforms to the current system.
From Representative Tom Oliverson
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January 29, 2020
Progress Texas enthusiastically endorses attorney Jessica Cisneros for the 28th congressional district and encourages voters from San Antonio to Laredo to do the same.
“Jessica Cisneros represents a new generation of leaders that are much needed in Texas and in Congress. The residents of District 28 deserve to be represented by a leader who shares their Democratic values and embodies what it means to be a progressive,” said Ed Espinoza, executive director of Progress Texas.
From Progress Texas
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January 29, 2020
On Wednesday, January 29, President Donald Trump signed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Texas Municipal League (TML) President Eddie Daffern, Mayor of the City of Staples, was present for the historic signing at the White House.
The Texas Municipal League endorsed the passage of the new trade agreement, which was approved by both chambers of Congress with unprecedented bipartisan support, 89-10 in the Senate and 385-41 in the House.
From Texas Municipal League
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January 29, 2020
With the March 3 Texas Democratic Primary on the horizon, a new Lyceum poll shows Donald Trump remains underwater in the state of Texas, with a resounding 52% disapproval rate.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 29, 2020
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today issued the following statement after President Trump signed the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) into law:
“As a fierce competitor on the international stage, no state in the union has more invested in trade with our neighbors than Texas. This trade agreement puts American jobs first, including the 2.2 million jobs in Texas directly dependent on international trade.
From Senator Ted Cruz
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January 29, 2020
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after President Trump signed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA), which would modernize and strengthen the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA):
“Since this process began, I’ve worked to ensure any trade agreement protects the millions of Texans whose jobs depend on trade with our neighbors and reduces barriers for farmers, ranchers, producers, and manufacturers.”
From Senator John Cornyn
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January 29, 2020
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher made the following statement after the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) was signed into law:
“The USMCA will have a tremendous impact on our economy in Houston and in Texas, and I am glad to see it signed into law today.
From Representative Lizzie Fletcher
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January 29, 2020
"Today's signature by President Trump of legislation authorizing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is cause for celebration. USMCA represents a tremendous opportunity for Texas farmers and ranchers to increase sales to customers in two very important foreign markets and to take another important step toward the economic recovery of Texas agriculture.
From Texas Farm Bureau
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January 29, 2020
U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement after the long-awaited signing of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by President Trump today. This new trade agreement will replace the outdated 26-year-old North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
From Representative Brian Babin
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January 29, 2020
Today, Mayor Marc Povero of Hudson Oaks, Texas announced his endorsement of Chris Putnam, conservative Republican candidate for Congressional District 12.
“Chris’s record speaks for itself. While on city council, he was an advocate for the taxpayer, cutting taxes and spending, while prioritizing law enforcement.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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January 29, 2020
Among the large pack of Democratic presidential primary contenders still vying for the nomination to be the party’s nominee for U.S. president, former Vice President Joe Biden is currently leading in the Lone Star State, with Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders a close second. However, it is Biden who comes in second behind Sanders when matched against President Trump in a hypothetical 2020 general election match-up.
From The Texas Lyceum
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January 29, 2020
Texas State Senator Jane Nelson, R-Flower Mound, has been named a "Champion of Free Enterprise" by the Texas Association of Business (TAB) for voting in support of pro-business legislation during the 2019 Legislative Session.
"Texas is consistently ranked the best state for business, because we work hard to support business owners. Rather than suffocating the market with burdensome regulations, the Legislature is always looking for ways to promote growth," Senator Nelson said.
From Senator Jane Nelson
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January 29, 2020
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement:
“We applaud Dr. Markowitz for her work in such a historically difficult election. Our movement in Fort Bend isn’t slowing down any time soon. Thanks to the work of Dr. Markowitz and volunteers across our state, thousands of doors were knocked, calls made, and texts sent.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 29, 2020
Statement from Dyana Limon-Mercado, Executive Director, Planned Parenthood Texas Votes
“In this race and in November, Dr. Eliz Markowitz is the only candidate running to represent HD 28 that has pledged to be a champion for Planned Parenthood patients and to protect the reproductive rights of all Texans.
From Planned Parenthood Texas Votes
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January 29, 2020
A leader, fighter, and educator, Dr. Markowitz fought back against Republican smears to bring power back to the people of Fort Bend County. Markowitz said about the results:
“We knew this election would be tough — it’s not easy to take on Republicans in an off-year special election, but we made this seat competitive in a way it’s never been before.
From Eliz Markowitz Campaign
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January 29, 2020
Lorraine Birabil won the runoff in the special election for Texas House District 100. State Representative Celia Israel (D – Central Texas), Chair of the Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee (HDCC), issued the following statement:
From Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee
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January 29, 2020
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement:
“We congratulate Texas Democrats Lorraine Birabil and Anna Eastman on their victories in House District 100 and 148, respectively. Our work this election year has only just begun.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 29, 2020
Texas House Democratic Caucus (HDC) Chair Chris Turner issued the following statement on the election of Representative-Elect Anna Eastman (HD-148) to the Texas House of Representatives:
“It’s a pleasure to welcome Representative-elect Anna Eastman to the House Democratic Caucus.
From Texas House Democratic Caucus
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January 29, 2020
Anna Eastman won the runoff in the special election for Texas House District 148. State Representative Celia Israel (D – Central Texas), Chair of the Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee (HDCC), issued the following statement:
“Congratulations to State Representative-Elect Anna Eastman on her victory tonight in Texas House District 148.
From Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee
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January 29, 2020
Texas House Democratic Caucus (HDC) Chair Chris Turner issued the following statement on the election of Representative-Elect Lorraine Birabil (HD 100) to the Texas House of Representatives:
“I am proud to welcome to the House Democratic Caucus my friend, Lorraine Birabil. I know that she will get to work on day one and help us fight for her constituents and the issues that matter most to her district.
From Texas House Democratic Caucus
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January 29, 2020
The Ellis County Commissioners’ Court approved a resolution to declare Ellis County a Sanctuary for the Unborn. With a unanimous 5-0 vote, Ellis County became the first County in the State of Texas to pass a resolution defending children in the womb.
From County of Ellis
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January 28, 2020
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher announced that following her submission of comments to the Texas General Land Office (GLO), the GLO has amended the State of Texas Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Mitigation Action Plan (Draft State Action Plan). This plan provides the guidelines for the distribution of over $4 billion in federal funding to help communities affected by Hurricane Harvey.
From Representative Lizzie Fletcher
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January 28, 2020
Attorney General Ken Paxton today mailed?educational?materials to Texas school districts detailing the importance of educators’ role in the civic process and providing guidelines for legally and effectively leading both employees and students through the 2020 election.??
From Office of the Attorney General
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January 28, 2020
In tonight's emergency special House District elections, Democrats are on track to have a historic night.
Texas Democrats have an opportunity to win in House Districts 28 and 148, and are certain to win in House District 100.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 28, 2020
Paul Harris, former Senior Liaison Officer for the State Office of Risk Management, passed away Sunday morning, January 26, 2020 after a battle with cancer. Mr. Harris retired on May 31, 2019, after more than 30 years of service to the state of Texas.
Stephen Vollbrecht, Executive Director of the State Office of Management, made the announcement to staff in an email on Sunday, calling Mr. Harris a colleague, mentor, counselor, and friend. “Words cannot express the loss I feel, or the depths of my gratitude for his friendship and service,” Mr. Vollbrecht wrote.
From State Office of Risk Management
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January 28, 2020
Today, Elisa Tamayo, a Democratic running for the Texas State House of Representatives in District 76, announced growing support for her campaign with an important endorsement from the Texas American Federation of Teachers.
From Elisa Tamayo Campaign
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January 28, 2020
Today the U.S. Supreme Court decided by a 5-4 vote not to protect the health care, food and housing of millions of Americans while a challenge to a Trump Administration Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulation works its way through courts.
From Center for Public Policy Priorities
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January 28, 2020
Senator Huffines represented Texas’ 16th Senate District from 2015 to 2019. He is most known for authoring legislation that resulted in uncovering the largest government corruption scandal in Texas history, as well as authoring conservative legislation to establish term limits, promote life, and return rights from the government back to Texans.
From Genevieve Collins Campaign
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January 28, 2020
Mexican American Legislative Caucus Chairman Rafael Anchía released the following statement:
“The Trump Administration’s change to the public charge law forces families to decide whether to feed and house their children or have their green card application denied. It jeopardizes the lives of over 1 in 4 Texas children (1.9 million) that live in mixed-status households, neglecting their basic needs to be healthy, successful in school, and have a roof over their heads.
From Mexican American Legislative Caucus
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January 27, 2020
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and U.S. Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) released the following statements after President Trump signed the George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush Coin Act (S.457), their bill to authorize the immediate issuance of coins honoring President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush, into law:
From Senator John Cornyn
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January 27, 2020
On Friday, the House Democratic Caucus (HDC) announced that Representative Zwiener will chair the HDC Committee on Clean Air, Clean Water, and Climate Change. The formation of this committee marks HDC’s commitment to prioritize environmental issues for the next legislative session and their confidence in Rep. Zwiener’s leadership on the environment.
From Erin Zwiener Campaign
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January 27, 2020
The Railroad Commission of Texas this week launches two more interactive data maps showing oil and gas drilling permit approvals and the number of wells spudded, which is when operators begin drilling a well. Information is displayed by counts, operators, county locations and on a statewide level. The data is available 24-hours a day, seven days a week beginning with Calendar Year 2018.
From Railroad Commission of Texas
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January 27, 2020
Today, the Texas Democratic Party and Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee unveiled its initial target list of 22 Texas House seats to flip in 2020. Texas Democrats are only 9 seats away from winning the Texas House and earning a seat at the table for important upcoming decisions like creating fair maps and passing progressive legislation serving Texas families. The top of the Democratic ticket won a majority of legislative seats in 2018 (76-74), giving Texas Democrats a clear path to victory.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 27, 2020
Senator José Menéndez passed SB 1828 during the 86th Legislative Session establishing 'Holocaust Remembrance Week' which begins today and continues through Friday (Jan. 27-31). This law positions Texas as one of 12 states requiring some form of Holocaust education in public schools.
From Senator Jose Menendez
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January 27, 2020
The two-day Texas AFL-CIO COPE Convention concluded today with endorsements in statewide, congressional, and legislative contests.
The list may be found here: https://www.texasaflcio.org/cope-2020-endorsements
Texas AFL-CIO President Rick Levy and Secretary-Treasurer Montserrat Garibay issued this statement:
From Texas AFL-CIO COPE
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January 27, 2020
State Representative Donna Howard (D - HD 48) denounces the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS) requirement for Planned Parenthood's continued exclusion from Healthy Texas Women (HTW), the state's primary women's health program.
From Representative Donna Howard
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January 27, 2020
Today, three former Tarrant County Republican Party Chairmen, Steve Hollern, Tim O’Hare, and Darl Easton, proudly endorsed Chris Putnam for Congress in the March 3rd Republican Primary.
“Kay Granger has continually voted to raise the debt limit to enable out-of-control government spending, including putting money toward personal projects, like Panther Island, which is riddled with nepotism and wasteful spending on the taxpayers’ dime.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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January 24, 2020
After spending the week mercilessly defending Trump and McConnell over our Constitution at all costs, earlier today, vulnerable Texas Republican Senator John Cornyn was too afraid to answer questions from Texas reporters so he skipped his previously scheduled call with them.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 24, 2020
Texas House Democratic Caucus (HDC) Chair Chris Turner announced the creation and membership of two special committees for the caucus.
“Our caucus will be prepared to govern if we have the majority in 2021,” said Chairman Chris Turner. “Our top priorities for the future of Texas must be investing in an educated and healthy workforce, and stopping the growing consequences of climate change.”
From Texas House Democratic Caucus
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January 24, 2020
The following statement was released by SDC Chair Carol Alvarado on behalf of the caucus:
Texans don't want us to be like Washington, D.C. where politicians are in constant gridlock. The Lt. Governor's statement on once again changing the rules would continue to bring DC-style hyperpartisanship to Texas. One person alone cannot dictate the rules of our chamber; that authority resides with all of the Senators.
From Texas Senate Democratic Caucus
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January 24, 2020
Congratulations to our very own Senior Policy Analyst Stacey Pogue on winning Families USA’s Health Care Value Advocate of the Year. Stacey received the award today during Families USA’s 2020 Health Action Conference in Washington, DC.
Stacey was selected for her groundbreaking work advocating for better health care in Texas.
From Center for Public Policy Priorities
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January 24, 2020
State Representative Erin Zwiener’s (D-Driftwood) reelection campaign has received the endorsement of the Texas Farm Bureau Friends of Agriculture Fund (AGFUND). This endorsement signals Representative Zwiener understands the important role agriculture has in Texas, not only for the success of Texas’s economic climate but for the future of Texas farm families across the state.
From Erin Zwiener Campaign
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January 24, 2020
From Ron Reynolds Campaign
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January 24, 2020
Texans for Lawsuit Reform (TLR) today awarded Rep. Geanie Morrison of Victoria with its Civil Justice Leadership Award for her consistent work to implement important reforms that have made our state’s civil justice system more efficient, fair and accessible for all Texans.
From Texans for Lawsuit Reform PAC
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January 24, 2020
This morning, an explosion at the Watson Grinding and Manufacturing facility in Northwest Houston killed two people.
“Our hearts are heavy at the loss of two lives to yet another explosion in Houston’s underregulated manufacturing industry,” said Catherine Fraser, Clean Air Associate with Environment Texas.
From Environment Texas
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January 24, 2020
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement:
“Veronica Escobar is a fearless champion whose leadership on issue after issue has made an undeniable, outsized impact in her first term in Congress.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 24, 2020
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick reiterated his support today for Gary Gates in the House District 28 Special Election on January 28:
“This is an important special election for a House Seat the Republicans need to hold. Gary Gates will be a strong conservative voice for in that district and I ask all Republicans in House District 28 to get out and vote. Don’t let Beto and the socialist Democrats steal this seat.”
From Dan Patrick Campaign
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January 24, 2020
Today, the Austin City Council voted to decriminalize low-level marijuana possession in the city of Austin.
Texas Democratic Party Communications Director Abhi Rahman issued the following statement:
“The majority of Texans agree that it is long past time to decriminalize cannabis.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 24, 2020
Today, Progress Texas is releasing a list of “Certified Progressive” candidates ahead of the March 3, 2020 Democratic primary.
“Progressive values are mainstream values, even in Texas,” said Ed Espinoza, executive director of Progress Texas. “Texas is one of the fastest-growing states in the nation, and progressive voters are among the fastest-growing electorates in our state.
From Progress Texas
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January 23, 2020
Texas delegates at the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) policy session led an effort to firmly establish guidelines for preventing further spread of cattle fever ticks.
"Cattle fever ticks, and the disease they carry, can have a devastating impact on the cattle business," Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) President Russell Boening said.
From Texas Farm Bureau
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January 23, 2020
Today, conservative businesswoman and Republican candidate for Congress Genevieve Collins unveiled two new members of her campaign team - Finance Chairman Joe Popolo and Grassroots Chairman David Carruth.
Joe Popolo is the CEO of Charles & Potomac Capital, LLC, a private investment firm focused on technology, energy and real estate. From 1997-2019, Joe helped to transform the Freeman Company, into the world’s leading live event brand experience agency.
From Genevieve Collins Campaign
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January 23, 2020
In what has become a pattern, another Texas Republican has threatened to change the rules and silence public opinion ahead of expected Democratic victories across the state. This time, Republican Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has threatened to disenfranchise millions of Texans by further removing protections against extreme, right-wing bills on the Texas Senate floor next year.
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 23, 2020
"Texas farmers and ranchers are committed to clean water. The new Navigable Waters Protection Rule announced today accomplishes the goals of clean water, clear regulations and respect for property rights.
From Texas Farm Bureau
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January 23, 2020
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today finalized a rule that leaves half the nation’s wetlands and thousands of streams -- which help provide millions of Americans with drinking water -- without the federal protection of the Clean Water Act.
From Environment Texas
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January 23, 2020
Today, Commissioner of Higher Education Harrison Keller announced the appointment of a new senior leadership team designed to advance the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s ambitious goals for postsecondary education.
From Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
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January 22, 2020
Today, following the Trump Administration’s authorization of the Medicaid 1115 Waiver for the Healthy Texas Women Program, Representative Jeff Leach issued the following statement:
“Today’s historic announcement is a huge milestone in our state’s commitment to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare and family planning services for Texas women while, at the same time, vigorously protecting the sanctity of life.
From Representative Jeff Leach
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January 22, 2020
Today, the Trump administration approved Texas’ dangerous request to bar access to care at Planned Parenthood. This unprecedented decision upends longstanding federal policy, and will now provide Texas tens of millions of federal dollars for the state’s ill-fated family planning program, the Healthy Texas Women (HTW) Program.
From Planned Parenthood Texas Votes
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January 22, 2020
The Trust Respect Access Coalition, a statewide reproductive health, rights, and justice group, releases the following statement in response to extremist politicians, including President Donald Trump and Governor Greg Abbott, applauding the state’s Healthy Texas Women (HTW) program while the program fails to meet basic metrics.
From Progress Texas
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January 22, 2020
Today’s announcement that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission have agreed on a five-year Medicaid waiver ostensibly for women’s health will not actually change anything for Texas women.
From Center for Public Policy Priorities
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January 22, 2020
State Representative Erin Zwiener’s (D-Driftwood) primary campaign was endorsed by the Austin Area AFL-CIO Central Labor Council last week. Rep. Zwiener flipped her seat in 2018 by running as a strong progressive focused on addressing the issues that affect Texans’ everyday lives and fought for all workers to have fair protections last legislative session.
From Erin Zwiener Campaign
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January 22, 2020
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas Health and Human Services Commission and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have reached an agreement to provide comprehensive women’s health services through a Medicaid demonstration waiver over the next five years.
From Texas Health and Human Services Commission
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January 22, 2020
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) invites the public to attend its January 30 Board meeting to offer oral comments on rules for the new flood financial assistance and planning programs created by the Texas Legislature in 2019.
Attendees may provide comments on all program rules: flood financial assistance rules and Flood Intended Use Plan, regional and state flood planning rules, and flood planning regions.
From Texas Water Development Board
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January 22, 2020
Today, State Representative Geanie W. Morrison announced the endorsements of key groups for her commitment to protecting our 2nd Amendment rights and for being a pro-life leader.
Representative Morrison was endorsed and given an “A” rating by the NRA's Political Victory Fund and was endorsed by the Texas State Rifle Association-PAC for her strong record of support on issues of importance to gun owners and sportsmen in the Texas House.
From Geanie Morrison Campaign
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January 22, 2020
For the fifth straight legislative session, Texas State Senator Jane Nelson, R-Flower Mound, has earned a 100-percent voting record for supporting small businesses on a range of issues, from property tax reform to workforce development, by the Texas Chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).
From Senator Jane Nelson
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January 22, 2020
The Railroad Commission of Texas is opening a new oil and gas field office in Lubbock to serve energy activity in the northern section of the Permian Basin -- the nation's top oil and gas producing region.
"The new Lubbock office will enhance our regulatory capability in the region.
From Railroad Commission of Texas
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January 22, 2020
State Representative Brooks Landgraf (R-Odessa) sent a letter to the executive director of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) on Tuesday asking the agency to reconsider its decision to sign on to a decade-long lease for office space in downtown Austin that will cost TRS $326,000 per month in rent payments.
From Representative Brooks Landgraf
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January 22, 2020
Attorney General Ken Paxton joined 17 other states in a friend-of-the-court brief to protect babies with Down Syndrome from abortion based solely on their genetics. Despite numerous civil rights protections, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, an Ohio federal court created a categorical right to abortion, regardless of whether the reason for an abortion is clearly based on discrimination against a child with disabilities.
From Office of the Attorney General
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January 21, 2020
Administering anesthesia to Americans since the Civil War, Texas’ Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) are joining thousands of their colleagues from across the country to celebrate the 21st annual National CRNA Week January 19-25, 2020.
From Texas Association of Nurses Anesthetists
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January 21, 2020
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced four new appointments to the Sunset Advisory Commission today including Senators Pat Fallon, R-Prosper, Eddie Lucio, D-Brownsville, and Angela Paxton, R-McKinney. Ralph Duggins, of Fort Worth, is the new the public member appointee.
From Office of the Lieutenant Governor
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January 21, 2020
Wednesday, January 22 will be the 47th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s landmark Roe v. Wade decision. But for many people in Texas and the U.S., the right to an abortion does not mean access to an abortion. That’s because the barriers to abortion access—including costs, waiting periods, childcare, long distances to clinics—keep abortion out of reach for many.
From Lilith Fund
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January 21, 2020
Today, after revelations that Governor Abbott is busing people down to knock doors for Gary Gates and starring in a Gates television ad, the Texas Democratic Party asks why is Governor Abbott supporting a known child abuser?
From Texas Democratic Party
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January 21, 2020
Today, Chris Putnam, conservative businessman and candidate for TX-12, released a new television ad that will air throughout the district. The ad titled “Stand” puts a spotlight on Kay Granger’s liberal record and unwillingness to stand up for the values of the district.
From Chris Putnam Campaign
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January 21, 2020
Today, conservative businesswoman and Republican candidate for Congress Genevieve Collins announced she had received the endorsement of American war hero and former United States Congressman Sam Johnson.
Johnson, an American hero and giant of the United States Congress, represented Texas’ 3rd district from 1991 until his retirement in 2019.
From Genevieve Collins Campaign
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January 21, 2020
Long-serving Mansfield Mayor and businessman David Cook has filed official campaign finance reports showing his campaign raised more than $145,000 following the announcement of his candidacy on December 17. This takes the campaign’s total cash on hand to $318,573.
From David Cook Campaign
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January 21, 2020
LaWyanda Prince (D) announces run for Texas House District 5. Prince says she is running because, “she cares how education is being funded and how teachers are being paid to educate our future leaders. She cares whether our state provides health care to all Texans regardless of income or ethnicity.
From LaWyanda Prince Campaign
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