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December 2011
12/30/2011
JANUARY 1, 2012-- TAX EXEMPTION FOR SURVIVING SPOUSE OF 100% DISABLED VETERAN
by: Rep. Anderson, Charles "Doc"
12/21/2011
House Members urge TX insurance commissioner to withdraw application that will cost Texans millions
by: Rep. Burnam, Lon
12/16/2011
State Affairs Chairman Byron Cook Responds to Critical ERCOT Report on Generation Capacity
by: Rep. Cook, Byron
12/15/2011
Elkhart Students Visit State Capitol to View their Artwork and Meet their State Representative
by: Rep. Cook, Byron
12/12/2011
Rep. Lucio Appointed to Committee to Study Development of Cruise Industry
by: Rep. Lucio III, Eddie
12/12/2011
REP. WORKMAN SHARES HELPFUL WAYS TO REDUCE HEATING COSTS THIS WINTER
by: Rep. Workman, Paul
12/09/2011
SPEAKER STRAUS ANNOUNCES HOUSE APPTS TO JOINT INTERIM COMMITTEE TO STUDY SEACOAST TERRITORY INSUR.
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
12/09/2011
SPEAKER STRAUS APPOINTMENTS TO THE JOINT INTERIM COMMITTEE TO STUDY DEVELOPMENT OF A CRUISE INDUSTRY
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
12/09/2011
Traditional Giant Christmas Tree on Public Display at Capitol's House Floor
by: Rep. Alonzo, Roberto R.
12/08/2011
TDI Requesting Delay in New Health Care Rules that Would Return $260 million in Premiums to Texans
by: Rep. Burnam, Lon
12/08/2011
SPEAKER JOE STRAUS ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT TO THE TEXAS ETHICS COMMISSION
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
12/08/2011
Legislators Want Health Insurance Rebates Issued to Insured Texans
by: Rep. McClendon, Ruth Jones
12/06/2011
Frullo Appointed to Joint Interim Committee to Study Human Trafficking
by: Rep. Frullo, John
12/06/2011
SPEAKER JOE STRAUS ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENTS TO THE SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
12/04/2011
Rep. Lucio Recognizes National Influenza Vaccination Week December 4th - 10th, 2011
by: Rep. Lucio III, Eddie
12/01/2011
SPEAKER STRAUS ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT TO THE EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS BOARD OF TRUSTEES
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
12/01/2011
Rep. Kenneth Sheets Appointed to Joint Interim Committee to Study Seacoast Territory Insurance
by: Rep. Sheets, KennethNovember 2011
11/23/2011
STATE REPRESENTATIVE ERIC JOHNSON WELCOMES NEW CONSTITUENTS TO HOUSE DISTRICT 100
by: Rep. Johnson, Eric
11/21/2011
STATEMENT BY SPEAKER STRAUS ON THE FEDERAL COURT'S PROPOSED HOUSE REDISTRICTING MAP
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
11/21/2011
Gov. Perry Sets Dec. 13 Special Runoff Election for House District 14
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
11/18/2011
Hilderbran honored by Municipal League, Association of Counties
by: Rep. Hilderbran, Harvey
11/18/2011
McClendon Urges Response to National Adoption Day, Nov. 19th
by: Rep. McClendon, Ruth Jones
11/16/2011
Chairman Raymond To Hold Hearing on New South Texas Managed Care System
by: Rep. Raymond, Richard Peña
11/14/2011
Rafael Anchia Receives Gregg Cooke Award for Excellence in Environmental Leadership
by: Rep. Anchia, Rafael
11/09/2011
REP. JIM MURPHY RECEIVES TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF BUSINESS "CHAMPION FOR FREE ENTERPRISE" AWARD
by: Rep. Murphy, Jim
11/09/2011
Frullo Announces New Sales Tax Exemption Registration For Agriculture Producers
by: Rep. Frullo, John
11/01/2011
REP. PAUL WORKMAN NOTIFIES TEXANS OF INAUGURAL NATIONAL EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM TEST
by: Rep. Workman, PaulOctober 2011
10/27/2011
REP. JOHNSON PETITIONS U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ON BEHALF OF FORMER PILGRIM'S PRIDE WORKERS
by: Rep. Johnson, Eric
10/26/2011
Coleman student named recipient of scholarship for ROTC-bound seniors
by: Rep. Hilderbran, Harvey
10/25/2011
REP. PAUL WORKMAN PROVIDES A SUMMARY OF PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
by: Rep. Workman, Paul
10/21/2011
CARTER AWARDED OUTSTANDING WOMEN OF TODAY…BUILDERS OF TOMORROW AWARD
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
10/21/2011
Representative Flynn Named to Leadership Post of National Conference of State Legislatures
by: Rep. Flynn, Dan
10/20/2011
SPEAKER STRAUS OUTLINES PRIORITIES IN INTERIM CHARGES FOR TEXAS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
10/18/2011
State Rep. Dwayne Bohac Named “Defender of Life” by Texas Right to Life
by: Rep. Bohac, Dwayne
10/18/2011
Harper Brown Named to Leadership Post in National Organization
by: Rep. Harper-Brown, Linda
10/17/2011
Representative Sheffield Welcomes CGI Group Inc to Belton and Bell County
by: Rep. Sheffield, Ralph
10/13/2011
Representative Sheffield Honored by the Central Texas Family Violence Task Force
by: Rep. Sheffield, Ralph
10/13/2011
STATE REPRESENTATIVE RAFAEL ANCHIA STATEMENT ON CONGRESSIONAL PASSAGE OF TRADE AGREEMENTS
by: Rep. Anchia, Rafael
10/11/2011
REP. KING ANNOUNCES START OF THE 2011-2012 HIGH SCHOOL AEROSPACE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
by: Rep. King, Susan
10/11/2011
REP. PAUL WORKMAN ANNOUNCES START OF 2011-2012 HIGH SCHOOL AEROSPACE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
by: Rep. Workman, Paul
10/09/2011
Rep. Lucio Announces Start of 2011-2012 High School Aerospace Scholars Program
by: Rep. Lucio III, Eddie
10/06/2011
Callegari Announces Start of 2011-12 High School Aerospace Scholars Program
by: Rep. Callegari, Bill
10/06/2011
Statement by State Representative Bill Callegari Regarding Big 12 Conference Changes
by: Rep. Callegari, Bill
10/06/2011
Rep. Alonzo Announces 2011-2012 High School Aerospace Scholars Program
by: Rep. Alonzo, Roberto R.
10/04/2011
Callegari: Proposition 2 a Key Part to Texas' Water Supply Solution
by: Rep. Callegari, BillSeptember 2011
09/29/2011
Rep. Burnam Applauds EPA's Proposed Rules to Reduce Emissions from Oil and Gas Operations
by: Rep. Burnam, Lon
09/28/2011
REPRESENTATIVE KING TO SPEAK AT TASA/TASB CONVENTION IN AUSTIN ON LEGISLATIVE ENGAGEMENT
by: Rep. King, Susan
09/28/2011
Taking Care of our Citizens and Taxpayers and Providing an Educated Workforce for Tomorrow
by: Rep. Sheets, Kenneth
09/23/2011
McClendon Calls for Full Consideration of American Jobs Act
by: Rep. McClendon, Ruth Jones
09/19/2011
Alvarado's Statement on the DOJ Response to TX House & Congressional Redistricting Plan
by: Rep. Alvarado, Carol
09/16/2011
West Texas Area Chiefs Association Names Madden As Their "Outstanding Legislator of the Year"
by: Rep. Leach, Jeff
09/15/2011
McClendon Urges Pro-active Measures for Rural Fire Prevention
by: Rep. McClendon, Ruth Jones
09/14/2011
Rep. Bryan Hughes Decries EPA Attack on Texas Jobs Calls on Attorney General to Intervene
by: Rep. Hughes, Bryan
09/12/2011
STATEMENT BY TEXAS HOUSE SPEAKER JOE STRAUS ON EPA ACTION AND JOB LOSSES
by: Rep. Straus, JoeAugust 2011
08/24/2011
Jt. Oversight Committee on Higher Ed. Governance, Excellence and Transparency to Hold First Hearing
by: Rep. Branch, Dan
08/24/2011
Callegari Speaks to Water Professionals on Drought, Future Policy
by: Rep. Callegari, Bill
08/23/2011
CARTER WILL FILE LEGISLATION TO PREVENT FRAUD IN SUMMER FOOD PROGRAMS
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
08/23/2011
Gov. Perry Sets General Election in November for Constitutional Propositions
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
08/19/2011
Representative Charles Perry Urges you to Take Advantage of the Upcoming Sales Tax Holiday
by: Rep. Perry, Charles
08/18/2011
SPEAKER APPOINTS REP. DOUG MILLER TO THE EDWARDS AQUIFER LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
08/18/2011
BRANCH STATEMENT REGARDING TEXAS A&M BOARD OF REGENTS NAMING JOHN SHARP SOLE FINALIST FOR CHANCELLOR
by: Rep. Branch, Dan
08/17/2011
REP. MUÑOZ ANNOUNCES STATE SALES TAX HOLIDAY WEEKEND - THIS WEEKEND!
by: Rep. Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
08/16/2011
Representative McClendon Announces Sales Tax Holiday Weekend
by: Rep. McClendon, Ruth Jones
08/15/2011
STATEMENT REGARDING POSTPONEMENT OF HEARING TO DISCUSS COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE REALIGNMENTS
by: Rep. Branch, Dan
08/11/2011
JIM MURPHY RECEIVES CHAMPION OF SMALL BUSINESS AWARD FROM THE NATIONAL COALITION FOR CAPITAL
by: Rep. Murphy, Jim
08/11/2011
REP. KENNETH SHEETS TO HOST "BACK TO SCHOOL" ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
by: Rep. Sheets, Kenneth
08/01/2011
Housing Agency To Finance Senior Rental Property In Rosenberg, Boosting Housing Options and Economy
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
08/01/2011
REP. JOHNSON CALLS FOR INTERIM STUDY OF AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS TO REDUCE DROPOUT RATES
by: Rep. Johnson, EricJuly 2011
07/28/2011
Burnam Applauds EPA's Proposed New Air Pollution Rules for Oil and Gas Production
by: Rep. Burnam, Lon
07/25/2011
STATEMENT BY TEXAS HOUSE SPEAKER JOE STRAUS ON THE RETIREMENT OF SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE BEVERLY WOOLLEY
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
07/21/2011
Rep. Reynolds Named One of Fort Bend's Rising Stars by Fort Bend Business Journal
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
07/15/2011
REPRESENTATIVE KING TO SPEAK ON PANEL FOR SAVE TEXAS SCHOOLS CONFERENCE
by: Rep. King, Susan
07/14/2011
CARTER NAMED THIRTY-SECOND MOST CONSERVATIVE MEMBER OF TEXAS HOUSE
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
07/13/2011
REP. SUSAN KING REQUESTS CONSTITUENT INPUT FOR LEGISLATIVE INTERIM STUDY CHARGES
by: Rep. King, Susan
07/13/2011
McClendon Passes Bill to Continue Prevention of Auto Burglary & Theft
by: Rep. McClendon, Ruth Jones
07/11/2011
McClendon Bill Signed into Law to Promote Minority Cancer Awareness
by: Rep. McClendon, Ruth Jones
07/11/2011
REP. REYNOLDS SPONSORING THE FT. BEND FAMILY HEALTH CENTER'S ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
07/07/2011
Rep. Van Taylor Ends Special Legislative Session with Major Accomplishments
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
07/06/2011
Rep. Reynolds Honored to Serve on America's Energy Coast Honorary Leadership Council
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
07/05/2011
CAPITOL INSIDE'S "BEST OF THE LEGISLATURE" LIST GIVES HONORABLE MENTION TO REP. REYNOLDS
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
07/05/2011
SPEAKER STRAUS APPOINTS REP. REYNOLDS TO NCSL'S AGRICULTURE AND ENERGY COMMITTEE
by: Rep. Reynolds, RonJune 2011
06/30/2011
FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF OWN HEALTH CARE NOW REQUIRED OF INMATES WITH ADEQUATE RESOURCES
by: Rep. Leach, Jeff
06/30/2011
CARTER RECEIVES TAXPAYER CHAMPION AWARD FOR EXCELLENT FISCALLY CONSERVATIVE VOTING RECORD
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
06/29/2011
TEXAS HOUSE CONCLUDES SUCCESSFUL LEGISLATIVE SESSION, ADJOURNS SINE DIE
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
06/28/2011
SPEAKER STRAUS APPOINTS REPRESENTATIVE CARTER TO AGRICULTURE & ENERGY COMMITTEE
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
06/24/2011
SUCCESS IN BRINGING ABOUT AND MAINTAINING CORRECTIONS REFORMS IN TEXAS RECOGNIZED
by: Rep. Leach, Jeff
06/23/2011
CARTER RECEIVES HONORABLE MENTION BY CAPITOL INSIDE'S "BEST OF THE LEGISLATURE" LIST
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
06/22/2011
Despite progress, Texas Latinos lag behind others in college completion
by: Rep. Rodriguez, Justin
06/20/2011
Gov. Perry Adds Legislation to Special Session Call Related to Security Procedures
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
06/20/2011
Legislature approves Hilderbran measure to create Texas Derbies
by: Rep. Hilderbran, Harvey
06/15/2011
STATEMENT BY SPEAKER STRAUS ON HOUSE PASSAGE OF SB 4 (CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING)
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
06/09/2011
Rep. Dan Flynn Successful in Taking Action to Support Teachers in the Classroom
by: Rep. Flynn, Dan
06/03/2011
Rep. Aaron Peña Receives McAllen Chamber Teddy Roosevelt Leadership Award
by: Rep. Canales, Terry
06/01/2011
Representative Parker passes legislation that designates June 2nd as Italian Heritage Day
by: Rep. Parker, TanMay 2011
05/30/2011
Texas House of Representatives Honors Fallen Heroes via Memorial Day Resolution
by: Rep. Price, Four
05/30/2011
Rep. Jim Keffer Passes Nation's First Hydraulic Fracturing Public Disclosure Bill
by: Rep. Keffer, James L. "Jim"
05/29/2011
Bill to Continue TxDOT, Implement Agency Reforms Headed to Governor
by: Rep. Harper-Brown, Linda
05/26/2011
REP. PARKER'S THREE PART LAKE RECREATIONAL SAFETY BILL PACKAGE CLOSE TO BECOMING STATE LAW
by: Rep. Parker, Tan
05/26/2011
Legislation Clears the Way for Hidalgo County Water District to Be Dissolved
by: Rep. Guerra, Bobby
05/26/2011
Rep. Lewis Announces Legislation Resolving Critical Ector County Revenue Issue
by: Rep. Lewis, Tryon D.
05/26/2011
Texas Legislature Passes Homeowners Association Reform – H.B. 2761 (Garza/West)
by: Rep. Cortez, Philip
05/25/2011
Totally Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption Extended to Surviving Spouse
by: Rep. Fletcher, Allen
05/25/2011
LANDMARK VALLEY LEGISLATION TO REDUCE STATEWIDE HIGH SCHOOL DROPOUT RATE AWAITS GOVERNOR'S APPROVAL
by: Rep. Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
05/25/2011
Statement from Rep. Coleman in Response to His Vote For Senate Bill 8
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
05/24/2011
Coleman Bill to Protect Religious Freedom Headed to Governor's Desk
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
05/24/2011
Rep. Joe Farias' House Bill 692 Receives Final Passage in Texas Senate
by: Rep. Farias, Joe
05/23/2011
Coleman Passes Bill Banning Synthetic Drugs That Have Caused Deaths
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
05/21/2011
ANOTHER PIECE OF THE BUDGET PUZZLE - AN UGLY PICTURE DEVELOPING
by: Rep. Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
05/21/2011
Texas House of Representatives Honors U.S. Military by Passing Armed Forces Day Resolution
by: Rep. Price, Four
05/20/2011
TEXAS LT. GOV. DAVID DEWHURST AND SPEAKER JOE STRAUS ANNOUNCE BUDGET AGREEMENT
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
05/17/2011
STATEMENT BY SPEAKER STRAUS ON COMPTROLLER COMBS' UPDATE TO THE REVENUE ESTIMATE
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
05/16/2011
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT FOR VETERANS' SURVIVING SPOUSES PASSES HOUSE & SENATE
by: Rep. Anderson, Charles "Doc"
05/16/2011
Rep. Van Taylor's Bill Aiding Search and Rescue Dog Handlers Passes Final Vote
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
05/14/2011
Rep. Vicki Truitt Joins Efforts To Combat Underage Drinking With $10,000 Poster Contest
by: Rep. Capriglione, Giovanni
05/13/2011
TEXAS HOUSE PASSES LANDMARK CHEMICAL DISCLOSURE LEGISLATION COAUTHORED BY CARTER
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
05/13/2011
Governor Perry Signs Bill Allowing Rural Hospitals to Directly Hire Doctors
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
05/13/2011
Rep. Tryon Lewis announces passage of legislation against noncitizen voting
by: Rep. Lewis, Tryon D.
05/12/2011
Rep. Walle Responds to Passage of Divisive "Sanctuary Cities" Bill
by: Rep. Walle, Armando
05/12/2011
Gov. Perry Announces TEF Investment in GE Transportation to Create 775 Jobs in Fort Worth
by: Rep. Parker, Tan
05/11/2011
REP. CARTER AND HOUSE COLLEAGUES PREVAIL IN PASSING SANCTUARY CITY LEGISLATION
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
05/11/2011
Rep. Tryon Lewis announces passage of legislation addressing mineral property valuation
by: Rep. Lewis, Tryon D.
05/11/2011
Real People. Real Consequences: Rep. Castro Speaks Out About Effects of Budget Cuts
by: Rep. Rodriguez, Justin
05/10/2011
Landowner Protection Measure By Rep. Lozano On Its Way To Gov.'s Desk
by: Rep. Lozano, J. M.
05/09/2011
Rep. Reynolds Co-Authors Bills To Provide Transparency and Boost Economic Development Incentives
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
05/06/2011
LT. GOV. DEWHURST AND SPEAKER STRAUS ANNOUNCE JOINT OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE ON HIGHER EDUCATION
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
05/06/2011
Legislation to Facilitate Military and Overseas Voting Passes House Committee
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
05/06/2011
SPEAKER JOE STRAUS ANNOUNCES HOUSE APPOINTEES TO CONFERENCE COMMITTEE ON STATE BUDGET
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
05/06/2011
House of Representatives Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Six Flags Over Texas
by: Rep. Krause, Matt
05/05/2011
TODAY'S TEXAS HOUSE ACTION ON REDISTRICTING, EMINENT DOMAIN AND SONOGRAM LEGISLATION
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
05/05/2011
Rep. Reynolds Commends National Teacher Appreciation Week and Fights to Protect Their Rights
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
05/05/2011
Texas House Resoundingly Passes Rep. Price's Bill On Student Athlete Concussions
by: Rep. Price, Four
05/04/2011
House Passes Legislation to Allow Rural Hospitals to Hire Doctors Directly
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
05/04/2011
Gonzales Bill to Create a Border Economic Development Bureau Gets House Approval
by: Rep. Guerra, Bobby
05/04/2011
Texas House passes out Homeowners Association Open Governance Bill – H.B. 2761
by: Rep. Cortez, Philip
05/03/2011
GOVERNOR APPOINTS CARTER TO SERVE ON THE CRIME VICTIMS' INSTITUTE ADVISORY COUNCIL
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
05/03/2011
REP. REYNOLDS BILL TO PROVIDE LOCAL CONTROL TO SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO DEAL WITH HIGH TECH HACKERS
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
05/02/2011
Rep. White commends U.S. Military and Intelligence units for eliminating Osama Bin Laden
by: Rep. Kacal, Kyle
05/02/2011
Rep. John V. Garza files emergency bill to aid Volunteer Fire Departments fighting Texas Wildfires
by: Rep. Cortez, Philip
05/02/2011
Giddings to deliver Commencement Address to Southwestern Christian College
by: Rep. Giddings, Helen
05/02/2011
PROVISION PUTTING NORTH TEXAS TOLLWAY AUTHORITY UNDER STATE REVIEW PASSES HOUSE
by: Rep. Anchia, Rafael
05/02/2011
REP. REYNOLDS ENCOURAGES COLLEAGUES TO SUPPORT UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS BILL
by: Rep. Reynolds, RonApril 2011
04/29/2011
House Committee hears measure protecting volunteer social workers
by: Rep. Farrar, Jessica
04/28/2011
Statement from Rep. Schwertner on Passage of Statewide House Redistricting Plan
by: Rep. Farney, Marsha
04/28/2011
Rep. Tryon Lewis announces changes to District 81 in House Redistricting
by: Rep. Lewis, Tryon D.
04/28/2011
STATEMENT BY SPEAKER STRAUS ON PASSAGE TO THIRD READING OF HB 150 (TEXAS HOUSE REDISTRICTING)
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
04/26/2011
Rep. Van Taylor's Bills Aiding Search and Rescue Dog Handlers Passes the House of Representatives
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
04/26/2011
Rep. Reynolds Passes Legislation To Provide Flexibility To Smaller Cities On Local Elections
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
04/25/2011
REP. DUKES JOINS EFFORTS TO COMBAT UNDERAGE DRINKING WITH $10,000 POSTER CONTEST
by: Rep. Dukes, Dawnna
04/25/2011
Rep. Nash Passes Legislation to Extend Funeral Contract Guaranty Coverage
by: Rep. Krause, Matt
04/25/2011
Rep. Nash Lays Out Bill To Protect Political Speech From Local Ordinances
by: Rep. Krause, Matt
04/21/2011
Representative John V. Garza lays out the “Teacher Paperwork Reduction Act of 2011”
by: Rep. Cortez, Philip
04/21/2011
Representative Reynolds Passes Legislation To Spur Economic Opportunities For Small Cities
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
04/20/2011
Rep. Reynolds Passes His First Bill, Protects Complainants in Employment Discrimination Cases
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
04/20/2011
HOUSE WRAPS UP WORK ON ANDERSON LEGISLATION BANNING POWERFUL HALLUCINOGEN
by: Rep. Anderson, Charles "Doc"
04/19/2011
Statement from Rep. Schwertner and Rep. Gonzales on New Redistricting Plan for Central Texas
by: Rep. Farney, Marsha
04/15/2011
Frullo Passes Tier-One Funding Bill Out of House, Paves Way for Tech to Receive Research Dollars
by: Rep. Frullo, John
04/15/2011
TEXAS HOUSE PASSES CARTER'S BILL TO ASSIST WITH PROSECUTION OF MORTGAGE FRAUD
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
04/15/2011
Representative Barbara Nash Joins Efforts To Combat Underage Drinking With $10,000 Poster Contest
by: Rep. Krause, Matt
04/15/2011
STATEMENT BY SPEAKER JOE STRAUS ON SBOE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT PROPOSAL
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
04/14/2011
$830 Million in Federal Education Funds Will Help Texas Public Schools
by: Rep. Cortez, Philip
04/14/2011
Lawmakers Consider Legislation That Could Save Taxpayers Billions Of Dollars
by: Rep. Longoria, Oscar
04/14/2011
TEXAS HOUSE PASSES LEGISLATION JOINT AUTHORED BY CARTER TO ENHANCE PENALTIES FOR IDENTITY THEFT
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
04/13/2011
MAJORITY RIGHTS PROTECTION WILL ADD MILLIONS TO HIGHER EDUCATION FUNDING
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
04/13/2011
Statement from Rep. Coleman on Harris County Redistricting Map
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
04/12/2011
TCEQ Sunset Bill voted out of Committee over Representative Farrar's Objection
by: Rep. Farrar, Jessica
04/10/2011
Representative Perry Files Bill to Prevent Illegal Immigrants from Receiving In-State Tuition
by: Rep. Perry, Charles
04/07/2011
REP. VICKI TRUITT SENDS PAYDAY AND AUTO TITLE LOANS OUT OF HOUSE COMMITTEE
by: Rep. Capriglione, Giovanni
04/07/2011
Three Bills Authored by Representative Joaquin Castro Approved by Texas House Today
by: Rep. Rodriguez, Justin
04/05/2011
REP. MARGO JOINT AUTHORS RESOLUTION TO INCREASE THE ECONOMIC STABILIZATION FUND
by: Rep. Moody, Joe
04/05/2011
REP. EDDIE LUCIO III OBSERVES CANCER AWARENESS DAY AT THE CAPITOL
by: Rep. Lucio III, Eddie
04/04/2011
McClendon-Wentworth Press Release - OAG declares rail funding can move forward
by: Rep. McClendon, Ruth Jones
04/03/2011
Rep. Joaquin Castro Restores Funding for Communities In Schools and Patients With Brain Injuries
by: Rep. Rodriguez, Justin
04/01/2011
Rep. Ryan Guillen Passes Legislation to Protect Tow Truck Operators
by: Rep. Guillen, Ryan
04/01/2011
Sheffield Takes First Step in Ensuring Veterans Receive Necessary
by: Rep. Sheffield, RalphMarch 2011
03/31/2011
Rep. Thompson Applauds the Actions of the House Committee on Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence
by: Rep. Thompson, Senfronia
03/31/2011
Frullo Announces Alicia's Law, Raises Awareness of Child Pornography Trafficking on the Web
by: Rep. Frullo, John
03/31/2011
County Affairs Committee Approves Legislation to Allow Rural Hospitals to Hire Physicians Directly
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
03/31/2011
Sheffield Passed House Bill 1404 in the 82nd Legislature to Improve Family Code for Service Members
by: Rep. Sheffield, Ralph
03/31/2011
STATEMENT BY SPEAKER JOE STRAUS ON HOUSE PASSAGE OF HB 4 AND HB 275 TO THIRD READING
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
03/30/2011
Deuell and Price Introduce Bills to Protect Student Athletes Who Sustain Concussions
by: Rep. Price, Four
03/24/2011
House Energy Resources Committee Hears Rep. Parker's H.B. 2125 and H.B. 2126
by: Rep. Parker, Tan
03/21/2011
CARTER SEEKS TO HELP TEACHERS KEEP THEIR JOBS BY REDUCING ADMINISTRATION INEFFICIENCY
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
03/18/2011
Rep. Ron Reynolds Leading the Way in Ensuring that Texas Remains the Energy Capitol of the World
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
03/17/2011
CARTER JOINT AUTHORS LEGISLATION MAKING MURDERERS INELIGIBLE FOR DEFERRED ADJUDICATION
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
03/17/2011
REPRESENTATIVE BUTTON AND FELLOW STATE LAWMAKERS WELCOME MERCY STREET SPRING BREAK COLLEGE TOUR
by: Rep. Button, Angie Chen
03/16/2011
Rep. Van Taylor Files Multiple Bills Aiding Search and Rescue Dog Handlers
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
03/15/2011
REPRESENTATIVE DUKES VOTES AGAINST FALSE ILLUSION OF USING RAINY DAY FUND
by: Rep. Dukes, Dawnna
03/15/2011
REPRESENTATIVE KING APPOINTED AS CO-CHAIR OF FINE ARTS EDUCATION CAUCUS
by: Rep. King, Susan
03/15/2011
STATE REPRESENTATIVE ERIC JOHNSON VOTES FOR USING RAINY DAY FUND AND AGAINST FURTHER BUDGET CUTS
by: Rep. Johnson, Eric
03/15/2011
REPRESENTATIVE ARMANDO "MANDO" MARTINEZ COMBATS NURSING HOME CUTS
by: Rep. Martinez, Armando "Mando"
03/14/2011
REP.JOHNSON FILES LEGISLATION TO IDENTIFY MOST EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR EARLY DROPOUT INTERVENTION
by: Rep. Johnson, Eric
03/14/2011
Rep. Van Taylor Files Texas Majority Rights Protection To Increase Revenue and Create Jobs
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
03/14/2011
Representative Thompson Commends Committee on Vote to Combat Human Trafficking
by: Rep. Thompson, Senfronia
03/11/2011
Rep. Dan Flynn Takes Action to Ensure Access and Credit Needs of All Texans
by: Rep. Flynn, Dan
03/11/2011
Hilderbran legislation exempts small businesses from franchise tax
by: Rep. Hilderbran, Harvey
03/11/2011
Rep. V. Taylor Bill Allows HHSC to Seek Reimbursement For Benefits Provided to Sponsored Immigrants
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
03/10/2011
Rep. Coleman files Legislation to Increase Penalty for Lewdly Violating an Individual's Privacy
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
03/10/2011
Rep. Tryon Lewis Files Bill to Clarify Rules on Low Level Waste Importation
by: Rep. Lewis, Tryon D.
03/10/2011
Representative Joaquin Castro Files Bill that would Create a Commission to Study Drowsy Driving
by: Rep. Rodriguez, Justin
03/10/2011
Rep. Van Taylor Offers Bill to Verify Citizenship of Voter Registration Applicants
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
03/10/2011
REP. MUÑOZ OPPOSES CUTS TO NURSING HOMES & OTHER DRASTIC BUDGET MEASURES
by: Rep. Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
03/10/2011
Rep. Coleman files Legislation to Increase Penalty for Lewdly Violating an Individual's Privacy
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
03/09/2011
Rep. Castro Joins in Release of Roadmap for Latinos to Make America World Leader in College Degrees
by: Rep. Rodriguez, Justin
03/09/2011
REP. MARGO AIDS VILLAGE OF VINTON IN OBTAINING CERTIFICATION FROM TCEQ
by: Rep. Moody, Joe
03/09/2011
Rep. Van Taylor Legislation Enables Forfeiture of Pensions of Corrupt Municipal Officials
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
03/09/2011
Statement from Rep. Coleman on States' Rights Press Conference
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
03/09/2011
Representative Burkett Files Mesquite Municipal Courts of Record Legislation
by: Rep. Turner, Chris
03/08/2011
Rep. Ryan Guillen Files Legislation to Provide More Transportation Funding for Texas
by: Rep. Guillen, Ryan
03/08/2011
LEGISLATURE TO HONOR SOUTH TEXAS VETERANS TODAY - REP. MUÑOZ TO PASS HCR 56
by: Rep. Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
03/08/2011
Rep. Dan Flynn Takes Action to Ensure US Constitution Taught in High School
by: Rep. Flynn, Dan
03/07/2011
Rep.Coleman Files Asher's Law HB2343 Will Help Prevent Emotional Trauma and Suicide Among Youth
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
03/04/2011
CARTER JOINT AUTHORS BILL TO PROVIDE TARGETED PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
03/03/2011
Rep. Coleman Files Legislation to Ban Synthetic Drugs Known as Bath Salts
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
03/03/2011
Representative Parker Makes Safety in the Barnett Shale A Legislative Priority
by: Rep. Parker, Tan
03/03/2011
"Bath Salts" Not On My Watch Giddings Bill to Outlaw Manufactured Highs in Texas
by: Rep. Giddings, Helen
03/02/2011
Rep. Joe Pickett is recognized as Texas Transit Association's 2011 Legislator of the Year
by: Rep. Pickett, Joe C.
03/02/2011
Rep. Senfronia Thompson and Colleagues Pledge to Work 24/7 Against Human Trafficking
by: Rep. Thompson, SenfroniaFebruary 2011
02/28/2011
Reynolds Files House Bill 1851 to Enhance Opportunities for Historically Underutilized Businesses
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
02/27/2011
State Representative John V. Garza files Teacher Paperwork Reduction Act of 2011
by: Rep. Cortez, Philip
02/27/2011
Representative John V. Garza files bill prohibiting defeated judges from continuing on the bench
by: Rep. Cortez, Philip
02/23/2011
Menendez files 2 cent sales tax increase for 2 years dedicated to public education
by: Rep. Menéndez, José
02/22/2011
Statement from Rep. Coleman on the Medicaid Reform Proposal by TPPF
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
02/22/2011
REPRESENTATIVE SHEETS AUTHORS LEGISLATION TO BAN 'BATH SALTS' DRUG
by: Rep. Sheets, Kenneth
02/21/2011
REYNOLDS FILES LEGISLATION TO PROPOSE MANDATORY MENINGITIS VACCINES
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
02/21/2011
REPRESENTATIVES OTTO, ANCHIA SPONSOR ALTERNATIVE FUELS INCENTIVES BILL
by: Rep. Anchia, Rafael
02/18/2011
Hilderbran bill increases responsibilities for owners of dangerous animals
by: Rep. Hilderbran, Harvey
02/18/2011
Hilderbran bill seeks strong protection for victims of child abuse
by: Rep. Hilderbran, Harvey
02/16/2011
Statement from Representative Garnet Coleman on Senate Bills 7 and 8
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
02/16/2011
REPRESENTATIVE JOHNSON FILES BILL TO CLOSE LOOPHOLE WHICH ALLOWS PREDATORY PAYDAY LOANS
by: Rep. Johnson, Eric
02/16/2011
Rep. Coleman Files Legislation to Prevent Emotional Trauma and Suicide Among Youth
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
02/15/2011
REPRESENTATIVE ARMANDO "MANDO" MARTINEZ APPOINTED COMMITTEES
by: Rep. Martinez, Armando "Mando"
02/15/2011
Texas Legislative Study Group Releases 2011 Texas on the Brink
by: Rep. Martinez, Armando "Mando"
02/15/2011
Rep. Van Taylor Files Revised Legislation Protecting Motorists From False ID
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
02/14/2011
Rep. Castro Files HB 1192 to Expand Health Coverage for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances
by: Rep. Rodriguez, Justin
02/12/2011
Representative Dukes invites you to the 12th Annual African-American Community Heritage Festival
by: Rep. Dukes, Dawnna
02/12/2011
Representative John V. Garza receives key committee appointments from Speaker Joe Straus
by: Rep. Cortez, Philip
02/10/2011
Rep. Roland Gutierrez Receives Key Appointments from Speaker Straus
by: Rep. Gutierrez, Roland
02/10/2011
Truitt's Committee Appointments Increase Clout For District 98 Constituents
by: Rep. Capriglione, Giovanni
02/09/2011
REP. RICHARD PENA RAYMOND NAMED CHAIRMAN OF THE HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
by: Rep. Raymond, Richard Peña
02/09/2011
Rep. Fletcher named Vice Chair of Homeland Security & Public Safety, Appointed to Transportation
by: Rep. Fletcher, Allen
02/09/2011
Immigration & Citizenship Status Questions Required to be Answered on Higher Education App.
by: Rep. Fletcher, Allen
02/09/2011
REP. MARGO ASSIGNED TO APPROPRIATIONS AND LAND AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEES
by: Rep. Moody, Joe
02/09/2011
SPEAKER STRAUS REAPPOINTS REPRESENTATIVE DAWNNA DUKES TO POWERFUL APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE
by: Rep. Dukes, Dawnna
02/09/2011
State Representative Dan Huberty Assigned to Public Education and State Affairs Committees
by: Rep. Huberty, Dan
02/09/2011
Coleman Reappointed Chair of County Affairs, Reappointed to Calendars and Public Health Committees
by: Rep. Coleman, Garnet F.
02/09/2011
Representative Sarah Davis Committee Assignments of the 82nd Texas Legislature
by: Rep. Davis, Sarah
02/09/2011
Lavender to serve on House Transportation and Land & Resource Management
by: Rep. Lavender, George
02/09/2011
CARTER FILES BILL TO HELP POLICE TO EXPEDITE THE ISSUANCE OF WARRANTS AND SUMMONSES
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
02/09/2011
Rep.J.M. Lozano Appointed to Agriculture and Livestock, Energy Resources and Rules & Resolutions
by: Rep. Lozano, J. M.
02/09/2011
Rep. Taylor Announces His Committee Appointments For The 82nd Texas Legislative Session
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
02/09/2011
REP. EDDIE LUCIO III APPOINTED TO THREE INFLUENTIAL HOUSE COMMITTEES FOR THE 82nd SESSION
by: Rep. Lucio III, Eddie
02/09/2011
Straus names Schwertner to House Committees on Appropriations, Public Health
by: Rep. Farney, Marsha
02/08/2011
REP. JOHNSON FILES LEGISLATION TO PROTECT PROPERTY OWNERS AFFECTED BY EMINENT DOMAIN
by: Rep. Johnson, Eric
02/08/2011
STATEMENT BY SPEAKER STRAUS ON GOVERNOR PERRY'S STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
02/08/2011
REP .JOHNSON APPOINTED TO HOUSE APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE ON ARTICLES VI, VII, VIII
by: Rep. Johnson, Eric
02/07/2011
Van Taylor Files Legislation to Allow Concealed Carry on Community and Technical College Campuses
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
02/07/2011
Walle Files Bills to Implement Best Practices in Our Courts to Get Kids Back on Track
by: Rep. Walle, Armando
02/03/2011
FILES BILL TO IMPROVE DEFENDANTS' UNDERSTANDING OF RIGHTS REGARDING DEFERRED ADJUDICATION
by: Rep. Johnson, Eric
02/03/2011
Rep. Gutierrez files legislation to permanently establish the Diabetes Registry in Bexar County
by: Rep. Gutierrez, Roland
02/03/2011
CARTER JOINT AUTHORS LEGISLATION TO RESTRICT THE STATE'S ABILITY TO RAISE TAXES
by: Rep. Carter, Stefani
02/02/2011
Rep.Reynolds Coauthors Legislation Restricting Unfunded Mandates on Local Governments
by: Rep. Reynolds, Ron
02/02/2011
Rep. Lucio III Applauds Passing of Ordinance To Ban Texting While Driving
by: Rep. Lucio III, Eddie
02/02/2011
REP. EDDIE LUCIO EXTENDS LEGISLATIVE AGENDA TO INCLUDE FAMILY VIOLENCE
by: Rep. Lucio III, Eddie
02/02/2011
V. Taylor Bill Enables Forfeiture of Pensions of Elected Officials, Employees
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
02/01/2011
Representative Castro Proposes Fundamental Changes to Support School Counselors in Texas
by: Rep. Rodriguez, JustinJanuary 2011
01/28/2011
Election Contest Master's Public Hearing for the election contest of House District 48.
by: Rep. Straus, Joe
01/28/2011
Rep. Walle Files Bill to Improve Quality of Life, Raise Property Values
by: Rep. Walle, Armando
01/27/2011
Veteran Surviving Spouse legislation picks up traction in the Texas House
by: Rep. Fletcher, Allen
01/21/2011
Slowing down Government Growth and Spending Ken Paxton files House Joint Resolution 70
by: Rep. Sanford, Scott
01/15/2011
REPRESENTATIVE ARMANDO "MANDO" MARTINEZ SWORN IN FOR FOURTH TERM
by: Rep. Martinez, Armando "Mando"
01/15/2011
DUKES HOSTS ANNUAL BOULEVARD CLEAN UP TO HONOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
by: Rep. Dukes, Dawnna
01/14/2011
Representative Joe Farias files House Bill 656 targeting excessive fees by pay-day lenders
by: Rep. Farias, Joe
01/14/2011
Callegari: Ignition Interlock Legislation Key Vehicle to Reduce Drunk Driving
by: Rep. Callegari, Bill
01/14/2011
Hilderbran files bill requiring voters to show photo identification
by: Rep. Hilderbran, Harvey
01/14/2011
Rep. Van Taylor Files Legislation to Preserve Intent of Indigent Care Eligibility
by: Rep. Taylor, Van
01/13/2011
Rep. Tryon Lewis files legislation to expand access to Disabled Veteran license plates
by: Rep. Lewis, Tryon D.
01/13/2011
Rep. Schwertner joins Perry, Geren in call to protect private property rights
by: Rep. Farney, Marsha
01/12/2011
Solomons Files Bill to Prohibit Unfunded Mandates on Local Government
by: Rep. Simmons, Ron
01/11/2011
PARKER TAKES THE OATH OF OFFICE, FILES LEGISLATION TO SPUR MANUFACTURING JOB GROWTH
by: Rep. Parker, Tan
01/10/2011
REP. RICHARD PEÑA RAYMOND REGARDING COMPTROLLER'S REVENUE ESTIMATES FOR FY 2012-2013
by: Rep. Raymond, Richard Peña
01/06/2011
Sheffield Files Bill to Exempt State Transfer Vehicle Tax for Active Military Service Members
by: Rep. Sheffield, Ralph