Monday was President’s Day, so we had somewhat of a shortened week of activities at the Texas Capitol. Still, it was a busy and productive week with sessions on the Senate floor and meetings with numerous constituents and fellow Texans. Thursday’s Texas Legislative Prayer Breakfast On Thursday morning, numerous elected officials, Capitol staffers and breakfast […]
Dear Friend: Here’s a recap of some of the events from last week. I hope these updates are helpful in providing you more insight into the work that goes on in your state capitol. First Meeting of Business and Commerce Committee The Senate Business and Commerce Committee held its first hearing on Tuesday, and the […]
What a Week! Thank You First Responders and Essential Workers As we are back to clear roads and warmer temperatures, this is a great time to thank the numerous first responders and essential workers who have shown up in tough, often dangerous conditions over the past week. It’s a long list, and we often take […]
Dear Friends, We are up and running, and as of today we are 119 days from adjournment. The session will move quickly, and I’ll do my best to keep you apprised on key developments. Here’s an update on some items from this past week. Honored to be Chosen to Serve as TCCRI Board Chairman This week, […]
Inaugural Ceremony for Governor Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick On Tuesday, Governor Greg Abbott and Lt. Governor Dan Patrick were officially sworn in and took their oath of office. Constituents from all over the state gathered in Austin for a series of inaugural events. During the inaugural swearing in ceremony, we saw a glimpse at […]
Dear Friends, On Tuesday at noon the Texas Legislature gaveled in for the start of the 88th Legislative Session, and I was sworn in the Texas Senate to represent Senate District 10. It is the honor of a lifetime to be trusted with the responsibility to represent the counties of Brown, Callahan, Johnson, Palo Pinto, […]
Texas has made big strides in electric reliability over the last year. Improvements include weatherization of facilities, requiring onsite backup fuel for generators, mapping of critical infrastructure, improved communication and multiple other services at ERCOT to bring additional generation online quickly if needed. However, with the big cold snap predicted for this week I do believe […]
Friends, Like so many of you, I am deeply concerned about the future of our nation. As a father and grandfather, I worry about the country and the path we are on. For so many reasons, it’s simply unsustainable. But this I know: Texas remains a beacon of opportunity and a model for low taxes, limited […]
Dear Friends, Have you already voted? If not, have you made a plan to do so? Early voting continues until Friday, November 4th. As a reminder, this coming weekend is your only opportunity to vote on a Saturday and Sunday. That’s a great time to vote as you are out and about (see the links […]
Dear Friends, The polls are open! Early voting for the November 8th election has now begun and runs through Friday, November 4th. You may have seen or heard of some polls that show Republicans with comfortable leads. I urge you: ignore these polls. Democrats would love nothing more than to lull you into a sense […]
