Trent Ashby

We have officially reached the halfway point of the 88th Legislative Session. As bills are receiving public hearings and making their way through committees, the... Read More

The early return of warmer temperatures means Spring is just around the corner. Driving back to East Texas each week from Austin, I can’t help... Read More

One hundred eighty-seven years ago, on March 2nd, 1836, Texas gained its independence from Mexico. As we reflect on this historic day, it’s important to... Read More

As we approach the 50-day mark of the 88th Legislative Session, legislators are putting the finishing touches on the bills they intend to file before... Read More

This week, Senator Robert Nichols and I had the pleasure of welcoming friends and community leaders from back home for Lufkin/Angelina County Day at the... Read More

It was a busy week at your State Capitol, as the House and Senate worked diligently to make up for the previous week’s work that... Read More

This past week, cities and counties all across the state experienced a winter storm that caused serious property damage and dangerous road conditions. While, thankfully,... Read More

On January 25th, 1839, the Republic of Texas adopted the iconic flag we know and cherish today. A simple but bold design that features a... Read More

As part of School Board Appreciation Month, I invite parents, teachers, and students to join me in recognizing our local School Board Members who have... Read More

With the start of the 88th Legislative Session, State Representatives and Senators convened in Austin on Tuesday, January 10 to take the constitutional oath of... Read More