Capitol Update: Rolling Back COVID-19 Restrictions and Economic Recovery
As leaves change and temperatures drop, we celebrate the coming of a new season. Though this time of year may seem out of the ordinary... Read More
Capitol Update: Texas Hunting Licensing & Broadband Internet
As our nation observes the nineteenth anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks that stole thousands of American lives, I hope we reflect on the... Read More
Capitol Update: Hurricane Laura and High-Speed Internet Access for Students
My heart goes out to the people in East and Southeast Texas, as well as our neighbors in Louisiana, who have been affected by Hurricane... Read More
Capitol Update: Why it’s vital to complete your 2020 Census forms
The United States Constitution has been described as one of the most prolific living documents in the history of the world. Since its inception, the... Read More
Capitol Update: Schools Reopening and Expanded Early Voting
I want to start this column by encouraging you to join me in praying for our fellow Texans who were recently affected by Hurricane Hanna.... Read More
Capitol Update: Cancelling the STAAR Test and Coronavirus Aid for Local Governments
With the primary elections finally behind us, I want to offer my congratulations to all of the candidates who were successful in securing their place... Read More
Letter to Governor Abbott on Waiving the STAAR Test
July 10, 2020 Governor Abbott, In March of this year, you wisely waived the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) requirements for the... Read More
Capitol Update: Making sure Rural Texas is counted in the 2020 Census
Over 240 years ago, our forefathers put ink to parchment in order to draft what would become one of the most prolific living documents in... Read More
Capitol Update: Public Schools Reopening this Fall
While many folks are spending more time at home, it’s easier than ever to become consumed with the events of the day. Whether we’re diligently... Read More
Capitol Update: Phase III of Reopening Texas
On May 25, 2020, a 46-year-old man from Texas was murdered after being taken into custody by police officers in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His name was... Read More