After a welcome reprieve from the Capital City, this past week I made my way down to Austin to begin laying the groundwork for the next legislative session by attending my first interim committee hearing. While there have been a number of House committee hearings over the last week or two, I thought it would... Read More

Springtime in the Lone Star State is hard to beat. With bluebonnets in bloom, bass in the spawning season, and ballparks bustling, I hope you and your family will make it a priority to get outside and soak up all that the Texas spring has to offer. Another—perhaps not so pleasant—part of the spring season... Read More

Recently, the Baylor College of Medicine announced a partnership with St. Luke’s Health — Memorial Hospital in Lufkin to establish the Rural Resident Physician Grant Program, which incentivizes prospective physicians to complete their residency in rural areas. As the author of the bill that created this program, I’m thrilled to see this partnership come to... Read More

Following each legislative session, the Texas Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House assign interim charges for corresponding committees to study topics and develop strategic plans to guide future policymaking in the Texas Legislature. Recently, the Texas House received interim charges and committees will soon begin holding hearings to monitor the implementation of legislation passed... Read More

Last week, Texans from every corner of the state celebrated our Independence Day. Let us never forget that momentous day on March 2, 1836, when 59 Texas delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos and declared our independence from the tyrannical government of Mexico. With the final battle of the Texas Revolution occurring at the Battle of San... Read More

Recently, our office was fortunate enough to see large groups from the district in and around the Texas Capitol. I want to remind you that we are always open and willing to meet with constituents or set up a tour of your State Capitol. So, whether during spring break in the coming months or sometime... Read More

As we approach the upcoming Primary Elections on March 1, I would like to remind everyone that early voting begins on Monday, February 14 and ends on February 25. This will be the first election held under the newly drawn political districts and will include candidates running for federal, state, local, and judicial offices. Though... Read More

As we enter into the coldest part of the year, and with a winter blast making its way across Texas, I thought it might be helpful to provide a friendly reminder on ways you can protect yourself and your property from inclement weather. Winterize your home by turning off outside faucets and covering any pipes... Read More

With Christmas fast approaching and the New Year right behind it, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Whether we’re preoccupied with finalizing holiday preparations for the family or immersed in our community’s Christmas festivities, the commotion of this time of year can be a distraction from... Read More

With the Thanksgiving holiday behind us and Christmas just around the corner, I want to encourage you and your family to embrace this season of giving by seeking out opportunities to offer a helping hand to those in need throughout our communities. While many of us are blessed to enjoy a regular meal and a... Read More