With only 140 days in a regular legislative session in Texas, time is precious. This week, we pass the 40-day mark leaving less than 100 days to complete our business for the 28 million plus citizens who are blessed to call themselves Texans. Though each session is always a marathon, the first few weeks seem... Read More

This past week members from both the House and Senate poured into the House Chamber for Governor Abbott’s biennial State of the State Address. Similar to the State of the Union at the federal level, this is an opportunity for the Governor to come before members of the Legislature and lay out his priorities for... Read More

After a busy week meeting with constituents, attending committee hearings, and filing legislation, it’s clear that the 86th Legislative Session is well underway. As legislation starts to move through the committee process in the coming weeks and months, I want to once again encourage you to reach out to my Capitol or district office to... Read More

There was a lot going on at your State Capitol this week as the Texas House received our committee assignments for the 86th Legislative Session. I’m excited that Speaker Bonnen has selected me to serve on both the House Committee on Public Education and the House Committee on Defense & Veterans Affairs. As a member... Read More

AUSTIN – State Representative Trent Ashby (R-Lufkin) has been selected to serve on both the House Committee on Public Education and the House Committee on Defense & Veterans Affairs during the 86th Legislative Session. This will be the first time Ashby has served on either committee. “I’m honored to have a seat at the table... Read More

As we near the 30-day mark on a government shutdown in Washington D.C., the Texas Legislature is gearing up for another productive legislative session. As I drove into Austin for opening day, I was reminded of how fortunate we are in Texas to have a part-time Legislature that must work together over only 140-days to... Read More

The energy has picked up around your State Capitol in recent weeks, as the 86th Legislative Session will officially begin on Tuesday, January 8th. As we prepare for the next 140 days, I want to take a moment to remind you of some of the resources our office provides to make sure that you –... Read More

As we join together with family and friends this Christmas, it is my hope that amidst the hustle and bustle we will give pause to reflect on the real reason for the holiday season. With all of the fanfare and pageantry surrounding the holidays – from gift giving and stocking stuffing, to bright lights and... Read More

As our nation mourns the passing of President George H. W. Bush, we reflect on his steadfast devotion to his faith, family, and country. In this time of increased political divisiveness, the legacy of our nation’s 41st President serves as a timely reminder of an era when we were able to put aside our differences... Read More

With Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror, the excitement of the Christmas season begins.  Whether it’s attending one of our many Christmas parades across East Texas, witnessing the lighting of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Pumping Unit, or simply enjoying the sights and sounds of the season, there’s no shortage of activities to keep us busy.  Amidst all... Read More