Recently, people across our free land commemorated the lives of those who fell victim to the terrorist acts of September 11, 2001. Though it seems like just yesterday for many of us, this year marked the 15th Anniversary of the falling of the Twin Towers in New York City, the plane which went down near... Read More

September signifies one of the most exciting times of the year. As fall rolls in we’ve come to expect the start of another football season, the opening day of dove hunting season, and we’re inching nearer to the Presidential Election just two months away.  So, as we look forward to this new season with hope... Read More

Ready or not, the start of a new school year is officially here!  I want to thank all of our school faculty members and administrators who have been working feverishly to prepare for our students’ return.  So, as the hallways, classrooms, school buses, and stadiums once again come to life, let me wish all of... Read More

Rising temperatures and back-to-school shopping can only mean one thing: August has arrived! In Austin, the pace continues to pick up at the Capitol as fellow House members and State Senators take dead aim on the 85th Legislative Session. Here’s a quick update on some interim charges, and a chance for you to help those... Read More

As the mercury continues to rise, so does the frequency of interim hearings at your Texas Capitol. Lawmakers have taken note that the clock is ticking, with less than six months to go before the 85th Legislative Session convenes, and are continuing to concentrate their efforts on what will be the hot button issues discussed.... Read More

I want to begin this column by asking you to join with me in praying for the families of the 11 police officers who were shot and killed recently during a peaceful protest in downtown Dallas.  All of us are deeply saddened to see this reprehensible act of violence perpetrated against our law enforcement community,... Read More

The Texas summer heat has set upon us, and hopefully everyone has been able to find some shade and enjoy the season. The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and I hope everyone is able to have a safe and enjoyable time celebrating our nation’s freedom. While we are at cookouts and enjoying... Read More

This year marks the centennial celebration of Flag Day, which takes place every year on June 14th. Flag Day was established by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916, and the day is designed to commemorate the anniversary of the adoption of the United States flag by the Second Continental Congress in 1777. Interestingly, the day also... Read More

Memorial Day is upon us, and I want to take a moment to thank each and every one of our veterans. Your sacrifice and dedication to our country has enabled us to continue to pass the torch of liberty and freedom. In light of the Memorial Day season, I thought it would be appropriate to... Read More

With the end of the school year around the corner and summer in sight, I know many of you are making vacation plans.  If your travel plans involve passing through the Austin area or visiting your Texas Capitol as a destination, please contact my office. We will be glad to help you set up a Capitol tour,... Read More