Inaugural Newsletter

INAUGURAL NEWSLETTER OF THE 84TH TEXAS LEGISLATURE FROM THE OFFICE OF STATE REPRESENTATIVE DENNIS PAUL Elizabeth Paul, Representative Paul, and Mrs. Eliza Paul Opening Day of the 84th Legislative Session. Opening day of the Texas Legislature took place on January 13, where members were sworn in to represent their legislative districts.  I was happy to welcome so many friends and family who supported my efforts to work in Austin.  I look forward to representing House District 129 with determination and a stead fast fervor that will make everyone proud.  I am eagerly awaiting house committee assignments, so that I am able to represent the needs of our community.  To learn more about the legislative process please visit the  Texas Legislature Online.   Governor Perry's Farewell Address   Former Texas Governor Rick Perry gave his farewell address to the Texas Legislature during a joint session on the 21st of January. He rose from humble beginnings to become the longest serving Governor of the great State of Texas. He described Texas as the state where "it's not where you come from that matters, it's where you are going."   We would like to thank Governor Rick Perry for his long service to our state. Under his governorship Texas became a leader in job creation and one of the most competitive in business in the US. Thank you Rick Perry for dedicating your efforts to serving Texans and putting them back to work. Meet Team Paul   Capitol Staff Mitzi C. Stoute-Chief of Staff In her fifth session, Mitzi brings institutional knowledge to our office that is unparalleled in the Texas political arena.  Having served as a records clerk for General Abbott in post conviction litigation, and Chief of Staff to the current Chairman of House Public Education, Mitzi's experience with state agencies and the Texas Legislature is highly valued.  Mitzi is a graduate of Sam Houston State University where she studied Criminal Justice and Political Science. Cristian Perez-Legislative Aide Cristian is from Dallas, Texas.  A 2014 graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Government, Cristian is called to advocacy and public service. While at UT, Cristian worked as an intern for the office of State Representative Greg Bonnen. After the 84th legislative session, Cristian plans on applying to law school to continue exploring his interest in public service.     Legislative Interns   Bristol Gunderson studies History and Russian Language & Literature at Wellesley College in Boston. Because of her interest in the political process, she took a leave of absence in order to work for Representative Paul during this legislative session. Bristol graduated in 2012 from Clear Lake High School where she played varsity golf. Her family has lived in Seabrook since 1996.   Rebecca Szeto was born and raised in Clear Lake where she graduated from Clear Brook High School in 2011. As a student at Clear Brook, Rebecca participated in the Peer Assistance Leadership Program (PALs), and volunteered around the district with various K-12 schools and organizations. Rebecca is currently a senior attending the University of Texas at Austin majoring in Government and Philosophy. This is her second legislative session.   Avery Arnett was born and raised in Lubbock and is a student at the University of Texas.  A native of Lubbock, Avery worked at Texas Tech's Rawls College of Business and is majoring in International Relations and Global Studies at UT.  Avery has international course work experience in management and a specialty in international security.      District Staff Debra Risinger-District Director Debra was Representative Paul's campaign manager in which he won a tough seven-way race to become the Republican Nominee this past November and then on to be elected as the Representative of House District 129.  Debra has been an active Republican Woman in our community for many years. She has held various board positions in both San Jacinto Republican Women (as President), and in the Clear Lake Area Republicans. She has played an active role in working on various fundraisers as Auction Chair and has been campaign manager on both local and judicial races. Debra has been appointed by Harris County Republican Party Chairman, Paul Simpson, to serve as Secretary for the Candidates Committee and was recently installed as a 2015 board member with the Clear Lake Area  Republicans.    Legislative Intern   Ashley Pickhardt is a High school junior at Clear Horizons Early College High School in CCISD. She attends San Jacinto Community College-South Campus. Throughout District 129 Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership Annual Banquet 2015 My wife Eliza and I attended the BAHEP, Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership Quasar Dinner, where we honored Dr. Merril from Texas A&M university for his work on the storm suppression system.  We where guest of Dr. Bill Stables President from University of Houston Clear Lake.  We met  with so many supporters and friends. It was a great event and wonderful evening.  Capitol Visitor Information   My staff and I welcome everyone to visit our office as well as the historic capitol building.  If you are planning a trip to the Capitol be sure to stop by our office, Room E2.814.  Here are some helpful tips for your visit: Texas Capitol Visit Center Texas State Preservation Board The Bullock Texas State History Museum State Representative Dennis Paul       Texas State Capitol P.O. Box 2910 Office: E2.814 Austin, TX 78768 512-463-0734 Office 512-463-0401 Fax District Office 17225 El Camino Real, Suite 415 Houston, TX  77058 (Coming Soon)   STAY CONNECTED

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