District 129 Session Newsletter

A look at what's happening around the Texas Capitol and District 129.

This week, we started our committee hearings. It was great to hear from various state agencies about their operations. My staff and I had many vital meetings to hear from constituents and organizations. Our first hearing for the House Committee on Higher Education is Monday, March 6th, at 10:00 AM. We will hear from the organizations which the committee has jurisdiction over. Please click HERE to see the notice and to watch online. Our hearing for the House Committee on Insurance is Tuesday, March 7th, at 8:00 AM. We will hear from testimony on various bills. Please click HERE to see the bills and to watch online. As the bill filing deadline approaches next week I have currently filed 19 bills. Please tune in to next weeks newsletter for an overview of what I am working on this session. If you need any further information about the session, please keep reading and do not hesitate to reach out to my staff if you have any questions. It is an honor to serve you in the Texas House of Representatives. Updates Texas Independence Day 187 years ago today, Texas declared its independence. Today we celebrate Texas history and culture. I am proud to be able to represent the great state of Texas. Insurance Committee Also, the House Committee on Insurance met this week for an organizational meeting. We heard from the following agencies: Texas Department of Insurance, Office of Public Insurance Counsel, and Texas Windstorm Insurance Association. Galveston County Day We welcomed Galveston County to the State Capitol on Wednesday. It was great to visit with this lovely group., and hear about their legislative priorities. How to Track Legislation Ever wonder how the laws that impact your everyday life originate? While this graphic provides you with a simplified overview, You can walk through the entire legislative process by reading this blog post from the Texas House Republican Caucus on how a bill becomes a law in Texas. From a bill being introduced to it becoming law or vetoed, there are many steps ahead for the many bills that have been filed.   Keep In Touch  It is important for me as your State Representative to hear from you on the issues that matter. I hope you find this contact information useful. Capitol Office (512) 463-0734 1100 Congress Avenue Suite GN.10 Austin, TX 78701 Post Office Box 2910 Austin, TX 78768 District Office (281) 488-8900 17225 El Camino Real Suite 415 Houston, TX 77058

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