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HAPPY 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND! There are many things we should be thankful for as we approach the 4th of July holiday. My family and I thank the many veterans who have served and continue to serve our great state and nation. It is an honor and my privilege to serve as your House District 129 State Representative. Please continue to contact my office with your thoughts, suggestions, and concerns. We will keep constituents informed of issues and potential legislation as we prepare for the 85th legislative session. |
| Area Independence Day Events
American Legion Post 490
US Family Health Plan Freedom Over Texas Event July 4th 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. Eleanor Tinsley Park on Buffalo Bayou (along Allen Parkway)
Nassau Bay 4th of July Parade 6pm Parade Start State Representative Dennis Paul-2016 Grand Marshall Seabrook's Kids 4th of July Parade 10am-12pm
Webster 4th Celebration An evening of family fun featuring A Salute to Veterans, bingo, entertainers, inflatables, concessions, games, plus free watermelon and snow cones.
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Governor Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Patrick And Speaker Straus Direct State Agencies To Reduce State Spending In Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Budget Requests
Governor Greg Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker Joe Straus sent a letter to all state agencies directing them to reduce their budget requests by four percent for the 2018-2019 biennial budget. To read more click here. |
| Transportation Update House District 129 HOUSTON - In an effort to make Texas roads safer, TxDOT is launching the "Be Safe. Drive Smart." campaign to reduce crashes and save lives. The campaign utilizes the Texas Road Watchers interactive game truck, which challenges drivers to exercise better judgment and responsibility behind the wheel. Last year, there were 518,685 vehicle crashes on Texas roads which led to 3,534 fatalities and 17,013 serious injuries. These crashes represent a 9-percent increase over 2014. For media inquiries, contact TxDOT Public Information Officer Deidrea George at (713) 802-5072. _____________________________________________________________________________
HOUSTON - The partnership that successfully delivered the Grand Parkway segments F1, F2 and G (from US 290 to I-69/ US 59) has been recognized by the National Council for Public-Private Partnerships (NCPPP) for its innovative approach at achieving faster delivery, lower costs and better design. The award was presented to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Zachary-Odebrecht Parkway Builders and CH2M at the NCPPP P3 Connect event held last night in Chicago, Illinois. "NCPPP recognizes those organizations and individuals that advance the concept and implementation of public-private partnerships across the country," said NCPPP President Sandra Sullivan. "We are proud to recognize innovators and leaders whose work serves as exemplary partnership models." The Grand Parkway is a proposed 184-mile highway around the greater Houston area spread across seven counties. The parkway which is divided into 11 segments will ultimately serve as an outer loop around the Houston metropolitan area meant to improve connectivity within the existing highway network, reduce transportation congestion and enhance mobility and travel options, and accommodate demographic and economic growth. It also provides additional hurricane and emergency evacuation routes for the greater Houston area. Segment's F1, F2 and G of the Grand Parkway consist of 38.4 contiguous miles of roadway connecting communities from US 290 to US 59/ I-69 Eastex in Harris and Montgomery Counties. It was built through a partnership among TxDOT, Zachary-Odebrecht Parkway Builders and CH2M. The three segments were delivered as a single design-build project which began construction in July 2013 and was opened to traffic in March 2016. The design-build contract unified the flow of work from conception to completion for faster delivery, lower costs and better design. The public-private partnership also streamlined coordination with federal, state and local stakeholders. "We are thankful to the NCPPP for recognizing the solid partnerships that we have built," said Varuna Signh, TxDOT Houston District Special Projects Director. "It is this hard work and dedication that has made the newest segments of the Grand Parkway a reality." |
The Gulf Coast Community Protection and Recovery District Update The Gulf Coast Community Protection and Recovery District (GCCPRD) was created after Hurricane Ike and is a local government corporation between Brazoria, Chambers, Galveston, Harris, Jefferson, and Orange Counties. The GCCPRD is responsible for developing plans to address the impacts of future storms on the upper Texas coast. Just recently the GCCPRD wrapped up Phase 3 of a three phase study which has been ongoing for the past two and half years. More Information Houston Chronicle |
 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:
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