Monday, April 3, 2017

E-Newletter from State Representative Dennis Paul


UCHL HOLDS GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY
University of Houston Clear Lake has ceremony for the new
Recreation and Wellness Center and STEM and Classroom Building

Rep. Paul speaking at ceremony.
Last Friday, Representative was invited to speak at the groundbreaking ceremony for UCHL's two new buildings. These are greatly needed facilities for a school which is now a four-year institution. A great thank you for President Bill Staples for all the work he has done for the school. This is great progress for the UCHL family.

RECOGNITION AT THE CAPITOL
  
     Last week Rep. Paul had the great pleasure of honoring the life of decorated veteran Richard  "Mack" Machowicz of Pearland!  To read more about Mack click here

     The Texas House recognized Retired Teachers on Wednesday during their advocacy day at the Capitol.  Rep. Paul was happy to meet with the TRTA members from House District 129 to discuss the very important funding issues facing retired teachers across Texas.  To learn more about the 

current Texas budget and other legislative initiatives please visit The Texas Legislature Online.

     To hear more about events and legislation throughout the 85th legislative session and beyond, please share with your friends and family the opportunity to receive Representative Paul's electronic newsletter.  To join, please email District129.Paul@house.texas.gov

 


HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 87 - Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base

Representative Paul lays out HCR 87 in the House State & Federal Power & Responsibility Select committee.  HCR87 Urges Congress to direct the Department of Defense to relocate the United States Africa Command to Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston.  To view the full resolution click here. 
REP. PAUL SPEAKS TO GREATER HOUSTON PACHYDERMS
Representative Paul was invited to the Pachyderms' luncheon to ignite political discussion

Rep. Paul pictured speaking to Greater Houston Pachyderms.
Hot topics at the luncheon included hail storm insurance and the Houston pension plan. Other speakers that attended were Supreme Court Justice Jeff Brown and staff from Senator Joan Huffman's office. The topic of the budget was also closely spoke upon since it relates to most issues for citizens across Texas.
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:


For Austin scheduling inquiries during legislative session, contact: kathy.haigler@house.texas.gov

Office of State Representative Dennis Paul, 1400 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701
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