District 129 Newsletter

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

H.B. 302 Awaits Governor's Signature Yesterday the Texas Senate overwhelmingly passed my House Bill 302, which clarifies a person's right under state law to transport their firearm to and from their residence. This is my first bill of the session to pass both legislative chambers, which means it's on its way to Governor Greg Abbott's desk for signature. I'd like to thank Senator Bryan Hughes for sponsoring this bill in the Senate and for his hard work in seeing it across the finish line. Texas Taxpayer Transparency Act The Texas House of Representatives passed the Texas Taxpayer Transparency Act, which provides much needed transparency in the property tax system. Property owners deserve every opportunity to weigh in on how their taxes are being raised and spent. You'll know who wants to raise rates, by how much, and where you can go to protest. I am proud to have voted for these reforms. Good Samaritan Bill Passes House Today the Texas House of Representatives unanimously passed my House Bill 3365, which will expand Good Samaritan protections for volunteers during disaster response. This legislation was initiated by Houston-area volunteers in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. I'd especially like to thank Matthew Marchetti of Crowdsource Rescue for working with my office to pass this bill in the House. Crowdsource Rescue is a volunteer organization that rescued thousands of people during Hurricane Harvey. The bill now moves to the Texas Senate for further consideration. Bill for Retired Law Enforcement Officers Passes House The Texas House of Representatives passed my House Bill 1552, which will reduce government red tape for retired law enforcement officers by bringing state law into alignment with federal law for the weapons proficiency requirements and the carrying of handguns be retired peace officers. Bay Area Residents in Austin It was my great honor to welcome the Tri County Republican Women to their Texas Capitol! Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Day I was glad to join my colleagues in welcoming visitors to the Capitol for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Day earlier this week. Thank you especially to Representative Angie Chen Button for putting on a wonderful day of events to mark the occasion. A Look Ahead A preview of next week's legislative events at the Capitol. A calendar is a list of bills that will be considered by the House of Representatives. As we approach the end of session, a series of deadlines under the Rules of the House of Representatives begin to come into play. In order for a bill to pass, it must first clear a series of procedural hurdles by certain dates. Monday The House of Representatives will convene to consider a calendar. This is the deadline for House committees to recommend House Bills to the full House for consideration. Senate Bills will have additional time. Tuesday The House Committee on Insurance, of which I am a member, will hold a public hearing. The House of Representatives will convene to consider a calendar. The Senate Committee on Business & Commerce will meet to consider my House Bill 305, which will provide greater transparency for local taxing authorities. The committee will also consider my HB 2320, relating to services provided during and following a disaster such as Hurricane Harvey. Wednesday The House Committee on Homeland Security & Public Safety, on which I serve as Vice Chairman, will hold a public hearing. The House of Representatives will convene to consider a calendar. Thursday The House of Representatives will convene to consider a calendar. This is the deadline for the full House of Representatives to consider House Bills. Any House Bill that is not passed by midnight will fail to advance. Similar to the committee deadline, Senate Bills will have additional time. Friday The House of Representatives will convene to consider a calendar. How to Keep Track of Legislation  To keep track of my legislation, and the legislation of other members, you can visit the Texas Legislature Online by clicking this link: www.capitol.texas.gov. 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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