Texas House Votes for Year-Round Daylight Saving Time, But There’s a Catch
I know I’m not the only one who is tired of the silly exercise of “springing forward” and “falling backward.”
Texas House of Representatives
State Reps. Stan Lambert and Drew Darby Announce Re-Election Bids
Drew Darby is one of the longest serving members of the Texas House. His district includes San Angelo, and Tom Green County. Stan Lambert has been a member of the Abilene community for over 30 years, before being elected to the Texas House in 2016.
Texas House Approves Bill That Would Punish Cities Who Defund Police
Legislation that would punish cities who defund the police has been approved by the Texas House of Representatives.
Texas House Committee Assignments Announced
Speaker Dade Phelan named House members to over 30 different committees for the 87th Legislature, including Higher Education, Calendars, and Redistricting
Rep. Dade Phelan Elected Texas Speaker of the House
Only six members of the Texas House didn't support Phelan for the Speaker's post. The 87th Legislature continues in Austin through late May.
Drew Springer Wins Runoff for Senate District 30
State Rep. Springer defeated Shelley Luther in a runoff for the Special Election for Senate District 30.
Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen Visits Lubbock for Fundraiser
The fundraiser spearheaded by Speaker Bonnen was for Lubbock State Representatives Dustin Burrows and John Frullo. Both Burrows and Frullo are running for re-election in 2020.
State Rep. Drew Springer Running for Re-Election
Rep. Drew Springer will run for re-election in 2020. His House District 68 includes parts of Texoma, the Big Country, South Plains and eastern Panhandle