Posted @ Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Governor signs Rep. Villarreal's bill to protect homeowners appealing property tax appraisals.

Posted @ Tuesday, June 07, 2011

I ran into a librarian who told me she started a blog to track how many librarians were losing their jobs because of the budget cuts to public education.  Here is her letter to me and a link to the blog, which has an interactive map.  It is heartbreaking to see the geographic representation of the budget cuts and what this means for children across Texas who lose a valuable resource.

Posted @ Sunday, May 29, 2011

Watch Mike's Mic volume 14, the budget betrayal.

Posted @ Thursday, May 26, 2011

 State Representative Mike Villarreal     Texas House of Representatives   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                              May 26, 2011 Contact: Peter Clark                                               Phone:   512-463-0532 (o), 512-417-9262 (c) Email:     Peter.Clark@house.state.tx.us   State Budget Agreement Bad News for Students, Seniors and Women     Austin -  Today the Conference Committee on HB 1 approved a final state budget proposal containing deep cuts to programs for students, seniors, and women throughout Texas. The 2012-2013 budget is expected to f ...

Posted @ Monday, May 23, 2011

There has been some misunderstanding about this legislation so I am pleased to have this opportunity to provide you additional information and clarification.  I have also attached a copy of the amendment so you can read it yourself.

Posted @ Thursday, May 19, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2011 Contact: Gina Amatangelo (210) 386-0934   Today, State Representative Mike Villarreal endorsed District 1 Council candidate Diego Bernal.    “Diego Bernal is the right person to represent the people of District 1," said Villarreal "Diego has the compassionate heart of a musician and the sharp mind of a lawyer. His leadership style befits the vibrant and eclectic neighborhoods of District 1. He will be a champion for our families and neighborhoods." He cited Bernal's profession as an attorney and a musician, coupled with his lifelong commitment to equitable public policies as a strong fit for District 1, which includes downtown and many central city neighborhoods.    Villarreal added, "As a public interest attorney, Bernal has a track record of fighting for equal access to quality education. He will join the effort to make San Antonio's urban core a place where families want to move to rais ...

Posted @ Thursday, May 19, 2011

Austin - Today State Rep. Mike Villarreal shot down the "guns on campus" amendment, potentially delivering a fatal blow to the controversial legislation.

Posted @ Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Save Texas Schools Rally: With the legislative session nearing its final days, state legislators continue their unconscionable assault on public education.

Posted @ Wednesday, May 18, 2011

State representative Mike Villarreal, a San Antonio democrat, says the $1.2 billion extra dollars in revenue the comptroller announced Wednesday will do little to close the shortfall for the state's funding of schools. 

Posted @ Wednesday, May 18, 2011

While Republicans control the agenda in the House, Democrats are left without much power to intervene in the process. At one point, Rep. Mike Villarreal, D-San Antonio, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, told the chamber that 5,000 teachers have been laid off while the Legislature disagrees over the budget.

Posted @ Wednesday, May 18, 2011

“My role has become that of the village explainer. I'm broadcasting to all Texans what the options are and what the consequences are to the poor decisions that are being made,” Villarreal said in an interview earlier this week.

Posted @ Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Diego Bernal and Ralph Medina are in a runoff for City Council District 1. The election will be held on June 11.

Once again neighborhood leaders in my district are teaming up with the League of Women Voters to host a District 1 Council candidate forum. This is a great opportunity to learn about the candidates and connect with people in your community.The forum will be held on Tuesday May, 24 at 6:30 p.m. at Mark Twain Middle School, 2411 San Pedro.

Click here for a flyer.

Posted @ Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Rep. Villarreal questions Rep. Pitts on aspects of public education and higher education funding as a part of an update on the HB 1 conference committee process during a meeting of the House of Representatives, May 17, 2011. For more updates from the legislative session, visit legetv.org.

Posted @ Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Austin - Today Comptroller Susan Combs updated her estimate of revenue available during the next budget cycle, projecting an additional $1.2 billion for general purpose spending and an additional $300 million for the Rainy Day Fund.

Posted @ Monday, May 16, 2011

Austin - With the Texas Legislature facing an imminent deadline to finish the state budget, House and Senate budget negotiators are expected to announce that the Legislature is unable to agree on a plan for funding public and higher education.