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Posted @ Thursday, February 18, 2010 By MikeVillarreal
The state is estimating a shortfall in revenue of about $15 billion dollars, or close to 20% of our total state-funded budget. In response to this crisis our Governor, Lt. Governor and Speaker of the House directed all state agencies to propose 5% cuts in...
Posted @ Friday, February 12, 2010 By MikeVillarreal
On February 28, 2010, the state of Texas will close the current enrollment period for the "Texas Tuition Promise Fund," which allows Texans to lock in tomorrow's college tuition costs today....
Posted @ Wednesday, January 27, 2010 By MikeVillarreal
I want to inform you of an exciting new scholarship program that is available to high school seniors entering a Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program at a public or private civilian college in the State of Texas in the Fall of 2010. Applica...
Posted @ Wednesday, January 13, 2010 By MikeVillarreal
The State Senate received its marching orders today. As we discussed when the Speaker released House interim charges, they will guide the Senate's efforts to study policy issues through this year and prepare for the 2011 legislative session. Which o...
Posted @ Friday, December 18, 2009 By MikeVillarreal
Before everyone disappears for the holidays, I want to remind advocates and citizens concerned about state policy to be ready to hit the ground running early next year. In January and February, House Committees will start holding hearings on interim...
Posted @ Sunday, November 01, 2009 By MikeVillarreal
Here are two reasons to vote: Support #3 which will allow for state oversight and uniformity in our appraisal system. Support #4 which will rededicate an existing $500 million+ fund for growing more national research universities in Texas.
Posted @ Sunday, October 18, 2009 By MikeVillarreal
As early voting for new state constitutional amendments starts this week, I'd like to tell you about three propositions that are particularly important to our community.