Amy Coney Barrett has been confirmed to the Supreme Court! Our country will be well-served by such an exceptional Justice whose work is reflective of her deep respect for the U.S. Constitution, the principles for which our great nation was founded & the rights of every American!
It's Saturday, and that means we're at your Capitol, wrapping up the 1st day of the 2nd Special Session. The majority of Dems have chosen to walk off the job and aren't here, leaving us without a quorum. We need them back for Texas.
#txlege
Remarkable day touring a 1st-class
#Bitcoin
mining operation! Texas leads in creating prosperity and economic vitality when innovation converges with our strong financial & tech sectors. Thanks for seeing what Texas is doing
@Kr00ney
@CNBC
!
#HB4474
#txlege
#cryptocurrency
Tragedies like today’s in Allen TX are becoming too prevalent. We should lift up those directly impacted, and pray for our fellow man and our culture. We are at a crossroads. Good vs. evil. With God's help, I believe we can find a path forward.
The Texas Legislature must oppose creating a central bank digital currency (CBDC) due to privacy, cybersecurity, and financial stability concerns. CBDCs could lead to government surveillance and control, and pose security risks. SCR 25 aims to protect Texans' privacy, financial
As Beth & I celebrate our 29th wedding anniversary, I am still amazed how blessed our life is together! She is my hero & the rock of our family. Hard to believe how fast the years have flown, & I can’t wait to keep making a lifetime of memories together!!!
President Ronald Reagan left us on this day 19 years ago. A patriot and statesman guided by deep faith and unwavering love of family and country, his legacy and wisdom continue to echo across the world. I'm grateful for the opportunities to visit with him and learn so much.
#RWR
Texas can’t thrive on a wind and solar-only energy future. When we need it most, wind and solar can't deliver enough to make a significant difference. Oil and gas will continue to be the main energy source for our state and nation for the foreseeable future.
Texas Independence was forged in fire against a hostile power. Ukraine faces the same fight. That's why today - one year after Putin's invasion of Ukraine, I filed SB 1189 alongside a companion bill filled by
@RafaelAnchia
to stand against Russian aggression.
It’s a wrap!!
#EarlyVoting
has ended and we move forward to Election Day this Tuesday, Nov. 3!! Together, let’s keep Texas strong for generations to come!!!
#HD63
24 years ago today I married my best friend and college sweetheart!! Beth, I love you with all my heart and I know that the best is yet to come for us and our family. Happy Anniversary!!
#SB15
- protecting collegiate women athletes from having to compete against biological males - cleared a major hurdle being voted out of the Senate State Affairs committee. I was proud to vote yes, standing with courageous athletes like Riley Gaines to
#SaveWomensSports
in Texas!
The Texas Legislature is still in session, but I was glad to have a brief moment to celebrate another birthday last night with friends and family! And, it’s back to work!
Amending Texas law to support blockchain innovation will send a strong message to businesses and institutions that Texas is a leader in economic freedom, empowers citizens, protects privacy, and doesn’t overburden companies with regulation.
#txlege
I’m running to represent my home county in the Texas Legislature. I know that I’m not alone. I’ll be honored to have you join me on this journey to keep Texas Strong. Thank you and may God continue to Bless you and the Great State of Texas.
When my wife and I met Jenna in 2008, we promised we wouldn't rest until Texas law had changed, ensuring children were protected from sexual abuse. We passed the law in 2009. Grateful that
@JohnCornyn
is moving this bill in the US Senate so kids across America will be protected.
Proud Joint Author the LARGEST property tax cut in Texas history. Big thanks to
@TeamBettencourt
and all of the members whose work made this possible. This is a WIN for the great people of Texas. Real results, real progress.
#txlege
In 2009, I passed
@Jennas_Law
- the first of its kind in the nation to help stop the worst form of child abuse. Now,
@JohnCornyn
is fighting to make it a federal law. We must act now and protect children in every state!
Blockchain is a booming industry that Texas needs to be involved in.
I just signed a law for Texas to create a master plan for expanding the blockchain industry in Texas.
#Blockchain
#Bitcoin
#cryptocurrency
All based on lies. The
@MLB
had NO problem playing in Cuba, a place from which many of their players have ACTUALLY FLED, where the brutal Castro regime still imprisons & murders citizens, depriving them of basic human rights, like freedom of expression & free elections.
On
#TxLege
opening day, I continued my commitment to public safety, filing my first Senate Bill - SB 378, which allows the Attorney General to bring suit against district attorneys who willfully disregard Texas law, placing the public at risk.
I will fight any efforts to defund police departments in our state! Such recklessness only puts more lives at risk and undermines the safety of all Texans including the brave men and women of law enforcement. Here’s my pledge and unwavering commitment!
#TexasBacksTheBlue
Last night my best friend and I celebrated our 27th wedding anniversary! Beth Parker brings out the best in life and is an everlasting light in this world. Thanking the Lord for this beautiful journey together!!!
What an incredible opening day here at your Texas Capitol as the 88th Texas Legislature starts our session! So glad to be joined by my wonderful family, friends, neighbors, and supporters as we continue our work for all Texans!
#txlege
With an historic vote in the House, election integrity has passed & will become law in Texas. This legislation protects the right of every citizen to cast a secure ballot, upholds our democracy, and makes it easy to vote, and hard to cheat. Proud to get this done tonight!
#txlege
It was a tremendous honor to set 2 records in the Texas Senate today: the first for the quickest passage on my first senate bill - SB 621, and the second on SB 5, providing the most significant tax relief for entrepreneurs and businesses in Texas history!
Honored Senator
@JohnCornyn
is taking my previously passed Jenna’s Law to the federal level. Jenna is an inspirational example of a brave survivor overcoming trauma to boldly stop child sexual abuse!
#txlege
What a spectacular sight in the Town of Bartonville on a peaceful Christmas Eve. May the blessings of the season shine brightly. Merry Christmas everyone!
Great having Texan actor, Dennis Quaid at your Capitol today, hosting
@GridDownPowerUp
! In 2015, my bill focused on identifying vulnerabilities in the Texas grid, passing the House in 2017.
#txlege
Today for the GOP’s Day of Action at our Capitol, I spoke on our duty to work together as a community to protect the well-being of our children, and STOP gender modification on our youth. Proud to be an author on SB 14, and I will always keep fighting for Texas kids!
#txlege
“I know in my heart that man is good, that what is right will always eventually triumph, and there is purpose and worth to each and every life.” Great lessons from an extraordinary American who was born on this day in 1911.
26 years ago today, I was incredibly blessed to marry my best friend. Beth Parker, you make my life better than I deserve and bring great happiness, love and laughter into every day! Happy Anniversary!!
Texans deserve to expect that their legislators will show up to do their work, not run from the challenge. But our
@TexasHDC
colleagues have chosen to flee the state, rather than facing the serious responsibilities for which they were elected. Let's get back to work.
#txlege
He’s not only our wonderful Texas Attorney General, but also our neighbor from Collin County. Thank you,
@KenPaxtonTX
, for participating in Denton County Days this week!!
I appreciated spending time with
@GovAbbott
this week so we could discuss our work in the Texas Senate, passing critical legislation for Texas, including several priorities I am carrying that reflect the voices of Senate District 12. Texas continues to lead!
#txlege
Your cars, your bank accounts, your currency, your gas appliances, your public safety, your First Amendment rights, your Second Amendment rights - there is nothing the woke left will not touch as they work against America's freedom. TX>CA
#txlege
Christ died for the forgiveness of our sins, and on this Good Friday, may we rejoice knowing His glory. Grateful to share this artwork by a young SD12 resident, depicting in darkness, God's light will come.
Texas and Florida continue to lead the way in opposing the creation of a central bank digital currency. This week your Texas Senate will take up SCR 25, opposing the creation of central bank digital currency. We must send a strong message to the federal government that CBDCs will
There is no better person to have by my side than you, Beth Parker! Love doing life together and feel incredibly blessed to celebrate 28 fabulous years today!!! Happy Anniversary!!!
After years of work, SMU is joining a Power Five conference. Congratulations to
@SMU
- this is an exciting day for all! The future of the ACC conference as an elite leader of the athletic and academic world is even stronger today!
#PonyUpDallas
🐎
Thank you SD12 for electing me as your Republican nominee! I cherish the trust placed in me to work for you and protect the Texas we love today so that the next generation knows the limitless possibilities that ignite a brighter future! Together, let's Keep Texas Strong!
Great having Governor
@RonDeSantisFL
here in the Lone Star State for last night's Lincoln Reagan Day with
@DallasGOP
, joining so many Texans as we celebrate the incredible blessings of freedom and liberty in America!! 🇺🇸
It’s move in day at the Capitol! Your new office is 1.W.11. Looking forward to getting set up for the people’s business in the rapidly approaching 87th!!
#txlege
Because a brave survivor named Jenna Quinn spoke up about the horrific reality of child sexual abuse, other children have a voice & chance to be heard before the damage is done. I passed
@Jennas_Law
in TX &
@JohnCornyn
is taking the fight to Washington DC.
@CACDC_org
#beEssential
With the honor of being elected as your state representative, I began this journey full of so many wonderful ideas and passions from the people who trusted me to serve them.
Happy Father’s Day! Here’s to all the dads and father-figures who work hard every day to make certain that the tomorrow our children inherit from us is the brightest one possible. Blessed to share life’s greatest moments with my family!
.
@Johnson4Dallas
leads with a servant's heart, putting people first & working to build a stronger, more prosperous Dallas. He understands big government, lawlessness & reckless spending puts cities on the wrong track. Glad to see him take this bold step for Dallas' bright future!
Unanimous support today for my HB2926 that opens the door to second chances for parental reunification! It’s time Texas puts this meaningful foster care reform in place that lifts up parents who have worked tirelessly for a new beginning with their children. Thank you
#txlege
!!
Honored to welcome legendary Coach
@TonyDungy
to the TX Senate - an authentic lighthouse in this world whose words resonate so deeply, "It's about the journey-mine and yours-and the lives we can touch, the legacy we can leave, and the world we can change for the better.”
#txlege
We did it! With SB464 (HB2943) headed to
@GregAbbott_TX
, the Lone Star State celebrates and inspires Texans with disabilities to soar as business owners. Thank you, Blake Pyron, for leading the way to designate October 17 in Texas! 🍧
#txlege
#EntrepreneursWithDisabilitiesDay
Some of Texas' strongest fighters joined me in the Senate to support
#SB2143
, my bill to help reduce the waiver waitlists impacting medically fragile children. Every life is precious, & Texas must take action to protect our most vulnerable. Thank you for being brave champions at
Always great energy when
@LewisvilleISD
is at your Texas Capitol! Thank you, Dr. Lori Rapp and teachers, for being strong voices for education.
#txlege
Thank you
#TxLege
members for unanimously passing my resolution last night calling on the U.S. Congress to ratify the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
@realDonaldTrump
The Texas House is hearing legislation on election integrity today. Upholding election integrity is one of the key priorities that Texans have demanded we get done. We must preserve our democracy by making it easy to vote and hard to cheat.
#ElectionIntegrity
#txlege
I filed HB4359 the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act. It stops hostile nations like China, Iran, North Korea & Russia from owning, holding or even making investments in critical TX infrastructure like our grid & water systems. Thankful to work w/
@DonnaCampbellTX
!
#txlege
Today,
@GovAbbott
ceremonially signed the
#SaveWomensSports
bill, upholding the integrity of collegiate women's athletics. In Texas, we won't allow woke ideology to erase women athletes or their dreams by forcing unfair competition from biological males.
#SB15
#txlege
Texas moms continue to bring tremendous inspiration to the Texas Capitol, and I am honored to share about some of the work taking place for a brighter tomorrow! Happy
#MothersDay
!!
#txlege
Our great Nation was built by the grit and determination of America’s workers. Today, we celebrate hardworking Americans, always striving to keep the dream alive. Have a safe and restful
#LaborDay2023
!
This morning I joined
@SenBryanHughes
and
@CreightonForTX
at the Young Republicans National Convention. BIG things happening in Texas, folks! We're setting the gold standard for America, cutting property taxes BIG TIME, and stepping up to ensure our border is secure despite the
Happy Valentines Day to my wife, Beth!! For nearly 30 years of our journey together, this amazing lady has truly taught me and our family that the best place to be in life is together!
Today, I have the honor of sharing why SB2140, the
#BeckleyWilsonAct
, is critical to helping so many students in Texas with dyslexia. I am grateful to author this legislation, deeply inspired by courageous young Texans, who traveled to your Capitol to speak up. Together, we can
I am excited to be back at your Texas Capitol to join
@GovAbbott
as he signs two of my bills into law - The 1836 Project and the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act!
#txlege
A wet and rainy day for block walking in Grapevine, and we still talked with lots of neighbors here in SD12 who are ready to Stand With Texas! Join us and get your yard sign today!
#NationalEntrepreneurDay
honors those who take risks, innovate and drive economic prosperity. One of Texas’ most loved entrepreneurs is Blake Pyron of Denton County who not only followed his dream of building Blake’s Snow Shack but is also a global ambassador for possibilities!
It is with heavy hearts we learn of the passing of Dan Flynn, who faithfully served Texas for nearly 20 years. A dedicated husband, father, and man of great faith, Dan was a dependable friend and noble statesman. May God rest his soul and comfort the many lives Dan touched.