Happy 250th Birthday America! #America250

I can’t remain silent on this. What a travesty to ridicule any American who is robbed or violated or wronged in any way. No matter his politics, our laws protect him the same as any American. This is a sad statement coming from the man most responsible with enforcing those laws.

In Mr. O’Rourke’s own backyard, thousands of patriots came out to show their support for @tedcruz last night. They know what we all know - Senator Cruz is the clear choice to keep America safe and free and to #KeepTexasStrong

This. Is. America.

I’m not afraid to say it: Ann Johnson is a dear friend. She’s the Vice Chair of our Judiciary Committee, which I am blessed to Chair. We disagree strongly on many issues — but despite those disagreements, she’s someone I have trusted and respected and worked well with. That said, I’m also not afraid to say this: If Ann chooses to flee the State and to shirk her responsibilities and duties to her constituents and to the people of Texas, she should immediately be stripped of her Vice Chairmanship.

Dear Christians - if your first response is to spew hatred and damn Biden’s Presidency to the ash heap, you’re doing it wrong. We are called to pray for our leaders at all levels. And though I didn’t vote for him, I will fervently pray for my new President, Joe Biden. Join me.

It is outrageous and unacceptable that, under current law, a sick fellow Texan can be kept from receiving a life-saving organ donation simply because he or she isn’t vaccinated. Today I laid out my House Bill 4076 to the Committee on Public Health — a bill intended to officially change the public policy of this state to prohibit discrimination based solely on vaccine status. #txlege

Just received word the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals has granted a stay of #MelissaLucio’s execution - remanding vital issues back to the trial court and securing justice for Melissa and for Mariah and the entire Lucio family. Praise God! #txlege

With @GregAbbott_TX celebrating a remarkable win for Baylor University. Congrats to Texas’ own @Baylor Bears. What a Championship ... What a night! #SicEm

“Mr. Paxton, in a move that speaks volumes, has dropped all pretense of innocence. He's admitted to what many in the Texas House have known in our hearts to be true: he flagrantly broke the law, violated the Whistleblower Act and betrayed the trust placed in him by retaliating against his own team, those who bravely reported his illegal actions.” #txlege

Headed into 2020 like:

I’m filing legislation this session requiring all @ERCOT_ISO officers and directors to be Texas residents. Completely ridiculous and unacceptable that current ERCOT Board Chair lives in Michigan! #txlege #winterstorm2021

When he turned on VP Mike Pence - his incredibly effective VP, fiercely loyal friend and most faithful supporter. That was THE moment for me. The turning point. The nail in the coffin. And all I need to know we Republicans need someone else running for President in 2024.

I am humbled and honored to receive the endorsement of my friend, Senator and conservative champion @tedcruz! #txlege

Texas Republicans - we indeed got a wake up call this week. And we have two choices: We can push snooze and go back to sleep. Or we can wake up, put our feet on the floor and work diligently to address the issues that matter most to Texans. I choose the latter. #RefusetoSnooze

Great to welcome to NATIONAL CHAMPION Baylor Bears to the Capitol today. A historic achievement for my beloved @Baylor and for the great State of Texas! @BaylorMBB #txlege

Wow ... Texas ranked the No. 1 state for women to start or open a business! One of the reasons the study cites is .... you guessed it ... “Texas is a state with no income tax.” Let’s keep it that way and make sure we never do. VoteFORProp4! nypost.com/2019/10/03/these-…

Love you, Dad. #txlege

A tale of two leaders… Our President was shot and almost killed — and immediately stood up and yelled, “Fight! Fight! Fight!” James Talarico, the leader of the Texas Democrats, fears losing one vote in Texas and his message is… “Run! Run! Run!” I know who I’m with. And I believe the vast majority of freedom-loving Texans are with him too. #txlege

Nice shirt. Does it come in men’s sizes?!

Statement from Chairman Joe Moody and Chairman Jeff Leach #txlege #RobertRoberson

The White House has ordered that all flags be flown at half-staff today, May 7th, through Thursday May 11th to honor the victims of the tragedy in Allen, TX. #txlege

Timeline cleanser ... This is the Twitter I’m here for!

TX HOUSE: Strongest Pro-life Bill in America ✅ Safeguarded Religious Liberty ✅ Constitutional Carry ✅ Election Integrity ✅ Invested in Healthcare & Education ✅ Conservative Budget ✅ Bold Criminal Justice Reforms ✅ Safeguarded the Alamo ✅ With more to come... #txlege

This same State Representative - who here is violating his very oath of office - will proudly pledge allegiance to the American flag every day when we commence #txlege session. This ridiculous bill is the very definition of hypocritical & seditious treason & it is already dead.

Praying as if everything depends on God, which it does. But working as if everything depends on us. #RobertRoberson #txlege

Our kids are in public schools. We deeply love those public schools. And we deeply love the public school teachers who serve there. And we’ve got their backs. #txlege

To be clear: There will be hell to pay for energy companies or providers who take advantage of or overbill Texans after this crisis. I don’t care if it is permissible or legal. Every company should think long and hard before you send those energy bills to Texans. #txlege

Ken - in the interest of transparency — I look forward to you appearing before the Texas House Judiciary Committee very soon to discuss the operations of the OAG. We have legislative jurisdiction over your agency. We’ve invited you to testify for years and yet you haven’t appeared a single time. So — why don’t you give me 3 dates that work for you? I’ll pick the best one and will convene my Committee for a public hearing. Again, in the interest of transparency. #txlege

Matt - I get the sentiment. But come with me sometime to visit some of these prisons and let’s talk together to the brave Texans who are staffing them — the guards, cooks, wardens and others laboring there — all of whom are under-paid, over-worked and subjected to dangerous and often deplorable working conditions, including the lack of proper air conditioning. Then report back.

In the rough & tumble of politics & policy making, it’s good to know we can still laugh & smile together. If me being the brunt of a joke is what it takes to remind people of that – then I’m okay with it. #txlege And I look forward to meeting Connie, Anita and Holden very soon.

Based on the feedback of countless parents and educators in my District, I strongly believe that the upcoming STAAR tests should be canceled. This morning I sent this letter to Governor Abbott expressing my concerns and asking asking him to do so. #coronavirus

If you believe that Texas should secede from the United States of American# - then yes. Unequivocally yes.

1) Every state can and should consider Congressional redistricting to more accurately reflect the electorate. 2) Instead of 5 new GOP seats in HB 4, we should take up and pass the map that gives us 9-10 seats. 3) In addition to Congressional Redistricting, Texas House & Senate Redistricting should be added to the call of the Second Special Session. Let’s get to work! #txlege

Agree 💯. Hateful bigots should have no place in the Republican Party. Nor should those who harbor them.

Tell your kids to come see me. I would be delighted to meet them. And, if they’re willing, to have them spend a day with me at their Texas Capitol. My cell is (469) 855-0417. I’ll do whatever I can to ensure you and your children know you’re welcome in the Lone Star State.

Charlie Kirk isn’t just a conservative activist — he is a civil rights icon. And he should be honored and recognized accordingly. To that end, the first bill I’ll file in the 90th #txlege session will be one to erect a statue of Charlie Kirk on the grounds of the Texas Capitol. Generations of future Texans should know who Charlie was, what Charlie stood for and how — with the courage of his convictions, genuine kindness and an unabashed patriotism and pride in America — Charlie changed the course of our Nation’s history. #txlege

The lack of transparency by our flagship institution is wrong. Such a monumental economic and educational decision impacting the entire state must not be made in a bubble on the forty acres. Working on legislation requiring legislative approval for UT to bolt the BIG XII. #txlege

As much as I love being home, we absolutely should be called back to the Texas Capitol in a special session to pass legislation protecting Texans from Biden’s reckless & unconstitutional vaccine mandates. This is a fight worth fighting - and Texas should lead the way. #txlege

If you’re a #txlege Republican who I locked arms with in 2017 to get a special session to ensure schoolchildren don’t see their classmates naked in a bathroom, I hope you’ll also join me now to work to ensure schoolchildren don’t see their classmates murdered in their classroom.

The story of Ahmaud Arbery should rattle our souls. A cold-blooded murder. A modern day lynching. Such racism & vile hatred must be condemned in the strongest sense. And the ignorant thugs who took his life must be brought to justice & given no quarter. #AhmaudAubrey

Praying for wisdom and discernment as we approach today’s heavy and historic vote. Asking the Lord to grant clarity for the right thing to do — and courage for myself and my House colleagues to do it. #txlege

The impeachment trial of Warren Kenneth Paxton, Jr. will begin today, September 5, in the Texas Senate, with members of the Senate serving as the jury in the trial in accordance with the Texas Constitution. I am a member of the Texas House Board of Managers, which means I am among those who will present the case for impeachment before the Senate. I take this responsibility very seriously. The presiding officer of the Senate and of the impeachment trial, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, has instructed those of us who are involved with the trial not to make public comments about the matter at hand. While I know that public interest in this trial is very high, I am unable to respond to impeachment-related questions from constituents or other Texans while the trial is on-going. I do want to highlight the resources that can help you follow the trial, which is scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m. each day. For example, the trial will be broadcast live in its entirety on the Senate website: senate.texas.gov/av-live.php…. A limited number of tickets will be available for those who want to watch the trial in person at the Texas Capitol. More information about how to get a ticket to the trial is available here: senate.texas.gov/_assets/coi…. Finally, if you would like to review the motions and evidence that have been filed with the Texas Senate leading up to the case, please visit the Senate Court of Impeachment’s website: senate.texas.gov/coi.php?fbc…. Again, this is a solemn responsibility that I take very seriously. Please keep all involved in the trial in your prayers and thank you for the opportunity to serve.

“America is great because she is good. If America ceases to be good, America will cease to be great.” - Alexis de Tocqueville

There is simply no one like Miss T - the Matriarch of the Texas House. #txlege

This is my House District and my hometown... and I’m ticked! I’m all for peaceful protest and will protect that right vigorously. But this is wrong - criminal, actually - and it must be swiftly addressed.

If this guy isn’t the strongest University President in America right now, I’d like to know who is. Proud of you, @JCHartzell. 🤘🏼

Either @BetoORourke has a palpable disdain for law enforcement or he’s throwing police officers under the bus to score political points. Either one is disgusting & should be condemned. I’m grateful that @tedcruz stands up proudly for our brave men and women who wear the badge!

Texas Lawmakers have work to do. Conversations to engage in. Deliberations & debates to have. Important decisions to make. And the best way to do our jobs openly, publicly & transparently is in a #txlege special session. Texans expect & deserve this & the time demands it.

Millions of Texans have no confidence in these radical and reckless faculty members and they are more than welcome and encouraged to leave and find another place to work. President @JCHartzell is exactly the right man at the right time to lead our state’s flagship university. 🤘🏼

These jackasses are domestic terrorists. A true threat to our Nation. They must be met with the full weight and force of the law. Arrest and prosecute them all.

I’m filing a Constitutional Amendment in Texas to address this. Bottom line: No Church, Synagogue, Mosque, Temple or House of Worship should ever be shut down by a Government official. Religious Freedom must be safeguarded at all costs and should NEVER be infringed upon.

Stunned that Mr. Harrison - of all people - didn’t bother to show up for his bill hearing after specifically requesting me to schedule it for him. I’ve been Chairman of this Committee for four sessions now. I’ve heard hundreds and hundreds of bills during that time. And I have never — not once — seen a member just not show up. And if you have a conflict, you let the Chairman know or you ask another legislator to lay it out for you. Which Mr. Harrison failed to have the courtesy or wisdom to do. #txlege

Today the Texas House defended individual freedom and liberty by passing SB 29. This bill will prevent state and local governments as well as public schools from imposing a mask or vaccination mandate. It also protects businesses and schools from being forced to shut down due to COVID-19. #txlege

Despite the media’s fawning love-affair with him, @BetoORourke is finally being exposed for who he really is. He seems like an incredibly nice guy. And he pulls some impressive crowds. But his big-government, socialist ideas will be soundly rejected by Texans on Election Day.

Justice matters. Mercy matters. She matters. We have three weeks to save the life of #MelissaLucio & we plan on doing everything we can between now and then to prevent this irreversible stain on the Lone Star State. I have great hope & invite you to join the fight. #txlege

Any legislator who signs on to support this reckless, seditious and treasonous bill will not pass a single bill this session. This isn’t a threat. It’s a promise. #txlege

I’ve reviewed the #MelissaLucio case in depth, have reviewed the documents & transcripts, spent hours on the phone, prayed & dug deep on my own beliefs & convictions. After all that, I am convinced: This is a fight worth fighting. And a woman worth saving. Let’s go. #txlege

As I walked the grounds of our beautiful Texas Capitol tonight in advance of a heavy and historic week, I’m mindful again of what a high honor and tremendous responsibility I have to serve here. Whether you like me, vote for me, support me or even know who I am - you expect and deserve for me to work hard on your behalf to preserve the public trust, to safeguard your rights and freedoms and to secure the blessings of liberty for you and your family. While future generations of Texans may not remember my name or know anything about me, if I’ve worked to plant trees they can rest under — if I’ve left Texas better than I found it — I’ll have done my job. And I’m confident I’m doing just that. God bless you this week, friends. And God bless Texas! #txlege

You are vile, sick and twisted.

I’ve been a friend and colleague to @Burrows4TX for a long time. I’ve been blessed to be his desk mate on the House floor for the past three sessions. I’ve had a front row seat to his servant leadership and have seen first-hand his commitment and tireless devotion to the conservative causes Texans care about. His love for the Texas House and the legislators who serve there is contagious. And all Texans - even his doubters - are about to see it for themselves. Congrats, Speaker Dustin Burrows! LFG! #txlege

My #txlege colleague @realmitchlittle was absolutely on fire today in our hearing on Trey’s Law — doing away with NDAs in sexual abuse and assault cases. Here is a brief clip of his comments… and I strongly encourage you to watch. 🔥 🔥 🔥

I actually love this. And if my haters want to get me this costume — I promise I’ll wear it on the House Floor. #txlege

Today, Saturday, the Texas House is scheduled to take up important conservative legislation protecting detransitioners and defining “man” and “woman” in statute, among others. Because of the self-centered antics of @brianeharrison to team with and empower Democrats — those important efforts may be stalled. To be clear, Brian has proven himself to be a total fraud, focused only on promoting himself and is truly a cancer on the conservative movement in the Texas House. #txlege

Based on what you’ve said the bill does, it seems like the most anti-American bill I’ve seen in my 4+ terms in the Texas House. It’s a disgrace to the Lone Star State. The very definition of seditious. A true embarrassment. And you should be ashamed of yourself for filing it.

Cheers to 20 years of being married to @beckyleachtx1. My best friend. The mother of my children. The love of my life. And the girl I took to my Senior Prom in the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile.

This is greatness.

Curious: How can one simultaneously be an “America-First” Candidate and at the same time support Texas seceding from the United States? Asking for a friend… #txlege

In response to concerns regarding the planned EPIC development in our backyard, today I was proud to pass my amendment to House Bill 23 to STOP master planned communities from trampling the constitutional rights of Texans. Grateful to be joined by so many of my colleagues in this fight as we lock arms to shine the spotlight on potential illegal activities with the EPIC development and similar developments just like it. #txlege

Today, we took an important step in reflecting the will of Texas voters. I voted to approve a new House rule ensuring committee leadership aligns with the majority party. This change is a win for conservative values and priorities, and it honors the trust Texans placed in Republicans to lead. #txlege

If you’re leading and no one is following, all you’re doing is taking a walk. #txlege

Committed to looking in to this with you, Governor. Let’s move quickly to right this horrible wrong. James deserves the full protection of Texas law.

While you were sleeping… the Texas House was working hard on your behalf. And the Texas House delivered. The House overwhelmingly passed my legislation providing the nation’s strongest protections against COVID vaccine mandates and also enacted historic, landmark border security efforts. Proud of the work we’ve accomplished so far this special session and look forward to working with the Senate and getting our work to the Governor’s desk very soon. #txlege

The momentum is building!! Proud to welcome @GregAbbott_TX & @tedcruz to Collin County for our #Victory2018 Labor Day Kickoff! You won’t want to miss this - get your tix today! @KenPaxtonTX @VanTaylorTX @AngelaPaxtonTX @Scott_SanfordTX @MattShaheen @candynoble #KeepTexasStrong

Joint Statement of the Collin County Republican Legislative Delegation on the Impeachment of Attorney General Paxton #txlege

Another reason we need my House Bill 200 passed and signed in to law. We need additional state oversight and accountability over rogue prosecutors - and my bill does just that. #txlege

Nope. Done with this. I will celebrate Easter how I want to celebrate Easter. And encourage others to do the same.

Takes a lot of courage and commitment to recognize you need help and to admit it to yourself — much less to announce it to the public and those you’re elected to serve. In that regard, well done Judge Hidalgo. Praying you get the help you need and deserve.

Goodnight, Trash Pandas. Goodnight, #TXLEGE.

If we’re lucky - if America is lucky - they will.

Every Democrat Committee Chair and Vice-Chair who refuses to show up for work, who fails to fulfill their solemn Constitutional Oath of Office & who neglects their responsibilities to the TX House should immediately be stripped of their leadership positions and replaced. #txlege

Not just me… including @brianeharrison @moodyforelpaso @DavidCookTexas @NateSchatzline @DrewDarbyTX @BowersForTexas #txlege

Proud to author & pass HB16 with strong bipartisan support - proving again that Texas will #standforlife! Thankful for the leadership & support of @RepDennisBonnen @DanPatrick @GregAbbott_TX @loiskolkhorst @DrGregBonnen @StephanieKlick @TomOliverson & Geanie Morrison. #txlege

Seriously?!?! THIS is your morning update?! I’ve read this 30 times and I can’t even make sense of it. Just terrible. Answer this: What do I say to the elderly couple in my District who haven’t had power in over 36 hours and are struggling to survive in their 30’ home?

My statement on the tragedy in Allen. #txlege

Promise it won’t happen. Nor should it. If you want to leave the United States, book a one-way flight. Otherwise, don’t waste your time. Or ours.

The Texas House just passed HB 748—Trey’s Law — on 2nd reading! No more NDAs to silence victims of child sexual abuse. No more protecting predators. Today, we stand with survivors. Today, we choose justice, truth, and courage. For Trey. For every child. #txlege

With the ongoing educational challenges associated with COVID-19, I believe strongly that the 2021 STAAR test should be cancelled. Today I requested that TEA Commissioner Mike Morath officially do so. Assessment and data are important. But the STAAR simply isn’t the answer.

Except the votes.

Curious, Brian: How much did you make when you were Chief of Staff at HHS in Washington? According to public records, the answer is $183,100.00. This is 152.6 percent higher than the average pay for federal agency employees and 164.0 percent higher than the national average for all government employees.

One of my favorite moments with one of my favorite #txlege colleagues. Our friends in Washington DC could learn a thing or two by watching the Texas House. For starters, it’s not that hard to smile and laugh and work and be friends with folks across the aisle...

Vote against the bill if you want. Fine. But to speak against it with the grieving families sitting 20 feet away …. A new low for you. And then to post video promoting yourself at their expense… The lowest of lows. I’m sad for your constituents and for those good and decent people you continue to dupe and deceive. But the good news is you’re exposing yourself for the selfish, egocentric and terrible human being you are, Brian. And I’m glad for that.

We’ll talk about this later, Landry Leach. #txlege

Lawmakers can’t just “do nothing”. Nor should we just “do something”. We must do the right thing. Lets have hard conversations, ask difficult questions & work aggressively - with open minds & willing hearts - to solve this crisis. We can do it. And we must. #txlege

There are literally millions of girls in Texas who — thanks to the #txlege — don’t have their phones in their schools and are all gonna find out at the same time today that @taylorswift13 and @tkelce are engaged…

“I’ve been doing this long enough to know and to see when the system has failed somebody,” Leach said on Texas Capital Tonight. “The Legislature has a role to step in and to make sure that our justice system is not just preserved, but is strengthened.” Texas House Subpoenas Death Row Inmate to Delay Execution breitbart.com/border/2024/10… via @BreitbartNews

Fellow Republicans - we cannot defend what happened in #Helsinki today. We just can’t. And we shouldn’t try. If you have conviction, a voice and a platform, I encourage you to speak out. The truth will set us free.

No. Abortion ain’t “regular ol’ healthcare”. Never has been. And I pray never will be.

Tweeps - those who love me, those who hate me, and those who have no idea why you follow me, I ask a favor: Please summon whatever ounce of faith you possibly can and join me in praying for my dear friend, Dan Avitua, fighting for his very life at this very moment. #DanTheMan

As Chairman of the Texas House Committee on Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence, which has jurisdiction over all Texas Courts & Court procedures, I can say with no reservation that I’m extremely proud of Judge Kemp. The epitome of what Texans expect & deserve in our Judges.

What a great (and funny) gift from my awesome House Judiciary Committee Colleagues. A real blessing to serve with these fine folks. @moodyforelpaso @RepSchofield @juliejohnsonTX @cvasut @VoteLuluFlores @ShelbySlawson Rep Murr & Rep Davis #txlege