Saved by God’s grace, blessed with a wonderful wife and three kids, and State Representative for Texas House District 25.
Angleton, TX
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Members of both parties know that @DavidCookTexas is the right servant leader for the Texas House.
As the Republican nominee for speaker, he is committed to majority party leadership and bringing our legislative priorities to the floor.
But also as one of the few members to boast 150 co-authors on his bills, he has a proven committed to protecting the right of the minority party to be meaningfully heard, respected, and able to effectively represent their districts.
Everyone in the House likes David. That’s why he was selected as our preferred nominee for speaker for the caucus.
People devote an inordinate amount of time analyzing this thing. Most of the talking heads, lobbyists, and some members are off base and have no clue what they’re talking about. Oh look at that vote. Or oh look at who is supporting who.
Good lord people. This ain’t rocket science.
David is a good man of character who everyone in the House likes and who treats everyone in the House with respect. For those reasons above all others he will be and needs to be the next speaker of the house.
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I’m honored to have the endorsement for Speaker from @RepRaymondTx, who has served nearly 30 years in the Texas House. I look forward to working together to build a stronger, more united Texas House. @RepRaymondTX is the longest-serving Hispanic State Representative in Texas and the United States!
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Today, the House Select Committee on Congressional Redistricting passed HB 4, the #BigBeautifulMap, providing an opportunity for five more Republican congressional seats in Texas. Onward to Calendars.
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Ironic to see reports Democrats are abandoning their job in Texas over “redistricting” by traveling to Illinois. The Democrat drawn congressional map in Illinois over-performs in favor of Democrats by about 30 points (82.23% of seats vs. 52.78% of the vote in 2024) compared to only a 7 point Republican advantage in Texas under the current map and 20 points under HB 4.
Heaven forbid we come closer to leveling the playing field…
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88 were in the room when two candidates were nominated and voting was underway. If they wanted to switch their candidate to a different candidate because they weren’t getting enough votes, the only time that could be done was during the second round after all four ballots of the first round were done. You cannot swap a nominee in the middle of a round.
Instead of finishing all four ballots and going to the second round with a new candidate, they left after the second ballot of the first round. We waited 15 minutes for them to talk with us or come back. They refused. We then waited another hour. They still refused to negotiate or come back. We then waited about another hour and let them all know we were resuming voting at 3:45 so they could come back and vote. They still refused to negotiate or come back. Had they stayed, we probably would have been able to complete the second round by then. They admitted there never was a desire on their end to negotiate or follow the caucus process: the plan always was to just leave to try and break the caucus process.
So we had no choice but to return to voting. David won. And in accordance with the by-laws and the platform, he now has 57 Rs backing him. Far more than the 53 needed to win the caucus in the first place. He is definitionally the consensus candidate.
It’s over. David is the Republican nominee. Dustin should recognize his mistake, withdraw, back David, and we should get to governing. We’ve got a lot of work to do.
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Thank you @DavidCookTexas for stepping up to run for speaker. I am proud of you brother.
Congratulations Speaker @Burrows4TX on your election. #txlege
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Agreed, Governor. @DavidCookTexas is the Republican nominee for speaker supported by a super majority of the caucus according to the by-laws. It is time for all Republicans to support him so we can get to governing. We have a lot of work to do. #txlege
Let me be clear:
I worked this entire year to elect conservative candidates who will pass conservative laws, including school choice.
To achieve that goal we need a Texas House Speaker chosen by a majority of Republicans in accordance with the Republican Caucus Rules.
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No. By requiring counties to pay fuel tax, the state is essentially requiring a county to levy a property tax at least in part to pay a fuel tax. So the taxpayer is essentially paying not only for their personal fuel tax, but also their county’s fuel tax through their property tax bill. That is double taxation on county residents.
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Outrageous: The Texas House just passed a bill to EXEMPT GOVERNMENT ENTITIES FROM GAS TAXES... but does not give individual Texans any tax break at all.
We should be putting TAXPAYERS first... not the GOVERNMENT.
I voted NO.
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Today, I was appointed Chair of the House Select Committee on Congressional Redistricting.
The Committee will hold three initial public hearings on July 24 at 2PM in Austin, July 26 at 11AM in Houston and July 28 at 5PM in Arlington. The public is invited to testify in person at all three meetings. The public is invited to register to testify virtually for the July 24 hearing.
You can find the hearing notices with further details at capitol.texas.gov/Committees….
Texans may also submit electronic comments without testifying at comments.house.texas.gov/hom….
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Decency. I helped lead the effort for Cook, and our entire operation was about restoring respect in the House. And respect starts with extending the common courtesy of congratulating the speaker of the house on winning, even if it wasn’t your guy. Lead by example.
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A majority of the signers of the Texas Conservative Commitment are supporting @DavidCookTexas for speaker… #txlege
New: In an email, @Burrows4TX says he has begun working with House lawmakers on legislative priorities that include:
Border security
Universal school choice
Property tax cuts
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Constitutional Carry has passed the House. Thank you @RepMattSchaefer for your steadfastness on this issue today.
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Today, I was appointed to serve as Chair of the @TXGOPCaucus Subcommittee on Parliamentary Process. The committee includes Representatives Bell, Cain, Gates, Hayes, Patterson, Schofield, Smithee, and Tinderholt. The committee is tasked with recommending changes to the House rules and parliamentary practices for consideration by the 89th caucus.
I look forward to working with all of my fellow Republican members and nominees to identify and recommend reforms to the House rules and parliamentary practices that will empower members, cut back on ticky-tack points of order, and help ensure good public policy, like our Republican legislative priorities, is advanced.
@CBellJr @BriscoeCain @GatesforTexas @Hayes4TXHouse @JaredLPatterson @RepSchofield @repsmithee @reptinderholt #txlege
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Today, the House Select Committee on Congressional Redistricting adopted an amended #BigBeautifulMap (HB 4) that increases Republican political performance in several districts. Now on to the floor. #txlege
(Image Credit: Brad Johnson, The Texan)
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Any R member who backs a D should be expelled from the House Republican Caucus. Fortunately, the primary voters already took care of that. Onward to victory! #txlege
rep hugh shine encourages bell county voters to oppose gop nominee hillary hickland : bit.ly/48tQ2Ps
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Abolish it. #txlege
Texas lawmakers must act on two bills in order to ensure the lottery continues past September, or find a way to make up the $2 billion for schools the game provides yearly. bit.ly/4iMlPyB
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Abolish it. #txlege
I have filed legislation to end the lottery because it is corrupt & an embarrassment to the Lone Star State. dallasnews.com/news/politics…
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If the federal government won’t protect Texas, we must. #txlege
Pulling an all-nighter to secure our border.
FC Chairman @RepMattSchaefer lays out #HB20, which creates the first-ever Texas Border Protection Unit. #txlege
(And yes, last night we pulled an all-nighter for school choice.)
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An underfunded judiciary can be a threat to individual liberty. Our system should pay enough to attract quality jurists to serve on the bench who will protect our God-given rights. #txlege
SCOTX Chief Justice Blacklock opened his Senate Finance testimony with a heartfelt plea to increase judicial pay:
"You're welcome to leave my salary right where it is. I'm not here for myself. I am here on behalf of my fellow Judges, and on behalf of the entire Texas Judiciary, to tell you that I think it's absolutely essential ... that we raise judicial salaries significantly."
He acknowledged the Senate's proposed budget would bump judicial salaries 15%.
But he'd like to make them even more competitive just to keep up with inflation.
"A first year lawyer out of law school who goes to a large law firm will be making more money than Chief Justice Nathan Hecht was making after 40 years of service and as the highest-paid Judge, I think, in the Texas Judiciary."
Hear, hear!
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Congratulations @DavidCookTexas !
The Republican Caucus Speaker nominee David Cook Announces Support of 56 Republican Colleagues in Bid for Texas House Speakership
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When Republicans unite, we can deliver even greater policy victories for Texans. I believe there are amazingly talented House Republicans who will do a great job chairing every committee. I am simply pro-Republican on this issue. #txlege
Breaking: 46 current or presumptive @TXGOPCaucus members release a letter saying they will not support anyone for 89(R) speaker who will appoint Democrats as committee chairs. #txlege
That's a majority of the GOP caucus.
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Did you know less than a quarter of the proceeds from every Texas Lottery sale goes to public education?
The percentage of sales paid to public education has steadily fallen from more than 37% in 1999 to a low of about 23% in 2024. (Src: texaslottery.com/export/site…).
I have always found it odd we would attempt to subsidize public education with essentially a tax on people who are not good at math.
We should abolish the Texas Lottery and replace its transfer to public education and other programs with general sales tax revenue.
If we are not going to do that, then we should at least ensure most of the proceeds from the lottery actually flow to Texas children.
That is why I filed HB 839, which caps the amount that may be paid out in prizes to 40 percent of gross revenue. If enacted, HB 839 would more than double the amount of money transferred to public education from the Texas Lottery (from ~$2 billion to $4 billion+).
capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup…
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Such a simple, common sense bill. Amazed me to see anyone opposed. #txlege
Today my bill, House Bill 1586 passed the House! This bill will require the vaccine exemption affadavit form to be posted online in a download-able format, rather than being mailed to parents who request it. This will save taxpayer dollars in printing and mailing, increase government efficiency, and ensure kids are enrolled in school on time, guaranteeing children their fundamental right to an education.
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I am honored to have been appointed by @DadePhelan to serve on the Criminal Jurisprudence, Juvenile Justice & Family Issues, and Resolutions Calendars Committees for the 87th Session. #txlege
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Thank you for taking time to visit with us and for your leadership on ensuring every parent in Texas has meaningful choice about where their children go to school. #txlege
Great meeting with Representatives @CodyforTexas, @morgan4texas, @Toth_4_Texas, and @cvasut this week at the Texas Capitol.
Parents—not the government—should decide where their children go to school. We must pass school choice.
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So….is it child abuse or not?
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Read my letter to @TexasDFPS regarding child abuse through gender reassignment and puberty blockers ⬇️
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Connecting the Texas grid to the eastern grid has literally nothing to do with the current power outages. That’s not how grids work.
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You will do great! #txlege
I’m proud to announce my campaign for Texas Attorney General. There’s only one Texas, and I’ve devoted my life to defending it. As your next Attorney General, I will work to ensure Texas is the greatest and safest state to live and raise a family.
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Honored to be joined today by so many of my colleagues to expand available support services for pregnant women and their families, adoptive parents, and parents who have experienced miscarriage or the loss of a child. #togetherforlife #txlege
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It is always the right time to rein in the federal government. #txlege
TPPF’s @JoseMelendezTX sits down with Rep. @cvasut to discuss HJR 98, the joint resolution making Texas one of the states calling for an Article V Convention of States as allowed per the U.S. Constitution. #txlege texaspolicy.com/multimedia/a…
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I support Republican chairs in the House because I believe our Republican nominees are best qualified to lead committees, including @MorganMeyerTX and @AngieChenButton.
Every Republican in their districts should vote for them and every other Republican all the way down the ballot.
Anything less is pure foolishness. #txlege
A draft res is being considered by some Dallas Co GOP precinct chairs, calling on #txlege Rs (@MorganMeyerTX & @AngieChenButton) to sign the Contract W/ Texas.
From a meeting on it: “To be clear, we’re saying we’re okay w/ having a D over an R who does not sign this? Yeah.”
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House Ways and Means just completed its first hearing of the session. I appreciate @MorganMeyerTX and @CandyNobleHD89 laying out their bills to cut property taxes for Texans (HB 8, HB 9, HB 22 and HJR 1). Let’s get it done. #txlege
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David will make a great speaker of the house and will unite the Republican caucus. #txlege
State Representative David Cook Announces Support of 48 Republican Colleagues in Bid for Texas House Speakership
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How long has @KamalaHarris known President Biden was unfit to continue running for President and kept quiet about it?
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My fellow Democrats, I have decided not to accept the nomination and to focus all my energies on my duties as President for the remainder of my term. My very first decision as the party nominee in 2020 was to pick Kamala Harris as my Vice President. And it’s been the best decision I’ve made. Today I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year. Democrats — it’s time to come together and beat Trump. Let’s do this.
ALT A photo of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris
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1/5- I believe those who break quorum should not retain their leadership positions and should be held accountable. That is why I filed HR 72 today.
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Love it. #txlege
Casting your vote for me means starting the 89th with a clean slate for all Members.
✅ Fairness: The rules of the House will be the rules…applied fairly and consistently!
✅ Efficiency: Address priority & sunset bills early to keep the process moving.
✅ Collaboration: Allow more time for Members to pass their own bills.
Let’s work together!
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I am happy to support my fellow Republican nominees in closer general election races to defend and grow our Republican majority by donating more than 10% of my cash on hand to these candidates for the Texas House Leads Challenge this period. Please join us in supporting these great Republican house candidates. #texashouseleads #txlege
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Thank you for doing the right thing Sam. Honored to serve with you. #txlege
I am supporting the Republican caucus nominee, State Rep. David Cook for Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives.
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Ditto.
Agreed. My office is off limits to the lobbyist under investigation and his firm. Harassment and predatory behavior must never be tolerated. Our Capitol family stands with the victim and we support you. #txlege
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We have great staff this session in HD25. Edward Jaax (right) is our Chief of Staff and Taylor Monroe (left) is our Legislative Director. You can reach them at 512.463.0564. Nancy Wollam (second) is our District Director. She can be reached at 979.848.1770. #txlege
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Looking forward to the work product of your committee. The push for unity in the caucus on good conservative policy building upon the legislative priorities of the RPT is strong. #txlege
I am honored to be chosen by the Texas House Republican Caucus to lead our Subcommittee on Legislative Priorities.
Thousands of delegates at the 2024 Texas GOP Convention gave us a strong list of priorities to start from, and I look forward to working with committee members and the entire caucus to add to this list. We will create a legislative agenda the people of Texas can be proud of. #txlege
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Members meeting before the caucus to decide who they will vote for in the caucus does not violate the by-laws. That happens every time. A pre-caucus meeting of members decided to back Bonnen in the caucus in 2018. A pre-caucus meeting of members decided to back Phelan in the caucus in 2020. One pre-caucus meeting of members decided to back Cook and another pre-caucus meeting of members decided to back Burrows in 2024. The difference is only the Cook team agreed to back whoever won the caucus, even if it wasn’t Cook.
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Great work Shelley! #txlege
Tonight, I passed HB 3441, a bill to hold vaccine manufacturers who advertise in Texas liable for injuries their products cause to Texans. Let's make Big Pharma put their money where their mouth is.
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Representative Slaton’s actions were appalling. He was rightfully unanimously expelled from the House and should face the full penalty of the law. We will not tolerate sexual harassment. I pray for healing for his staffer, his wife and his children. #txlege
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I am pleased to hear that the House State Affairs and House Energy Resources Committees will hold a joint hearing on February 25th to review what happened with ERCOT. The people of Texas deserve answers. We must never allow this to happen again. #txlege
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Powerful story. Honored to serve with you. #txlege
It took a lot to forgive the man who broke into my home and cut my baby boy's throat, but by God's grace, we were able to experience the power of forgiveness. It completely changed me. Politics has too many grudges, but I strive to be a light in the darkness and get things done.
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Thank you, Governor. Honored to get to serve with you and appreciate your leadership. #txlege
Governor @GregAbbott_TX announced that he is endorsing @cvasut for Texas House District 25.
Cody has worked to strengthen Texas’ energy capabilities, protect Texas’ assets from hostile foreign adversaries, and is committed to defending conservative values that will make Texas a better place for future generations.
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Your speech on the floor for SB 14 was a master class in courage. Welcome to the Republican Party, Shawn. We are glad to have you with us. #txlege
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As a woman, a mother, and a lawmaker, I have dedicated my life to championing the values that fortify our families and uplift our communities. After much reflection, prayer, and soul-searching, I have come to a decision that aligns with my core values and the best interests of our beloved country.
For my entire adult life, I have voted as a Democrat. I was raised in a household with my amazing parents who believed the Democratic Party was the party of the people—a beacon of justice and opportunity for all. But as the years have passed, I have watched with dismay as the party I once knew has drifted far from its roots. It has become almost unrecognizable—radicalized and increasingly out of touch with the values that millions of everyday Americans hold dear.
The Democratic Party has veered so far left, so deep into the progressive abyss, that it now champions policies that I cannot, in good conscience, support policies like promoting sex changes for children during a vulnerable stage of their lives, and dismantling Title IX protections for women in sports.
This is not the party I grew up with. I have witnessed firsthand how the so-called "liberal" left now stifles thoughtful debate, silencing dissent with an iron fist—demanding blind allegiance to ideology, where one must "comply or be cast out." This is not the Democratic Party I once supported and represented.
The renowned poet Maya Angelou so powerfully said, "When you know better, you do better." And so today, at such a time as thus, I am officially announcing that I am leaving the ranks and rancor of the Democratic Party elite.
I now stand with the party of Lincoln, the party that fought to preserve our Union and fought to end the atrocities of slavery.
In 2024, the Republican Party champions economic empowerment, by investing in Historically Black colleges and universities like the one I proudly graduated from. It’s the party of parents, believing that they have the fundamental right to determine the best educational environments for their children to learn, grow, and succeed.
It is the party that fosters prosperity and entrepreneurial opportunities, enabling small business owners to not just survive, but to thrive, fulfilling the promise of the American dream.
Mothers around our country from all backgrounds, races, and communities understand that it’s our sacred duty to preserve the innocence of our children, protect them from being sexualized, and sterilized. To respect universal truths, and to uphold the rights of biological women as defined by science, nature, and common sense.
I am leaving the left because the left has abandoned Democrats who feel betrayed by a party that has lost its way, lost its commitment to hard working families.
I know that by making this choice, my choice, I will face relentless attacks, criticism, and mischaracterization. But I will complete my faith walk. Scripture reminds us in Job 13, “Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him.”
And so, I trust that God will guide me and cover me as I step into this new chapter of my life. It is time to shift our consciousness from the distractions of personalities to the substance of real policies.
I will not be alone; I will be with millions of courageous women and men of good conscience, who are willing to place people over political ideology.
So, I will continue to be a change maker and a champion for children. Censured, but not silenced, I will use my voice to amplify the voices of women everywhere —women who are willing to make waves across America.
Together, we can nurture and protect our children by creating a safer, brighter future for them. Together, we can restore the spirit, security, and soul of America. #txlege #JoyfulWarrior
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And if there is some loophole that lets them, we will close that loophole. #txlege
Local government cannot create gun free zones (that would otherwise be prohibited under the law) by simply working through a 501(c)(3) or other private entity.
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It took less time to enjoin this law than it would have taken me to repeal it on the floor of the House. Good work. #txlege
In-state tuition for illegal immigrants in Texas has ended.
Texas is permanently enjoined from providing in-state tuition for illegal immigrants.
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Ole Bellville gonna exit stage left apparently 😂 #txlege @StanKitzmanTX
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Well, since you asked. Article III, Section 11 of the Constitution vests power in each House to adopt rules for their proceedings. House Rule 5, Section 3(a), adopted pursuant to the Constitution, requires members to attend the sessions of the house unless they have leave.
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I will be filing legislation next session to address loopholes with enforcing the eligibility requirement. The problem is primarily the way the law is written.
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Glad to see my good friend, and House Freedom Caucus Chair, Mayes Middleton, running to be my Senator. Mayes will represent central and northern Brazoria County well in the Senate, and he has my full endorsement.
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I just filed to be your next state senator for #SD11. I’m asking for your prayers, your support, and your vote.
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Thank you, Governor. I am honored to have your endorsement. I look forward to working with you next session. #txlege
Governor @GregAbbott_TX endorses @cvasut for re-election in House District 25
"Rep. Cody Vasut has been a dependable, conservative leader who helped push pro-economic policies to bring Texas’ economy to new heights." - Governor Abbott
Read more ⬇️
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Today, I laid out rules proposals to help the House run more efficiently for the people of Texas and to ensure there are consequences for members who break the rules. If there are no consequences for breaking the rules, the rules are meaningless.
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This is not rocket science. Air conditioned prisons are safer prisons for our guards. This should have been done decades ago.
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We adjourned Wednesday pending reading, and referral of bills. So when they referred the bills on Monday before we gaveled in that was still technically on Wednesday’s calendar and permitted by the previous adjournment motion made with a quorum.
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Agreed. Would welcome the opportunity for a conservative christian to give the other perspective.
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Agreed. #txlege
After @DavidCookTexas exceeded the vote threshold needed on Saturday to be the @TXGOPCaucus nominee for Speaker, I congratulated him and praised the process. He won fair and square by caucus rules.
I join Governor Abbott in affirming that a majority of Republican House members must choose the Speaker. Any Republican Speaker candidate who attempts a coup d'état to steal the Speaker’s gavel with a majority of Democrats and only a handful of Republicans will never be accepted by Republican voters.
Republican voters do not want the Republican Party to cede power to Democrat chairmen, which has been happening for over a decade. The Governor, and the Republican voters, have spoken. Most importantly, the Republican caucus has spoken. It’s time for 76 House Republicans to come together today to support the @TXGOPCaucus nominee. Texas is watching. The nation is watching. #txlege
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Thank you for your service, Ed. It was an honor to get to serve with you.
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Every human being is made in the image of God and has inherent dignity and immeasurable worth from the moment of fertilization. How you are conceived does not change your worth. You are valuable.
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I’m in. #txlege
U.S. Rep. Pete Sessions, R-Waco, will lead a DOGE Caucus in the House, while U.S. Sen. John Cornyn has joined the Senate’s version.
State Rep. Briscoe Cain, R-Deer Park, has filed for a caucus in the statehouse.
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This is not an accurate analysis. The Speaker has enough R support, including mine, to be elected Tuesday without a single D vote. The statements as to FC are also not accurate.
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Brazoria County Day will be celebrating 50 years this year! Looking forward to the World's Largest Shrimp Cocktail on February 28. #txlege @RepEdThompson
#Txlege session things that always, routinely, and mostly consistently feel like Groundhog Day, generally observed.
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Great work, Mitch! #txlege
Congratulations to the Texas House Republican Caucus Freshman of the Year, Rep. @realmitchlittle! #txlege
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I refused to make the motion because there was strong differences in the caucus about whether the rules allowed it. I then voted for the motion.
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I voted in favor of all four motions, including the motion to support censure with penalties.
I assume opposition to the censure with penalties falls in two camps.
First, those who do not feel comfortable imposing a punishment on quorum breakers not expressly in the rules.
Second, those who did not feel the power of the House to impose a censure under Rule 5, Section 3(d)(4) did not include power to attach penalties to the censure.
As I stated in the caucus. I believe censure can include penalties. I respect the contrary views and declined to make the motion for that reason. But I still voted yes.
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Glad to have you at the Capitol today. #txlege #MakeAmericaHealthyAgain
Like I told @POTUS, we’re going to end the chronic disease epidemic. Thank you to @GregAbbott_TX and Texas state legislators for your leadership on this issue.
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Kate and I are shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of Brazoria County Deputy Vargas in the line of duty today. Deputy Vargas was a 17-year veteran of the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office. He leaves behind a wife and three children. May the Lord give comfort and peace to this hero’s family.
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Great work @ColeHefnerTX and @LoisKolkhorst!
Standing alongside Senator @LoisKolkhorst today to announce the passage of Senate Bill 17 was a proud moment. SB 17 protects Texas land from falling into the hands of hostile foreign governments and entities that threaten our state’s security. With overwhelming support in both chambers, this bill is now headed to the Governor’s desk.
I’m grateful to House leadership, my colleagues, the Senate, our staff, and the Governor’s office for getting this critical bill across the finish line. Texas will always stand strong in defense of our sovereignty and security. #txlege
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Totally unacceptable and abhorrent.
dps investigating allegation that a lobbyist drugged at least one female texas capitol staffer : bit.ly/2Pj6AW2 #txlege
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Judges must be able to place NO BONDS on violent offenders. The Senate has passed this measure 6 times with strong bipartisan support, only for it to die in the House due to a few members—many from Houston.
How many innocent lives and brave law enforcement officers must be lost before these members realize that some criminals, who after due process, SHOULD be held in jail pending trial for the protection of everyone!
Rest in peace, Deputy Vargas. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten, and we won’t stop fighting until this is made right. #txlege
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Today, the Texas Senate honored the life of Brazoria County Sheriff’s Deputy Jesus "Jesse" Vargas, who was tragically killed while bringing a known violent criminal to justice. I will never stop fighting to protect our law enforcement, and I urge you to watch my speech from the Senate Floor if you, like me, are fed up with innocent lives being lost to violent criminals who are repeatedly let back onto our streets without accountability. #txlege
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