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Though a minority, Democrats prevail on school funds
Though a minority, Democrats prevail on school funds Read more here: http://www.star-telegram.com/2013/05/20/4869081/though-a-minority-democrats-prevail.html#storylink=cpyLawmakers make a deal to boost school funding
AUSTIN — With time running out, legislative negotiators on Friday forged a two-year spending plan that includes an additional $3.9 billion for education, offsetting deep cuts imposed in public school funding two years ago.Texas Senate approves education bill
AUSTIN — Addressing one of the major education issues of the 2013 Legislature, the Senate unanimously approved legislation Monday that creates more flexibility in public school graduation requirements and answers widespread demands to reduce the number of end-of-course tests. Senate Education Chairman Dan Patrick, R-Houston, the architect of HB5, said …House approves tougher hit-and-run law
The Texas House on Saturday unanimously approved legislation to increase penalties for drivers who leave the scene of an accident involving an injury, a measure hastened by the tragic death of a Tarrytown pedestrian in 2011.North Texans Spend Millions On Non-Existent Federal Taxes
NORTH TEXAS (CBS 11) – No one enjoys paying taxes. But everybody has to do it… or do they? CBS 11’s I-Team has obtained a study that says Oncor, the giant electric utility company in North Texas, is collecting hundreds of millions of dollars from customers for federal taxes that don’t exist.Special state incentive programs targeted for extra scrutiny
AUSTIN — The Senate on Friday passed legislation by Sen. Wendy Davis that would impose increased scrutiny of major state tax incentive programs that have helped finance the 2011 Super Bowl in Arlington and other high-profile events in Texas. The 29-1 vote sent the measure to the House. Sen. Donna Campbell, R-San Antonio, cast the dissenting vote.Senate passes Davis' pipeline bill
The state Senate unanimously passed legislation by Sen. Wendy Davis that would permit the construction of saltwater pipelines along public right-of-way to transport hydraulic fracturing fluid in the Barnett Shale.Lawmakers advance sexual assault bill
AUSTIN, Texas — Hospitals would have to provide enhanced treatment for victims of sexual assault under a proposal advancing in the Texas Legislature. In a 31-0 vote on Wednesday, the Texas Senate approved SB 1191 by Democratic Sen. Wendy Davis of Fort Worth. The bill would require nearly every hospital to either provide the resources necessary to …Efforts to protect sexual assault victims advance
For Nicole Anderson, the courage to report the crime was just the beginning. "I was raped one year, eighth months and twelve days ago," she told a legislative committee this week. "I couldn't go anywhere to get the help I needed." Turned away by hospitals that declined to gather crucial physical evidence, Anderson has continued to …Texas Senate passes tough payday lending bill
AUSTIN -- The state Senate voted 24-6 on Monday to approve tougher-than-expected regulations on payday lenders with provisions that even supporters acknowledged will attract an industry assault when the bill reaches the House. Sen. Wendy Davis of Fort Worth, who has made the issue one of her key priorities since entering the Legislature in 2009...Copelin: Let’s hope politics doesn’t kill three good bills
Transparency is the buzzword of the current legislative session. Perhaps no one has offered more on the topic than Sen. Wendy Davis, D-Fort Worth. She filed about a dozen bills on topics ranging from public records to financial disclosures for officials to slowing down the revolving door for government officials becoming lobbyists.Former Republican Lt. Gov. Bill Ratliff Endorses Wendy Davis Re-Election to Senate District 10
FORT WORTH – Today, former Republican Lt. Governor Bill Ratliff endorsed Sen. Wendy Davis for re-election in Senate District 10.Wendy Davis Campaign Reports Continued Strong, Broad Support; $1.4 Million Raised, With $500,362 Cash-on-Hand
FORT WORTH, TX – The strong and broad bi-partisan support enjoyed by Wendy Davis is dramatically illustrated by the impressive fundraising report filed by her campaign yesterday. The Wendy Davis Campaign raised $1,407,799 in the 30-day period between Sept. 28 and Oct. 27, alone. Davis’ fundraising success assures that her …Texas Ethics Commission Rejects Mark Shelton’s Gimmick Claim
FORT WORTH – In a certified letter delivered today, the Texas Ethics Commission (TEC) quickly rejected a bogus complaint filed by politician Mark Shelton, finding his complaint lacked any credible evidence or even enough support to warrant opening a case at all.Wendy Davis: A fighter, proven leader
Two state legislators are running to represent a demographically changing senatorial District 10: the incumbent, Democrat Sen. Wendy Davis, and Republican state Rep. Mark Shelton. Davis, who defeated an entrenched incumbent four years ago, did not take long to make her mark on the Senate, enhancing the populist image she honed as …Voters, Business Leaders, Public Servants Unite Behind Wendy Davis
FORT WORTH – On Wednesday, Senator Wendy Davis expressed her appreciation for the broad cross-section of voters, business leaders and public servants who have formally endorsed her re-election in Senate District 10 and oppose her opponent, Mark Shelton. The widespread support for Senator Davis reflects her efforts to create …Senator Wendy Davis Wins First Two SD10 Debates, Shares How She Represents The Real Priorities of the District of Education, Job Creation
FORT WORTH, TX – Senator Wendy Davis was the overwhelming winner of the first two debates at Tarrant County College and a second debate to air on WFAA Channel 8 this Sunday.Business Leaders Endorse Wendy Davis, Praising Her as a Job Creator
FORT WORTH, TX – Local and statewide business leaders today announced their support for Senator Wendy Davis’ re-election. Endorsing Davis, they praised her work to create and protect local jobs and her leadership role in state and local economic development.Senator Wendy Davis Joins First Responders for National Night Out
Tarrant County, TX – This evening, Senator Wendy Davis will join neighbors, first responders and other civic leaders in neighborhoods across Tarrant County for the 29th Annual National Night Out.Local Police and Firefighters Praise Wendy Davis
FORT WORTH, TX – Tarrant County first responders voiced their support for Senator Wendy Davis’ re-election in a press conference this morning.Davis Campaign Releases Scripts to Opponent’s Secret Attack Ads
FORT WORTH, TX – Today, Senator Wendy Davis’ campaign responded to false accusations made in campaign commercial scripts written for the Mark Shelton campaign. Each ad, all of which have yet to be released by the Shelton campaign, is laced with patently false information and exposes the Shelton’s intent to use …Statement Regarding Rick Perry’s Dishonest Budget Compact Gimmick
FORT WORTH, TX – In a staged media event later today, Rick Perry and Mark Shelton will discuss their so-called Budget Compact and present it as a reform measure. In reality, they are attempting to hide their failure to adopt and pass a balanced state budget in 2011, as the Texas Constitution requires.Senator Wendy Davis Announces First Television Ad
FORT WORTH, TX – Today, Senator Wendy Davis announced the release of her first television commercial for her 2012 re-election campaign. Entitled "Doors," the ad represents the opportunities that opened for Senator Davis through hard work and education. It conveys the idea that these same opportunities should be …Sen. Wendy Davis Accepts Invitations to Senate District 10 Debates
FORT WORTH, TX – Today, Senator Wendy Davis announced she has accepted invitations to debate her opponent at four events to be held in October.Police and Firefighters Endorse Wendy Davis for Re-Election
Fort Worth, TX – On Tuesday, first responders from around Tarrant County and the state endorsed Senator Wendy Davis for re-election to Senate District 10. Those endorsing Senator Davis included the Fort Worth Professional Firefighters Association, Arlington Professional Firefighters Association, Texas State Association of …Senator Wendy Davis issues statement on “Voter ID” ruling
Fort Worth, TX – Today, Senator Wendy Davis issued the following statement in response to a federal court ruling striking down Texas’ controversial “Voter ID” legislation.Sen. Davis Calls for Accountability and Transparency at Texas Department of Insurance; Renounces Anti-consumer Actions
Fort Worth, TX – On Friday, State Senator Wendy Davis called on Gov. Rick Perry to implement true government accountability at the Texas Department of Insurance, by removing the sitting commissioner, Eleanor Kitzman, from her appointed post. Davis’ request of the governor comes after Kitzman made a series of decisions that could cost …Education Leaders Endorse Wendy Davis, a "Champion for Texas Students"
Fort Worth, TX – On Wednesday, dozens of local and statewide education leaders acknowledged Wendy Davis’ strong stand for Texas children and quality education by announcing their support for Davis’ reelection to the Texas Senate in District 10. Statewide endorsements came from the United Educators …Senator Wendy Davis Rewarded as Tireless Advocate for Physicians and Patients
FORT WORTH, TX – Calling Senator Davis a tireless advocate for physicians and patients, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians proudly endorsed Senator Davis.Over 1,400 Donors In Recent Fundraising Report Shows Momentum and Overwhelming Support for Senator Wendy Davis’ Re-Election Campaign
FORT WORTH, TX – With more than 1,400 contributions since January, Senator Wendy Davis' re-election campaign continues to build momentum and overwhelming support. "I'm grateful to have the support of so many people in the district, whether it is their time or their hard-earned dollars, for my re-election campaign to continue working on …Senator Wendy Davis Honored For Standing For Her Values and Fighting Powerful Predatory Lenders
The Texas Baptist Christian Life Commission presented state Sen. Wendy Davis with its Horizon Award for leadership in public service in recognition of her efforts to curb predatory lending practices in the state.Senator Wendy Davis receives major law enforcement endorsement
FORT WORTH – Senator Wendy Davis said today that she is proud and thankful for the endorsement of the Arlington Police Association in her re-election bid to the Texas Senate, so that she can continue supporting our community’s first-responders who put their lives at risk every day to keep our families and neighborhoods safe.Wendy Davis Stuck Her Neck Out For Schoolkids
It was the last Sunday in May, last day of this year’s regular session of the Texas Legislature, and State Sen. Wendy Davis of Fort Worth had some hard thinking to do. Republicans had been wrangling over budget cuts for months but ...Senator Wendy Davis Has Overwhelming Support In Re-Election Bid
“I’ve been meeting with Senate District 10 constituents about addressing their priorities –job growth and economic stability, finding solutions to our public education funding crisis, and lowering homeowners insurance and residential electricity rates. Based on our overwhelming constituents’ support, I plan to continue being the …Senator Davis Fights For Thousands of Airlines Jobs
State and local leaders need to come together to create an incentive package to keep American Airlines from closing its Alliance maintenance base in Fort Worth, state Sen. Wendy Davis said Monday. "I think there is still more room for a conversation," Davis said. "We need to at least sit down and collectively see if there are some other …Filibuster Creates Overnight Celebrity
Senator Davis’s filibuster has quickly become legend. And it has catapulted this petite, eloquent and seemingly fearless politician into the spotlight, which she has seized to mobilize the state’s downtrodden and outnumbered Democrats and to take jabs at Mr. Perry’s potential presidential aspirations.
Priorities
Job creation, job retention and stability for local economies are priorities for Senator Wendy Davis. Authoring legislation to spur job growth in local economies and keep jobs in Texas instead of shipping them out of state. Senator Davis is a recognized leader in the Texas Senate for her …
Senator Davis believes providing an excellent public education system is the state’s most-important responsibility. While most lawmakers were mired in so-called “emergency” bills in 2011, Senator Davis made education funding her emergency. Education is the path to success for …
Senator Davis continues to lead the charge against predatory lending in Texas, an industry that siphons money from our local economies and keeps many hard-working families trapped in a cycle of debt. She also fights hard to lower homeowners insurance and residential electricity rates to …
