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Texas Special Session Convened; We Must Remain Resolute
The regular session of the 82nd Texas Legislature was finally adjourned on Monday, May 30. The failure of the legislature to pass Senate Bill 1811, the fiscal matters bill, and Senate Bills 8 and 23, omnibus healthcare bills dealing with the health compact and Medicaid reform, prompted the governor to issue a proclamation placing a call for a special session of the legislature.
Rep. Reynolds Encourages Colleagues to Support Unemployment Benefits Bill During These Tough Economic Times and Extreme Budget Cuts
AUSTIN, Texas (May 3, 2011) -- Today, Rep. Reynolds (District 27-Fort Bend) is asking his colleagues to step up and support House Bill 3068 to help individuals who
Representative Reynolds Commends Texas Teachers During National Teacher Appreciation Week and Fights to Protect Their Rights
Today, Rep. Ron Reynolds (D-Fort Bend County, District 27) thanks all of the Texas teachers for their hard work and dedication to the children of this state.
An Open Letter to Governor Rick Perry from Rep. Ron Reynolds
Governor Perry, I hope that this message finds you in good spirits. In light of the Legislative Budget Board (LBB) report regarding the state budget, I
Rep. Reynolds Responds to Governor Perry’s State of the State Address Calls for Perry to Address Real Issues State is Facing
AUSTIN, Texas (Feb. 10, 2011) -- Today, Rep. Reynolds (D- District 27, Fort Bend) responded to Governor Rick Perry's State of the State Address. Instead of talking about
Rep.Reynolds Coauthors Legislation Restricting Unfunded Mandates on Local Governments
(Austin, TX) - State Representative Ron Reynolds (District 27) coauthored HJR 56 which limits the power of the legislature to impose unfunded mandates on local government entities such
Rep. Ron Reynolds Statement on the Proposed State Budget: HB 1
AUSTIN, Texas (Jan. 24, 2011) -- On Wednesday, Jan. 19, Chairman Pitts (R-Waxahachie) filed House Bill 1, the proposed state budget for fiscal year 2012-2013. The released draft was
