by Bill Lynch | Jul 19, 2021 | Chamber News, Public Policy
We are sad to report that former Texas State Representative Toby Goodman passed away Sunday, July 18, 2021. Representative Goodman, the owner of Goodman and Clark Attorneys in Arlington, was a long-time active member in the Greater Arlington Chamber. The Chamber...
by Bill Lynch | Jul 8, 2021 | Public Policy
Governor Greg Abbott issued his 11 allowable topics for the first called special session of the legislature on July 7th. Members of the legislature filed 121 bills and resolutions that day. Today, which is day two of the filing period, an additional 92 bills and...
by Bill Lynch | Jul 7, 2021 | Public Policy
This morning at 9:00 CDT, Governor Greg Abbott issued the list of topics which the Texas Legislature may consider during the first special session of the 87th Texas Legislature which begins tomorrow at 10:00 am.The Texas Legislature meets in regular session for 140...
by Bill Lynch | Jun 30, 2021 | Public Policy
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan issued interim charges to twelve House Committees related to illegal immigration activity on the Texas border with Mexico. The charges are focused on measuring the impact of the current wave of illegal immigrants on public health,...
by Bill Lynch | Jun 28, 2021 | Economic Development, Public Policy
Are you interested in what’s happening with the I-20, I-820, Hwy 287 connector? When, if ever, will the I-30 Hwy 360 interchange be completed? You can learn the latest on both when you attend a transportation update meeting at the Arlington Board of Realtor’s office...
