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...
by Bill Lynch | Jun 21, 2021 | Public Policy
Sunday, June 20th was the last day for the Governor to veto bills, sign bills or allow them to become law without his signature. The Governor vetoed 20 bills that reached his desk. The most interesting veto was not a full veto, but a line item veto. Governor Abbott...
by Bill Lynch | Jun 18, 2021 | Public Policy
Thursday, June 24th, the Coalition of East Tarrant Chambers will report on the results of our efforts to represent our members during the 87th Texas Legislature. All members of the Coalition Chambers are encouraged to tune in from 1:00 to 2:00 pm using this link.The...
by Bill Lynch | Jun 15, 2021 | Economic Development, Education, Public Policy
Monday, Governor Greg Abbott signed two bills into law which were key priorities for your Chamber of Commerce: SB6 (by Kelly Hancock) which provides limited liability protection as we reopen from the pandemic and SB1102 (by Brandon Creighton) which provides for...
by Bill Lynch | Jun 1, 2021 | Economic Development, Public Policy
As in every legislative session, there were wins and losses. The Governor still has the opportunity to veto some of the bills sent to him so most things are not yet final. Baring a veto, here are some of the best outcomes.Public education was one of our top...
