The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has expressed thanks to Governor Rick Perry for signing House Bill (HB) 1451 into law, which initiates oversight of large-scale commercial breeding facilities, known as puppy mills. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Senfronia Thompson, D-Houston, and championed in the Senate by Sen. John Whitmire, …
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May 12
Immigration bill moves to Texas Senate
The Texas House passed HB 12, the Sanctuary Cities bill, by a vote of 100-47 on third reading. This bill allows cities and law enforcement to enforce federal immigration laws by preventing local policies in conflict with U.S. immigration laws and by establishing uniform, consistent standards for all Texas law enforcement. The sanctuary cities bill …
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Jan 27
Abortion:Abortion: Gov. Perry adds sonogram requirement to emergency items for legislative session
Gov. Rick Perry speaking at the 2011 Texas Rally for Life, declared a legislation to require a sonogram before a woman elects to have an abortion as an emergency item for the 2011 legislative session. “When you consider the magnitude of the decision to have an abortion, ensuring that the patient understands what’s truly at …
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Jan 15
LHS student receives invitation to Governor’s Inauguration
As Texas Governor Rick Perry is sworn into office, a young, state leader from East Texas will be nearby as an invited guest. Lindale High School senior Tori Albritton received an invitation to the governor’s inauguration and will attend the ceremony on Tuesday, January 18 in Austin. Albritton received the invitation for her role as …
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