Official Endorsement Slates - Saturday, May 4, 2024, Election, and Tuesday, May 28, 2024, Runoffs

Molly

DEMOCRATIC

PRIMARY RUNOFF: Annette Ramirez is the right choice in the Democratic Party Primary runoff for Harris County Tax Assessor

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RUNOFF: Jerry Rodriguez is the right choice in the Democratic Party Primary runoff for Harris County

THE FIRST AMENDMENT: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances

NOTE: Former State Senator John Whitmire (above) previously held th Texas State Senate District 15 seat The Senate District 15 seat became vacant when Whitmire was elected to succeed Sylvester Turner as the Mayor of Houston, Texas The Saturday, May 4, 2024, election is being held to fill out the remainder of former State Senator John Whitmire’s term that was left vacant when he became the newly-elected

Mayor of Houston, Texas

ENDORSEMENT: “Molly Cook is endorsed by Houston Business Connections Newspaper in the Sat , May 4, 2024, race for State Senator, District 15

ENDORSED

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“Houston Business Connections Newspaper proudly endorses Molly Cook over State Representative Jarvis Johnson in the race for State Senator, District 15, in Harris County, Texas on Saturday, May 4, 2024.” AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“Houston Business Connections Newspaper proudly endorses Molly Cook over State Representative Jarvis Johnson in the race for State Senator, District 15, in Harris County, Texas on Saturday, May 4, 2024 ” AUBREY R TAYLOR

REPUBLICAN PRIMARY RUNOFF: Kenneth Omoruyi is the right choice in the Republican Party Primary runoff for U S Representative, District 7

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RUNOFF: Angie Thibodeaux is the right choice in the Democratic Party Primary runoff for State Rep District 139

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RUNOFF: Gemayel “G” Haynes is the right choice in the Democratic Party Primary runoff for District Judge, 486th Judicial District

REPUBLICAN PRIMARY RUNOFF: Christian V Garcia is the right choice in the Republican Party Primary runoff for U S Representative, District 29

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RUNOFF: Molly Cook is the right choice in the Democratic Party Primary runoff for State Senate, District 15

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RUNOFF: Shawn Thierry is the right choice in the Democratic Party Primary runoff for State Representative, District 146

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RUNOFF: Jerry Zimmerer is the right choice in the Democratic Party Primary runoff for Justice, 14th Court of Appeals District, Place 3

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RUNOFF: Jerry Rodriguez is the right choice in the Democratic Party Primary runoff for Harris County Constable, Precinct 5

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RUNOFF: Annette Ramirez is the right choice in the Democratic Party Primary runoff for Harris County Tax Assessor

ENDORSED

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JJerry Zimmerer was elected Justice 14th Court of Appeals in November 2018 Jerry received his undergraduate degree from Houston Baptist University, JD from South Texas College of Law Houston, and bothe Masters of Laws (Health L and International Law) from the University of Houston Law Center He completed his legal internship at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Ethics Section and is credentialed in domestic and international arbitration by the A A White Institute In service to his professional community,

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STATE REP. SHAWN THIERRY IS THE RIGHT DEMOCRAT...

AUBREY R TAYLOR REPORTS©

As the publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper, I’m strongly encouraging my non-partisan readership to join myself, State Rep Nicole D Collier (HD-95), State Rep Barbara GervinHawkins (HD-120), as we encourage the residents of (HD-146) to support State Rep Shawn Nicole Thierry

Sincerely,

Aubrey R Taylor

Investigative Reporter/ Member of the Press (281)788-3033

AI’M ENDORSING SHAWN

“As past Chair of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus, I worked with Rep Thierry to address the maternal mortality crisis which disproportionately impacts Black women in our state. Her leadership on this issue, along with reducing food insecurity, and tackling the youth e-vaping epidemic have shown her to be a Member who is hardworking and effective She serves District 146 with passion and commitment.”

Texas State Representative

NICOLE D. COLLIER

(House District 95)

Chair Emeritus, Texas Legislative Black Caucus

I’M ENDORSING STATE REP. SHAWN THIERRY

I“I serve with Vice Chair Thierry on the esteemed House Ways and Means Committee and have witnessed her leadership on providing property tax relief for hardworking families and our small business owners across Texas. Rep. Thierry has proven herself to ba a very thoughtful, and formidable stateswoman She represents her District with conviction and integrity ”

Texas State Representative

BARBARA GERVIN-HAWKINS

(House District 120)

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So, don’t just vote for State Representative Shawn Thierry, VOTE for CHARACTER; CHARACTER in the protection of our children

DR. NISSI HAMILTON

International Motivational Speaker & Human Trafficking Survivor

WWW.RUNNINGWITHTHIERRY.COM

Vice Chair, Texas Legislative Black Caucus

Vice Chair, S/C Appropriations Artice III

Vice Chair, Educational Opportunity & Enrichment

STATE REP. THIERRY IS ENDORSED BY OVER 500 LOCAL PASTORS...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 9, 2024

Media Contact: Manuel Medina

Phone: (281) 930-6977

Email: Thierryfortexas@gmail,com

MMajor Political Shift in House

District 146 Democratic Race State Representative Shawn Thierry Announces Largest Number of Endorsements in Democratic Primary Runoff History: Five Hundred Black Baptist Ministers now weigh in “We Are Standing With Shawn ”

Houston, TX - April 9, 2024 - State Representative Shawn Thierry, the four-term incumbent of House District 146, proudly announces the unprecedented endorsement from the largest collective of African American Baptist ministers ever assembled in a Democratic primary runoff Over 500 individual pastors from multiple Baptist Ministers alliances across the Houston Metropolitan Area and Fort Bend County have thrown their support behind State Rep

Shawn Thierry

The powerful coalition of pastors underscores the historic and influential pivotal role that the Black church has in shaping African-American civic engagement and mobilizing communities against societal injustices The powerful faith-based coalition of ministers includes:

Baptist Ministers’ Association of Houston & Vicinity led by its President, Dr. Max A. Miller Jr , Houston Metropolitan Baptist Ministers’ Conference led by President, Dr S J. Gilbert, Northeast Harris County Ministers Alliance led by President Pastor Rolin Robertson, Minister ’s Coalition of Harris

County & Vicinity led by President, Dr M D Morrison Sr , and the Fort Bend County Ministers Coalition led by its President, Pastor Michael V Ellison

"We are now standing strong with Representative Thierry, shielding her from false attacks and putting our faith in action solidly behind her," said the coalition of pastors in a joint statement "We urge our communities to go back to the polls to vote in the upcoming runoff and support Representative Thierry, a proven leader with a genuine commitment to issues affecting African Americans and especially our children "

"Scripture reminds us that whenever God’s servants appeared to face trials alone, God's protection and provision remained ever-present Rest assured, that Rep Thierry was not, and is not standing alone. Shawn Thierry has exemplified courage and character in her mission to safeguard the children of our communities While we are dismayed by the adult burdens and content that some others wish to impose on our children, we are inspired by Rep Thierry's courageous leadership We stand with her today and will be standing by her tomorrow, and each day going forward knowing that just as God protected Ruth, He will protect Shawn in her noble mission to serve the people of District 146, " stated Dr M D Morrison Sr

"I am overwhelmed, overjoyed, humbled, and honored to announce that our campaign has been blessed to receive the endorsement of over 500 sitting Black pastors Their congregations include residents who live in District 146 and throughout the entire city of Houston including Fort Bend In a meeting with leadership, I was told that this unprecedented level of unity is a testament to the hard work I've poured into our communities over the last seven years, coupled with my refusal to place political expediency over the health, safety, and development of African American children,"

said Representative Shawn Thierry Representative Thierry, a proud native of the South Park and Westbury communities in District 146, currently resides in the Third Ward community, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to the District she serves Her track record as a formidable lawmaker includes passing critical laws such as "The Panic Button" bill for school safety, expanding Medicaid access for low-income pregnant women, reducing property taxes for the elderly, protecting children in foster care, and protecting children from the dangers of e-cigarettes and irreversible sex reassignment surgeries under the age of 18 Representative Thierry has seniority in the Texas legislature, serving as the Vice Chair of the powerful Ways and Means Committee She is the only member of the Harris County delegation to sit on the Energy Committee She also serves as the second Vice-Chair of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus and has garnered the endorsement of the Houston Black American Democrats (HBAD)

The Democratic primary runoff in District 146 will take place from May 20 to May 24 for early voting, with election day on May 28 Representative Thierry's campaign, along with the unprecedented endorsement from the coalition of pastors, aims to counter false attacks by her opponent to ensure a fair election process

Rep Thierry concluded, "I am a mother, a product of HISD public schools, the daughter of an HISD educator, a graduate of two historically black colleges and universities, and a veteran attorney I am a proven leader who has delivered real results for real people With the support of the faith-based community and the hard-working people of District 146, we will continue moving forward together "

For more information about Representative Shawn Thierry's campaign, visit:

Pastor Rober tson Pastor Ellison Pastor Max Miller

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State Representative Shawn Thierr y

I’M ENDORSING STATE REP. SHAWN THIERRY

“CAPTAIN SMOKIE PHILLIPS ENDORSES STATE REP. SHAWN NICOLE THIERRY.”

I"I have known State Representative Thierry for many years and can attest to her dedication to our communities of color, particularly our seniors She adopts a 'boots-on-theground' approach and is readily available to collaborate on our mutual constituent needs such as welfare checks for the elderly, rental assistance matters, and more Shawn is a hard working single mother, and I endorse her as a public servant who cares about our community and gets things done "

CAPTAIN SMOKIE PHILLIPS Precinct 7 Constable-Elect Harris County, Texas

I’M ENDORSING SHAWN “COUNCILWOMAN CAROLYN EVANS SHABA ZZ ENDORSES STATE REP. SHAWN THIERRY.”

I“Issues such as public health and safety are best tackled when the city and state work together I worked tirelessly with Representative Thierry during the Covid-19 pandemic to help procure and distribute critical resources to our mutual constituents in the Sunnyside South Acres, and Third Ward communities My office has also worked in tandem with Rep Thierry to combat illegal dumping Representative Shawn Thierry is an effective state official who readily responds to District D, the District of Destination!”

COUNCILWOMAN CAROLYN EVANS-SHABA ZZ Houston City Council District D

“STATE REP. THIERRY CARES ABOUT US.”

ELECTION DAY IS ON TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024

AAfter nearly losing my life in childbirth, and learning that Texas has some of the highest rates of maternal mortality in the country, I knew that something more needed to be done In fact, I learned that Black women

are three times more likely to die in childbirth than all other women! That's why since 2017, I have led the way in the Texas legislature on this crisis From raising awareness,funding, and advancing policies to help increase access to quality maternal healthcare in our state W

DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RUNOFF: On Tuesday, May 28, 2024, State Representative Shawn Thierry will be on the Democratic Party Primary ballot running for re-election against Lauren Ashley Simmons State Rep Shawn Thierry is the right choice

I’M ENDORSING STATE REP. SHAWN THIERRY

“CONSTABLE SHERMAN EAGLETON PROUDLY ENDORSES STATE REP. SHAWN NICOLE THIERRY.”

Adding to Her Support: Rep. Shawn Thierry Secures

Endorsement from Another African-American Official; Constable Sherman Eagleton,“I’m Standing With Shawn.”

HHouston, TX - April 15, 2024 - In a significant development for the upcoming runoff election, Harris County Precinct 3 Constable Sherman Eagleton, a respected Democratic public servant, has thrown his support behind the Democratic incumbent Shawn Thierry, citing her accomplishments and proven track record in Texas of protecting youth and vulnerable adults from the crimes of human trafficking and sexual assault

Constable Eagleton stated, “I am standing with Shawn Thierry because not only is she an experienced member of the Texas House and serves as 2nd Vice Chair of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus, she is also extremely effective It goes without debate that Ms Thierry has been leading the charge in the Texas legislature in combating human trafficking She has passed multiple bills, such as HB 3553 and HB 3554, which protect youth who reside in foster care facilities, homeless youth centers, and on college campuses, from being victimized by human trafficking and sexual assault ”

“I am extremely honored and grateful for Constable Eagleton's strong support in my campaign for re-election. Together, we aim to continue our work in advocating for policies to eradicate the scourge of human trafficking and prioritize the safety and well-being of our communities,” said State Rep Shawn Thierry

Rep Thierry concluded, "I am a single mom who is a product of HISD public schools I went on as a graduate from two historically black colleges and universities and have been a veteran attorney for over 25 years I have lived in District 146 my entire life and have delivered real results for real people With the support of the hard-working people in our communities, we will continue moving forward together ” The Democratic primary runoff in District 146 will take place from May 20 to May 24 for early voting, with election day on May 28

For more information about Representative Shawn Thierry's campaign,visit www.RunningWithThierr y.com

WE’RE ENDORSING STATE REP. SHAWN THIERRY

THE ACROSS THE TRACK PAC ENDORSES

HBC NEWSPAPER REPORTS©

AAccording to State Rep Shawn Thierry (HD-146), her campaign has received the endorsement from the Across the Track PAC, a powerhouse of African-American business leaders dedicated to electing quality candidates who champion economic

empowerment and advancement for the community It’s about creating pathways to economic independence, and expanding access to opportunities

“I look foward to continuing to be a strong voice and a strong community partner at the state level,” said State Rep Thierry

State Rep Thierry explained that,”The

STATE REP. THIERRY

Across the Track PAC, is a powerful group of esteemed African-American business leaders including James Donatto, Francis Cook, Theldon R Branch III, State Senator Borris Miles, DMARS (Mr Kieth Davis), Charles Swindell, Brian Smith and many more ”

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“STATE REP . THIERRY IS A LAWMAKER. ”

BILLS AUTHORED/JOINT AUTHORED BY STATE REP. SHAWN THIERRY DURING THE 88TH LEGISL ATURE REGUL AR SESSION

Number of Bills: 112

HB 447 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 02/23/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Feb 23 2023 4:39PM

Caption: Relating to sales and use taxes imposed on certain assault weapons; imposing taxes

HB 460 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 02/23/2023 H Referred to Public Health:

Feb 23 2023 4:39PM

Caption: R e l a t i n g t o t h e c o m p o s i t i o n o f t h e Te x a s M a t e r n a l M o r t a l i t y a n d M o r b i d i t y R e v i e w

HB 465 Author: Thierry | Rose | Swanson | Frank | Hull

Last Action: 04/19/2023 S Referred to Health & Human Services

Caption: Relating to a pilot program to provide Medicaid coverage of doula services

HB 468 Author: Thierry Sponsor: LaMantia

Last Action: 05/17/2023 S Left pending in committee

C a p t i o n : Relating to health benefit plan coverage of hearing aids and cochlear implants for certain individuals

HB 470 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 02/23/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Feb 23 2023 4:39PM

Caption: Relating to an acute psychiatric bed registry to list available beds for the inpatient psychiatric treatment of certain individuals

HB 472 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 02/23/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Feb 23 2023 4:39PM

Caption: Relating to the creation of the office of health equity within the Health and Human Services Commission

HB 663 Author: Thierry | Oliverson | Harris, Caroline | Collier | Howard

Last Action: 05/01/2023 S Referred to Health & Human Services

C a p t i o n : R e l a t i n g t o t h e c o n f i d e n t i a l i t y a n d r e p o r t i n g o f c e r t a i n m a t e r n a l m o r t a l i t y i n f o r m at i o n t o t h e D e p a r t m e n t o f S t a t e H e a l t h S e r v i c e s a n d t o a w o r k g r o u p e s t a b l i s h i n g a m a

HB 669 Author: Thierry | Buckley | King, Tracy O | Collier

Last Action: 04/24/2023 H Laid on the table subject to call

Caption: Relating to school districts and open-enrollment charter schools providing silent panic alert technology in classrooms

HB 706 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 02/28/2023 H Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select: Feb 28 2023 4:13PM

Caption: Relating to a requirement that school districts and open-enrollment charter schools use metal detectors on each campus

HB 801 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/01/2023 H Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select: Mar 1 2023 11:49AM

Caption: Relating to requiring safety vestibules on public school campuses

HB 803 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/01/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 1 2023 11:49AM

Caption: Relating to the establishment of a work group to conduct a study on the feasibility of implementing an acute psychiatric bed registry

HB 814 Author: Thierry

Last Action:03/01/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 1 2023 11:49AM

Caption: Relating to an acknowledgment on receipt of an opioid prescription drug

HB 815 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/01/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 1 2023 11:49AM

Caption: Relating to distinctive packaging for opioid prescription drugs

HB 816 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/01/2023 H Referred to Public Health:

Mar 1 2023 11:49AM

Caption:Relating to warning labels for opioid prescription drugs

HB 852 Author: Thierry | Oliverson

Sponsor: Kolkhorst

Last Action: 06/12/2023 E Effective on 9/1/23

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HB 996

Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/02/2023 H Referred to Community Safety, Select: Mar 2 2023 3:47PM

Caption: Relating to the prosecution of the offenses of unlawful carrying of certain weapons and unlawful transfer of certain weapons

HB 1059 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 04/05/2023 H Left pending in committee

Caption: Relating to a prohibition on prosecuting or referring to juvenile court certain persons for certain conduct constituting the offense of prostitution, to the provision of services to those persons, and to the prosecution of related criminal offenses

HB 1118

Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/02/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Mar 2 2023 3:47PM

Caption: Relating to a franchise tax credit for entities that establish a grocery store or healthy corner store in a food desert

HB 1139 Author: Thierry

Last Action:03/02/2023 H Referred to Public Education: Mar 2 2023 3:47PM

Caption: Relating to the employment of fulltime registered nurses at public schools

HB 1142

Author: Thierry | Bucy | Harrison | Howard

Last Action: 04/24/2023 S Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres

Caption: Relating to measures to assist students enrolled at public institutions of higher education who are homeless or who are or were in foster care

HB 1162 Author: Thierry

Last Action:MN03/02/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 2 2023 3:47PM

Caption: R e l a t i n g t o c o n t i n u i n g e d u c a t i o n i n c u l t u r a l c o m p e t e n c e a n d i m p l i c i t b i a s f o r c e r t a i n p h y s i c i a n s

HB 1165 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/02/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 2 2023 3:47PM

Caption: Relating to medical education coursework in cultural competence and implicit bias

HB 1388 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/03/2023 H Referred to Community Safety, Select: Mar 3 2023 1:58PM

Caption: Relating to prohibiting the transfer of an assault weapon to certain recipients; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty

HB 1664 Author: Thierry | Jones, Jolanda

Last Action:03/07/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 7 2023 12:31PM

Caption: Relating to a study on maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women in this state

HB 1665 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/07/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 7 2023 12:31PM

Caption: Relating to the reimbursement of travel expenses incurred by Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee members

HB 1812 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/07/2023 H Referred to Public Educa-

tion: Mar 7 2023 12:31PM

Caption: Relating to authorizing school districts to provide funding using money received under the Foundation School Program to community-based organizations for purposes of reimbursing private employers for paid internships provided to certain students in career and technology education programs in the district

HB 1824 Author: Thierry | Reynolds

Last Action: 03/07/2023 H Referred to Health Care Reform, Select: Mar 7 2023 12:31PM

Caption: Relating to the Medicaid eligibility of certain women following a pregnancy

HB 1854 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/07/2023 H Referred to Public Education: Mar 7 2023 12:31PM

Caption: Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse assigned to the school during all instructional hours

HB 1863 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 05/03/2023 H Left pending in committee

Caption: Relating to the civil penalty for certain signs placed on the right-of-way of a public road

HB 1872 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/07/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 7 2023 12:31PM

Caption: Relating to the prohibited sale of certain flavored e-cigarettes; providing a civil penalty

HB 1887

Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/07/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Mar 7 2023 12:31PM

Caption: Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for maternity clothing

HB 1958 Author: Thierry | Reynolds | Jones, Jolanda

Last Action: 03/08/2023 H Referred to Health Care Reform, Select: Mar 8 2023 12:09PM

Caption: R e l a t i n g t o m a t e r n a l m o r t a l i t y a n d m o r b i d i t y i n t h i s s t a t e a n d M e d i c a i d e l i g i b i l i t y o f a n d c o v e r a g e f o r c e r t a i n s e r v i c e s p r o v i d e d t o p r e gn a n t w o m e n

HB 2301 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/09/2023 H Referred to Human Services: Mar 9 2023 2:44PM

Caption: Relating to emergency generators or other power sources for nursing facilities and assisted living facilities

HB 2399 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/09/2023 H Referred to Transportation: Mar 9 2023 2:44PM

Caption: Relating to the use of automated traffic control systems

HB 2438 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/13/2023 H Referred to Public Education: Mar 13 2023 3:37PM

Caption: Relating to requiring a school district to reimburse classroom teachers at certain grade levels for the cost of classroom supplies purchased with personal money

HB 2524 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/13/2023 H Referred to State Affairs: Mar 13 2023 3:37PM

Caption: R e l a t i n g t o t h e a u t h o r i t y o f t h e P u b l i c U t i l i t y C o m m i s s i o n o f Te x a s t o e n s u r e

HB 2552 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/13/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 13 2023 3:37PM

Caption: Relating to required suicide prevention training for certain health care practitioners

HB 2585 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/13/2023 H Referred to Elections: Mar 13 2023 3:37PM

Caption: Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education

HB 2679 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/13/2023 H Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs: Mar 13 2023 3:37PM

Caption: Relating to a study and report on the establishment and implementation of a program that provides financial assistance to property owners who offer housing to veterans at risk of homelessness

HB 2720 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/13/2023 H Referred to International Relations & Economic Development: Mar 13 2023 3:37PM

Caption: Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses

HB 2845 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/14/2023 H Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services: Mar 14 2023 11:22AM

Caption: Relating to reporting requirements for bank loans made to African Americanowned businesses

HB 2868 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/14/2023 H Referred to Public Education: Mar 14 2023 11:22AM

Caption: Relating to providing mental health services and mental health education to public school students at school-based health centers

HB 2869 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/14/2023 H Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence: Mar 14 2023 11:22AM

Caption: Relating to the duration of certain protective orders

HB 2870 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/14/2023 H Referred to Transportation: Mar 14 2023 11:22AM

Caption: Relating to the use of automated traffic control systems by certain municipalities

HB 3022 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/14/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 14 2023 11:22AM

Caption: Relating to prohibited delivery sales of e-cigarettes

HB 3027

Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/14/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 14 2023 11:22AM

Caption: Relating to creating a criminal offense for the unlawful sale or transfer of a single-use e-cigarette product

HB 3040 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/14/2023 H Referred to Urban Affairs: Mar 14 2023 11:22AM

Caption: Relating to substandard residential building fines issued by certain municipalities

HB 3047 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/14/2023 H Referred to State Affairs: Mar 14 2023 11:22AM

Caption: Relating to a study by the Public Utility Commission of Texas regarding grid resilience and emergency response in electric power generation

HB 3071 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/14/2023 H Referred to State Affairs: Mar 14 2023 11:22AM

Caption: Relating to the development of electricity demand response programs

HB 3153 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/15/2023 H Referred to Land & Resource Management: Mar 15 2023 11:33AM

Caption: Relating to the adoption of county and municipal building codes for the insulation and protection of piping in new residential construction

HB 3154 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/15/2023 H Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety: Mar 15 2023 11:33AM

Caption: Relating to the authority to arrest a person without a warrant

HB 3272 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/15/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Mar 15 2023 11:33AM

Caption: Relating to the eligibility of a person to serve on the appraisal review board of certain appraisal districts

HB 3273 Author: Thierry

Sponsor: Bettencourt

Last Action: 06/18/2023 E Effective on 1/1/24

Caption: R e l a t i n g t o p u b l i c n o t i c e o f t h e a v a i l a b i l i t y o n t h e I n t e r n e t o f p r o p e r t y - t a x - r e l a t e d i n f o r m a t i o n

HB 3291 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/15/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Mar 15 2023 11:33AM

Caption: Relating to the deadline for certain officials of an appraisal district to take certain actions

HB 3383 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/15/2023 H Referred to Urban Affairs: Mar 15 2023 11:33AM

Caption: R e l a t i n g t o t h e e l i g i b i l i t y o f c e rt a i n m u n i c i p a l i t i e s t o e s t a b l i s h h o m e s t e a d p r e s e rv a t i o n d i s t r i c t s a n d r e i n v e s t m e n t z o n e s a n d t o c e r t a i n r e g u l a t o r y p r o h i b i t i o n s a p p l i c a

HB 3410 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/16/2023 H Referred to State Affairs: Mar 16 2023 11:39AM

Caption: Relating to staff development for public school employees in cultural competence and implicit bias and to discrimination on the basis of hair texture or protective hairstyle associated with race

HB 3551 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/16/2023 H Referred to Human Services: Mar 16 2023 11:39AM

Caption: Relating to presumptive eligibility of certain elderly individuals for home and communitybased services under Medicaid

HB 3552 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/16/2023 H Referred to State Affairs: Mar 16 2023 11:39AM

Caption: Relating to the creation of the Texas Slavery and Segregation Commission

HB 3553 Author: Thierry | Shaheen | Moody | Jetton | Cook

Sponsor: Whitmire

Last Action: 06/09/2023 E Effective on 9/1/23

Caption: Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for certain offenses if committed at certain locations

HB 3554 Author: Thierry | Shaheen | Moody | Jetton | Cook Sponsor: Whitmire

Last Action: 06/09/2023 E Effective on 9/1/23

Caption: Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of trafficking of persons if committed at certain locations

HB 3599 Author: Thierry | Swanson | Raymond | Landgraf Sponsor: Hinojosa

Last Action: 06/10/2023 E Effective on 9/1/23

Caption: Relating to an exemption from certain motor fuel taxes for, and registration fees for motor vehicles owned by, certain nonprofit food banks

HB 3724 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/20/2023 H Referred to Health Care Reform, Select: Mar 20 2023 3:35PM

Caption: Relating to the maternal mental health peer support pilot program for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder

HB 3725 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/20/2023 H Referred to Human Services: Mar 20 2023 3:35PM

Caption: Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for doula services and reports on the provision of those services

HB 3726 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/20/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 20 2023 3:35PM

Caption: Relating to a study on infant mortality and maternal mortality and morbidity in this state

HB 3845 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 04/26/2023 H Withdrawn from schedule

Caption: Relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology

HB 3872 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/20/2023 H Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select: Mar 20 2023 3:35PM

Caption: Relating to hiring and employment requirements for persons in direct contact with children at certain facilities

HB 4334 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/21/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 21 2023 12:28PM

Caption: Relating to the provision and delivery of certain health, mental health, and educational services in this state, including the delivery of those services using telecommunications or information technology

HB 4353 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/21/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Mar 21 2023 12:28PM

Caption: Relating to taxes on e-cigarettes and alternative nicotine products; imposing taxes; imposing reporting and recordkeeping requirements

HB 4758 Author: Thierry | Anderson | Slawson Sponsor: Springer

Last Action: 06/17/2023 E Effective on 1/1/24

Caption: Relating to a prohibition on certain e-cigarette products; creating a criminal offense

HB 4772 Author: Thierry | Burrows | Noble | Button | Cortez

Last Action: 05/11/2023 S Referred to Finance

Caption: Relating to an excise tax on, and storage, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements for, certain nontobacco nicotine products; providing a civil penalty; imposing a tax

HB 5115 Author: Thierry | Hefner | Shine

Last Action: 04/17/2023 H Left pending in committee

Caption: Relating to the collection of state, municipal, and county hotel occupancy taxes by an accommodations intermediary

HR 304 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 02/22/2023 H Reported enrolled: Feb 22 2023 1:23PM

Caption: Honoring The Woman's Hospital of Texas on HCA Advocacy Day at the State Capitol

HR 667 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 03/28/2023 H Reported enrolled: Mar 28 2023 2:05PM

Caption: Commending Bobbie Cohen for her service to the Greater Houston Section of the National Council of Jewish Women

HR 671 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 04/05/2023 H Reported enrolled: Apr 5 2023 5:33PM

Caption: Commemorating the 55th anniversary of Scouts BSA Troop No 434 in Sunnyside

HR 897 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 04/03/2023 H Reported enrolled: Apr 3 2023 4:24PM

Caption: In memory of former Houston City Council member Ada Jean Edwards

HR 2091 Author: Thierry

Last Action: 05/30/2023 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2023 3:19PM

Caption: Congratulating Ellery A Richard of Second Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Houston on his 19th pastoral anniversary

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Joint Author (36):

HB 2 Author: Meyer | Bonnen | Burrows | Thierry | Raymond

Last Action: 05/02/2023 S Referred to Local Government

Caption: Relating to providing property tax relief through the public school finance system and property tax appraisal and administration

HB 12 Author: Rose | Thompson, Senfronia | Walle | Thierry | Howard

Sponsor: Kolkhorst

Last Action: 06/18/2023 E Effective immediately

Caption: Relating to the duration of services provided under Medicaid to women following a pregnancy

HB 70 Author: Howard | Geren | Thierry | Guerra

Last Action: 02/23/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Feb 23 2023 4:39PM

Caption: Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for certain feminine hygiene products

HB 72 Author: Zwiener | Talarico | González, Mary | Thierry

Last Action: 02/23/2023 H Referred to Public Education: Feb 23 2023 4:39PM

Caption: Relating to the instruction about bullying and harassment in the required health curriculum for public school students

HB 199 Author: Howard | Thierry | Patterson | Sherman, Sr

Last Action: 02/23/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Feb 23 2023 4:39PM

Caption: Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for child and adult diapers

HB 279 Author: Jetton | Bhojani | González, Jessica | Shaheen | Thierry

Sponsor: Bettencourt

Last Action:05/24/2023 E Vetoed by the Governor

Caption: Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of trafficking of persons

HB 300 Author: Howard | Button | Neave Criado | Thierry | Leach

Sponsor: Huffman

Last Action: 05/10/2023 S Co-sponsor authorized

Caption: Relating to an exemption from sales and use taxes for certain family care items

HB 389 Author: Collier | Button | Thierry | Ordaz

Last Action: 05/11/2023 H Postponed

Caption: Relating to health benefit coverage for certain fertility preservation services under certain health benefit plans

HB 687 Author: Cole | Manuel | Plesa | Thierry

Sponsor: Blanco

Last Action: 05/24/2023 S Removed from local & uncontested calendar

Caption: Relating to the enrollment period for newborns under certain employer health benefit plans

HB 795 Author: Thompson, Ed | Thierry | Campos

Last Action: 04/04/2023 H Left pending in committee

Caption: Relating to emergency generators or other power sources for nursing facilities and as-

sisted living facilities

HB 844 Author: Patterson | Thierry | Leach

Sponsor: Paxton

Last Action: 06/09/2023 E Effective on 9/1/23

Caption: Relating to crime victims' compensation for criminally injurious conduct in connection with trafficking of persons

HB 964 Author: Jetton | Leo-Wilson | Cook | Thierry | Garcia

Last Action: 04/27/2023 S Referred to Criminal Justice

Caption: Relating to the applicability of sex offender registration requirements to the offense of improper relationship between educator and student

HB 1251 Author: Plesa | Thierry | Patterson | Guillen | Raymond

Last Action: 03/03/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Mar 3 2023 1:58PM

Caption: Relating to eligibility for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of certain first responders

HB 1847 Author: Howard | Thierry | Bowers

Last Action: 05/05/2023 S Referred to Health & Human Services

Caption: Relating to an exception to certain reporting requirements for health care providers reviewing information on maternal mortality and morbidity for the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee

HB 1953 Author: Plesa | Thierry | Lopez, Ray | Howard

Last Action: 03/08/2023 H Referred to Public Health: Mar 8 2023 12:09PM

Caption: Relating to exceptions to laws prohibiting abortion

HB 2093 Author: Manuel | Thierry | Rose | Ordaz

Last Action: 05/05/2023 S Referred to State Affairs

Caption: Relating to the minimum duration of a protective order

HB 2129 Author: Burns | Thierry Sponsor: Hinojosa

Last Action: 06/12/2023 E Effective on 9/1/23

Caption: Relating to a merchant allowing a person suspected of committing or attempting to commit theft to complete a theft education program

HB 2476 Author: Garcia | Shine | Lopez, Ray | Thierry | Morales Shaw

Last Action: 05/12/2023 S Referred to Vet Affairs

Caption: Relating to the adoption of a veterans' land bank program by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation

HB 2488 Author: Geren | Metcalf | Thierry | Johnson, Ann Sponsor: Alvarado

Last Action: 06/13/2023 E Effective on 9/1/23

Caption: Relating to the burden of proof in certain ad valorem tax appeals

HB 2592 Author: Cole | Thierry | Plesa | Turner | Bernal

Last Action: 03/13/2023 H Referred to Business & Industry: Mar 13 2023 3:37PM

Caption: Relating to a landlord's duty to

provide and maintain a functioning air conditioning system or unit in an apartment

HB 2648 Author: Harless | Thierry

Last Action: 04/03/2023 H Left pending in committee

Caption: Relating to the authority of certain municipalities and local government corporations to use certain tax revenue for certain qualified projects and project-associated infrastructure

HB 2737 Author: Ashby | Thierry | Raymond

Last Action: 03/13/2023 H Referred to Ways & Means: Mar 13 2023 3:37PM

Caption: Relating to a credit or refund for diesel fuel taxes paid on diesel fuel used in this state by auxiliary power units or power take-off equipment

HB 2747 Author: Darby | Shine | Craddick | GervinHawkins | Thierry

Last Action: 05/11/2023 H Placed on General State Calendar

Caption: Relating to a requirement that each appraisal district periodically confirm that recipients of residence homestead exemptions qualify for those exemptions

HB 2983 Author: Oliverson | Rose | Raymond | Manuel | Thierry

Last Action: 05/01/2023 S Referred to Health & Human Services

Caption: Relating to a pilot project to provide medical nutrition assistance to certain Medicaid recipients in this state

HB 3354 Author: Jones, Jolanda | Thierry

Last Action: 03/15/2023 H Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence: Mar 15 2023 11:33AM

Caption: Relating to the timely testing of evidence for controlled substances and dangerous drugs and the dismissal of certain criminal charges

HB 3358 Author: Button | Capriglione | Shine | Thierry | Turner

Last Action: 05/11/2023 H Placed on General State Calendar

Caption: Relating to the amount of the refund to which certain persons are entitled of sales and use taxes imposed on tangible personal property used to provide cable television services, Internet access service, or telecommunications service

HB 3555 Author: Plesa | Leach | Landgraf | Thierry

Last Action: 05/11/2023 H Placed on General State Calendar

Caption: Relating to the dissemination of certain school district ad valorem tax-related information

HB 3570 Author: Schatzline | Thierry | Schaefer | Johnson, Ann

Last Action: 05/11/2023 H Placed on General State Calendar

Caption: Relating to restricting access to sexual material harmful to minors on an Internet website

HB 3640 Author: Noble | Raymond | Thierry | Klick

Last Action: 04/26/2023 S Referred to Local Government

Caption: Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of a property other than a residence homestead that is the primary residence of an adult who has an intellectual or developmental disability and who must be re-

lated to the owner or trustee of the property within a certain degree by consanguinity

HB 4478 Author: Button | Noble | Raymond | Thierry | Shine

Last Action: 04/17/2023 H Left pending in committee

Caption: Relating to the establishment of a limitation on the total amount of ad valorem taxes that a county may impose on the residence homesteads of individuals who are disabled or elderly and their surviving spouses

HB 4809 Author: Capriglione | Frank | Stucky | Thierry

Last Action: 04/17/2023 H Left pending in committee

Caption: Relating to the strong families credit against certain taxes for entities that contribute to certain organizations

HB 5100 Author: Bhojani | Turner | Thierry | Button | Shine

Last Action: 04/24/2023 H Left pending in committee

Caption: Relating to a one-time credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed by a taxing unit on the residence homestead of a first-time home buyer and to the effect of the credit on the determina-

tion of the taxable value of a school district

HJR 1 Author: Meyer | Bonnen | Burrows | Thierry | Raymond

Last Action:05/02/2023 S Referred to Local Government

Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of real property for ad valorem tax purposes and to except certain appropriations to pay for ad valorem tax relief from the constitutional limitation on the rate of growth of appropriations

HJR 45 Author: Shaheen | Frank | Oliverson | Thierry | Gervin-Hawkins

Last Action: 04/19/2023 H Failed of adoption

Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county of a portion of the value of the residence homestead of a physician who provides health care services for which the physician agrees not to seek payment from any source, including the Medicaid program or otherwise from this state or the federal government, to county residents who are indigent or who are Medicaid recipients

HJR 150 Author:Noble | Thierry | Klick | Raymond

Last Action: 05/02/2023 S Referred to Local Government

Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the market value of a property that is the primary residence of an adult who has an intellectual or developmental disability and who must be related to the owner or trustee of the property within a certain degree by consanguinity

HR 474 Author: Jones, Jolanda | Thierry | Allen

Last Action: 03/07/2023 H Reported enrolled: Mar 7 2023 2:50PM

Caption: Recognizing March 7, 2023, as Texas Southern University Day at the State Capitol

All Houston Business Connections Newspaper readers are strongly encouraged to vote for State Representative Shawn Thierry on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, in the race for House District 146, in Harris County

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Born and raised near downtown Houston, Gerardo “Jerry” Rodriguez, is a proud second-generation Mexican American who is family-centered and devoted to his community. Growing up from a humbling neighborhood, Jerry was faced with challenges that inspired him to seek out answers to the injustices of our society. After

searching for some time, Jerry found his calling If he wanted to see change in this society, he needed to be the change Jerry enrolled in the police academy at age 21 and has never looked back.

After graduating from Lamar High School, Jerry continued his educational journey at the University of Houston-Downtown where he earned his law enforcement certification and earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in Criminal Justice Jerry has also dedicated himself to the safety of our community with a remarkable

18 years in law enforcement, nearly 17 of those years with Harris County Precinct 5

His dedication to fostering a more informed society led him to a fulfilling role as a criminal justice professor for Lone Star College Over the course of nine years, Jerry had the privilege of shaping the minds of aspiring criminal justice professionals, instilling in them the values of ethics, critical thinking, and effective problem-solving

Currently serving as a sergeant at Harris County Precinct 5, Jerry is ready to continue on with his path in helping his community by stepping forward as your choice for Harris County Constable Precinct 5 Let's stand with Jerry and together we can pave the way to a brighter, better community that we can call home

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“GREATER OPPORTUNITY PARTY . ”

PAID BY KENNETH OMORUYI FOR CONGRESS

“I’M ASKING FOR YOUR VOTE. ”

“ M y j o u r n e y f r o m N i g e r i a t o Te x a s h a s g i v e n m e a unique perspective on the American Dream. The promise of the American Dream, however, is long gone I'll fight to ensure that EVERY Citizen of this Great Nation has a shot at success, no matter what.” - KENNETH

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Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale endorses Kenneth for Congress

Gary Polland, publisher of the TEXAS CONSERVATIVE REVIEW proudly endorses Kenneth Omoruyi for U S Congress

Terry Lowry, publisher of the LINK LETTER proudly endorses Kenneth for Congress

Paul Simpson, former chairman of the HARRIS COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY proudly endorses Kenneth for Congress

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“RE-ELECT JUDGE JERALYNN MANOR.”

“On behalf of Aubrey R. Taylor Communications, the publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper we would like to thank Judge Jeralynn Manor, the presiding judge for the 80th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas for finding value in our mission to inform and empower our nonpartisan readership.”

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JJeralynn Manor was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana Her mother was a nurse, and her father a career officer with the New Orleans Police Department. There he set the bar high for his daughter He attained numerous awards and accommodations, including various achievements, such as becoming the first African American counter-sniper for the SWAT department and the first African American diver on the dive team Manor ’s hard work and high goal standards are certainly founded in her bloodline Manor ’s “service to all mankind” mantra and dedication to her craft is evidenced in her career achievements

Manor studied philosophy at Xavier University in New Orleans before finishing her undergraduate studies in Administration of Justice at Texas Southern University She went on to Thurgood Marshall School of Law, where she earned the American Juris Prudence Award in Bankruptcy under the tutelage of the Honorable Justice Manual Leal of the Southern District of Texas Bankruptcy Court and won 1st place in the Mock Trial competition In 2001 Manor earned her Juris Doctorate and became a licensed attorney by the Texas Supreme Court In her 20 years of practicing law, Attorney Manor has worked in several areas She concentrated her early career as a fee attorney for 3 major title companies Throughout her fee attorney and escrow practice, Manor closed and played an integral role in helping thousands of Texas to achieve home ownership

Judge Manor resides in Houston, where she raises her children and continues serving the community on and off the bench

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ABOUT FREDERICK A PHILLIPS...

Fredericka Phillips is a native of Beaumont, Texas Fredericka attended college at Lamar University Beaumont where she received a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice graduating cum laude in 1996 Fredericka relocated to Houston in 1997 to attend South Texas College of Law where she was a member of law review Fredericka received her Juris Doctorate in May 2000 and practiced law for over 16 years representing clients in state and federal courts across the country

Fredericka was elected judge of the 61st District Court in November 2016 and sworn in January 1, 2017

Fredericka Phillips and her two daughters, Ashley and Amber, live in Houston

ABOUT THE 61ST CIVIL DISTRICT COURT IN HARRIS COUNT Y...

The 61st Civil District Court is a court of general jurisdiction for resolving civil disputes in which the amount in controversy is $200 or more involving property, contract disputes, and other civil matters in which jurisdiction is not placed in another trial court Examples of cases this court hears are contract disputes, personal injury matters, wrongful death cases, medical malpractice, tax appraisal appeals, and property disputes

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ELECTION DAY: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024

I’m asking for you to vote Democrat...

Character, Excellence, and Experience You Can Trust in the Cour thouse

Meet Judge Thornton

SSince being elected in 2020, I have served as the presiding Judge of the 164th Civil District Court in Harris County Previously, I was a Senior Assistant County Attorney for Harris County, a role that placed me at the forefront of legal matters shaping our region Throughout my distinguished career, I have also held pivotal positions such as General Counsel for Texas Southern University, an Administrative Law Judge, and Assistant Attorney General IV for the State of Texas Guiding the next generation of leaders, I've had the privilege of imparting knowledge at Lone Star and Houston Community College

Embracing the belief that genuine public service extends to community enrichment, I have engaged in volunteer work spanning various echelons of society From holding the role of Precinct Chair for Precinct 228 to assuming a position on my civic club's board, my commitment runs deep Notable among my contributions are my role as Co-Chair for the Houston Bar Association’s Gender Fairness Committee, service on the Executive Board of the Houston Lawyer Referral Service Board, and leadership as Senate District 13’s General Counsel and Chair of the Houston Police Advisory Board My efforts have garnered recognition, including the 2018 Top 50 Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs of Texas Award, the esteemed Houston Bar Association’s President Award, and the distinguished Alex Award for Legal Excellence

Three-Term Waller County

Precinct #3 Constable (2013-Present)

CEO of Miracles in Motion (Drug Treatment Rehab Facility served hundreds of men and women (1980-2000)

Owner, Holy Smoke BBQ

Native of Waller County, Resident of PV Community Activist/Organizer(35-years)

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MEET JUDGE GARCIA

Judge Israel B Garcia, Jr was born and raised in Austin, Texas His father was an emigrant from Mexico who became a United States citizen when Judge Garcia was 10 years old This remains a very proud moment for the Garcia Family Judge Garci ́ a's mother was born and raised in Austin, Texas

Judge Garcia attended public schools and attended The University of Texas at Austin where he majored in Government and earned his Bachelor's Degree Upon graduation, Judge Garcia attended Thurgood Marshall School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctorate Judge Garci ́ a was the first member of his family to graduate from a University and obtain a professional license

Judge Garcia began his legal career as a sole practitioner with offices in

Austin, Dallas and Houston Judge Garcia worked on cases ranging from traffic tickets, divorces, commercial litigation, criminal cases and serious personal injury cases For over 28 years as a practicing Attorney, Judge Garcia was a true general practitioner

Judge Garcia is active in several community groups and civic clubs, including serving as legal counsel to LULAC Council 402 LULAC Council 402 is known as the "Education" Council and has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships to deserving Harris County area students Assisting young students and working with children remains a passion of Judge Garcia

Judge Garcia ran as a first-time candidate for and was elected as Justice of the

Peace Precinct 5, Place 1 in the 2020

Presidential election

Judge Garcia’s focus is on providing 21st Century customer service to the citizens of Harris County through stateof-the-art technology and a highly experienced staff to deliver the best possible service in a timely and efficient manner

2,400 years ago, Socrates aptly described the essential qualities of a good judge: "Four things belong to a judge: To hear courteously; to answer wisely; to consider soberly; and to decide impartially " These words remain as true today as they were when Socrates first spoke them

Judge Garcia strives daily to employ these ideals

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