HOUSTON - "Yesterday's tragic shooting in the Memorial Wilcrest area could have been far worse if not for the nearly immediate response of Harris County Pct 5 Deputy Constables, HPD Officers, and the Houston SWAT team." said Senator Bettencourt, who …
Continue ReadingDallas – Today, Senator Paul Bettencourt (SD-7) voiced his opposition to a secessionist GOP platform plank under discussion at the Texas State Republican Convention in Dallas. “Texans have always had a proud history to fall back on in both good …
Continue ReadingAustin – The Texas Supreme Court today ruled that the school funding system currently in place in Texas does meet constitutional requirements. In their opinion, the Supreme Court highlighted three major themes: the current system meets constitutional requirements, Texas schools …
Continue ReadingHouston – The Senate Select Committee on Property Tax Reform and Relief met today at the University of Houston to take testimony regarding ever-increasing property taxes and burdensome appraisal process in Texas. Chairman Paul Bettencourt (SD-7), committee members Senator Brandon …
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