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Fletcher's proposed CARS for Vets Act 'provides a critical fix to allow disabled veterans to replace the adapted vehicles they need'
By Timothy Stuckey | May 30, 2021
Rep. Lizzie Fletcher (D-Houston) recently proposed the Care Access Resources for Vets Act (CARS) in an effort to make it easier for disabled veterans to get vehicles that have been adjusted to meet their specific needs, according to a press release.
Miles commemorates the 30th anniversary of 'Houston legend' Mickey Leland's Environmental Internship Program
By Timothy Stuckey | May 30, 2021
Sen. Borris Miles (D-Houston) recently commemorated the Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program's (MLEIP) 30th anniversary on May 26.
'Great bill': Bettencourt applauds Texas Senate's recent approval of public anti-camping legislation
By Timothy Stuckey | May 28, 2021
House Bill 1925 (HB 1925), which authorizes a statewide ban on homeless encampments, was recently approved by the Texas Senate by a vote of 28 to three, according to a press report.
'These incidents cannot continue to occur': Green urges Senate to approve George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
By Timothy Stuckey | May 28, 2021
Rep. Al Green (D-Houston) recently urged the United States Senate to pass legislation that would resolve a variety of policies and concerns regarding police conduct and transparency in law enforcement.
Middleton passes resolution urging Congress to drop proposed 'court-packing' legislation
By Timothy Stuckey | May 28, 2021
State Rep. Mayes Middleton (R-Wallisville) and The Texas House of Representatives recently passed legislation asking Congress to amend the US Constitution to keep the number of Supreme Court Justices at nine.
Hidalgo requests investigation of Hurricane Harvey funding formula as Houston, Harris County 'received nothing'
By Timothy Stuckey | May 27, 2021
Judge Lina Hidalgo of Harris County has asked President Joe Biden's Department of Housing and Urban Development to investigate the formula used to assess federal funding allocations after Houston and Harris County's applications were denied, according to a press report.
Thierry 'glad to be out of hospital' following health scare
By Timothy Stuckey | May 26, 2021
Rep. Shawn Thierry (D-Houston) recently announced she has been released from the hospital after experiencing severe health issues.
'Make a plan': NOAA expects above-average hurricane season
By Timothy Stuckey | May 25, 2021
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently forecasted an above-average Atlantic hurricane season this year, according to a press report.