The 2020 United States state legislative elections were held on November 3, 2020 for 86 state legislative chambers in 44 states. The more we train and educate future workers, the stronger our workforce will be – whether it’s a certificate, Associates degree, four-year degree or advanced degree. But as cities and municipalities across the state are finding out now, SB2, which capped property tax growth, also capped the ability for cities and counties to meet budgets and will inevitably result in cuts across the board. Like many Americans, I was sickened and saddened watching the video of the killing of George Floyd. This effort is but one example of real, tangible solutions that will have a positive impact upon our environment. SOLUTION: TUNE in TEXAS by creating opportunities to involve citizens in the political process. Economy. The 2020 elections will feature a broad field of Democratic and Republican candidates in a fight that will determine control of Texas. Provides information on legislation, committees, Texas house, and session. Texas House of Representatives elections, 2020 - Ballotpedia I support and have participated in protests from the Park Cities to East Dallas and join a long standing American tradition of protest in the face of racism and social injustice. Rick Walker. Texas should comply with the judge’s ruling. This means, for example, our local workforce commissions must be available to help guide people to opportunities for re-training or other short-term employment. The lawsuit was brought forth by former foster care children. Immigration is part of the American story. Understanding the impact of COVID, Governor Abbott made thoughtful amendments to aid the election process this fall, including adding an extra week of early voting and allowing a voter to deliver a marked mail ballot in person to the early voting clerk’s office prior to and including on election day. [2], In October 2020, The Washington Post identified this state election as one of eight whose outcomes could affect partisan balance during post-census redistricting. Operation Connectivity is a joint effort, including Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Education Agency, the Dallas Independent School District and business and education leaders across the state that aims to connect students to learning by providing both a device and internet connectivity through the 2020-2021 school year and beyond. Website for the Texas House of Representatives. The effort also looks to tackle the challenge presented by the digital divide through wifi connectivity. What made this effort significant was the broad coalition of individuals and organizations that came together to lend their voice to the effort. The health and safety of your families are important to me, and on that House floor, in committee meetings and hearing, we need a fighter up for a challenge with a proven track record you can trust. Texas House of Representatives Texas House District 47 2020 General Election. TX primary and election races. In general, I favor government be closest to the people. Real property tax reform is needed in Texas, and the measures to do so include increasing the homestead exemption. I think Texas needs to create it's own task force of state located resources of business and healthcare experts and leaders and decouple from those offered by the federal government. Our state must do a better job of caring for our most vulnerable populations, especially our children in foster care. I would like to see libertarian principles implemented in Texas state government . Divorce, 2001Bankruptcy, 2005 (Due to business decline following 9/11). Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Log in to add candidates to your sample ballot, Age: My decision to run for this seat in 2014 was based on wanting to be a part of creating a strong future for my children – Katharine, Elizabeth, and Asher. For questions regarding candidates and races covered here, please email us at editorialboard@dallasnews.com. (469) 619-7837, Web site: Texas candidates for Governor, state reps and Congress (Senators / House of Representatives). Our goal as a state is to have 60 percent of Texans between the ages of 25 and 34 obtain a credential by 2030, according to the Texas Higher Education coordinating Board’s 60x30 plan. Texans don’t quit, and neither do I. Since March, I’ve personally helped hundreds of constituents impacted by COVID – from individual unemployment claims to small businesses needing assistance to hosting ZOOM calls to communicate with parents of public schoolchildren. That also includes modeling the behavior and sacrifices necessary for the district to recover and not ignoring the impact of communities of color, of those hardest hit by evictions and COVID-19. 2020 Candidates. I never stopped running because the issues I ran on and the people I sought to represent in 2018 still matter and they matter now more than ever. I think the question is one of constitutionality of the actions of the State. I don't support the expansion of any restrictions on gun ownership. At the same time, we have immigration laws and they should be enforced. I’ll make it a top priority to see that the state follows through on this promise of shouldering more of the funding for public education. 40, Address: My wife and I have lived in various parts of House District 108 for more than two decades, including the Deep Ellum area, Uptown, the M Streets and University Park. I am proudly endorsed by Everytown for Gun Safety, am a Moms Demand Action Gun Sense candidate, and am endorsed by the Brady PAC and take seriously the need for stronger background checks including gun sales to strangers, and so should any responsible gun owner in Texas. The state’s population is growing and so are demands for city and county services. Compare the answers for the candidates for Texas State Representative - District 102 ... 2020. Texas State Representative - District 106 Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Voting for this election ended Nov. 3, 2020. morganmeyerfortexas.com/, Age: Secretary of State Candidate Information. Texas State Representative - District 106 Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Voting for this election ended Nov. 3, 2020. 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I support the calls for a statewide Use of Force policy and will support legislation authored by the Texas Legislative Black Caucus and spearheaded by members of the N. Texas delegation that addresses qualified immunity and no-knock warrants among other issues. The questions and responses below appear as they were submitted to an online survey. Answer not available, Facebook: The state should receive bi-partisan input from elected state lawmakers and not simply make decisions, as is happening now, in a vacuum with few, if any, Democratic voices at the table. Our neighborhood school means a lot to our East Dallas community, and in 2019 parents became concerned when the district presented a tentative plan to change the school including adding upper elementary levels as well as major construction changes. Eliminating or loosening business regulations is the best way to encourage economic development. MJ Hegar Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger (2020 race) Sema Hernandez Democratic 2020 Senate Challenger (2020 race) Beto O`Rourke Democratic candidate for President; Texas Senator nominee (2018 race) Cristina Tzintzun Ramirez Democratic Senate challenger (2020 race) Emily Sanchez Green Party Senate challenger (2014 race) The Texas oil industry will rebound as global demand for petroleum continues to rise. My children and I have visited the Black Lives Matter memorial in the district. Texas can address the health and humanitarian issues at the border by making sure facilities on state land are inspected, especially those facilities that require state licensing. Offices Up for Election in 2020; Qualifications required to run for office; Important dates for the party conventions, primary election and general election I’m running for state representative because we need to make Texas work better by investing in public education, flood control, and better access to health care. As a former foster care child, my view is from the lens of experience and from a place of deep frustration. And if you can do so with a quick wit, even better. In the past, I’ve supported Medicaid expansion legislation targeted specifically at ensuring the most vulnerable Texans have access to healthcare, something that will be especially important in the wake of the pandemic. Texas Secretary of State Election Results. However, we recommend that you contact your county election official to confirm the place number. (469) 554-0428, Email address: Morgan@MorganMeyerforTexas.Com, Web site: We need to invest in high-quality public schools that meet the needs of all students, and ensure that graduates are prepared for the workplace or further education. You see, I know what it’s like to face difficult circumstances from an early childhood in foster care in rural Texas, and again later as a first generation college student working my way through college, and now running again for this same office having lost by just 220 votes in a recount. COVID-19 - As recommended precautions continue to increase for COVID-19, the James E. Rudder Building will be closed to visitors and customers beginning Wednesday, March 18, 2020. John L. Mone / AP file. We also need to invest in post-secondary education, maintaining our world-class and research-based universities, and building and expanding opportunities in both community colleges and vocational schools. For State Rep. Vikki Goodwin, D-Austin, Floyd’s death made it “very apparent that we still have a long way to go to reach where we need to be with civil rights.” As a result, Goodwin—whose House District 47 covers Lakeway, Bee Cave, Spicewood and some unincorporated Westbank areas—recently formed an Anti-Racism Advisory Group. I look forward to working with public education advocates as an experienced educator, as a public school parent, and as a proud product of public schools in Texas. 2305 Worthington Street, Unit 117, Dallas , TX, Campaign or Work Phone Number: As a state, we should activate these funds when Texas families are in need, when 3 million Texans have applied for unemployment insurance. A good place to start is by limiting or even eliminating some of the most destructive approaches to resource extraction including regulation of hydraulic fracturing and flaring. If we can have confidence in the integrity of voting, we cannot have confidence in our government. Glenn believes that the state must increase its share of funding to public education and stop putting so much of the burden on local taxpayers. HB3 was a measurable change considering the legislature spent years under-funding public schools but more needs to be done to shore up the teacher pension and to address dyslexia services. This should be a key issue in the next legislative session – with a bipartisan approach, we can do what’s best for our citizens. Our school is a gem and we worked to lobby our neighbors and parents and alumni to support Geneva Heights and increase awareness among trustees and administrators. [1] Two seats changed hands, both in Harris County, one Democratic flip and one Republican flip, for no net change. The work also revealed the difficulties voters have getting a valid ID in time for an election with backlogs in both the mail and state and federal agencies. Heading into the November 3 election, the Republican Party holds 22 of the 36 congressional seats from Texas. Similar to the “summer slide” some education groups are warning the “COVID slide” may impact reading instruction and comprehension significantly more than other subjects. But I was also moved by the way many in our city—led primarily by faith leaders from across the city—came together to voice concerns over these issues in a peaceful manner in the aftermath. There is no substitute for the depth of experience I’ll bring to my fourth session, and it’s my goal to put this skill to use for the Dallas region and our state. Geneva is a Gem! I want to move Texas forward and begin a needed change in our state legislature especially now. Texas has a real opportunity to prioritize long-term learning and career growth that ensures the state has the kind of workforce it will need in the decades to come. With 63 bills addressing uses of marijuana filed in the 2019 session, it’s likely that more bills will be filed on the subject. We must also address systemic racism as part of criminal justice reform. We were also able to make our state’s property tax system more transparent. It’s showing up. We have a 2nd Amendment for a reason and it is clear. I support immediate expansion of Medicaid. During the upcoming legislative session, it’s critical that we address responsible public safety strategies that support law enforcement while we look to expand community-based services that help cure the root causes of crime. Along with my colleague Rep. Rhetta Bowers (D-Rowlett), I’ve already had the opportunity to help host just such conversations as she and I were part of the “Together We Dine” series. Texas Primary Election 2020: Candidates for State Rep. House District 72 Incumbent State Rep. Drew Darby of San Angelo is challenged by fellow San Angelo resident Lynette Lucas … Texas House of Representatives Texas House District 45 2020 General Election. The continued misinformation, outright lying at times, and lack of responsible leadership has fueled the lack of responsible leadership at the state level. The questions and responses below appear as they were submitted to an online survey. Provides information on legislation, committees, Texas house, and session. In addition, the legislature should also support a transformative project like Texas’ high-speed rail line from Dallas to Houston. More importantly, those furloughed and let go may not see their jobs return or businesses recover. Featured Candidates General Election, Nov 3, 2020 Gary Thomas Gary Don Thomas is running for State Representative, District 62, against Reggie Smith, because “I want a better quality life for all of us in District 62. These prohibited techniques include: ridiculing and isolation, restraints that impair the student’s breathing, the use of a chemical restraint and the use of tasers. Texas House of Representatives Texas House District 47 2020 General Election. Candidates for federal office must file a federal application (PDF). In a hyper-partisan environment, President Bush has strived to rise above partisanship and bring compassion and empathy into the conversation. Texas is leaving millions of federal dollars on the table, and it’s fiscally irresponsible. It would allow election workers to conduct their work safely. Yes, I support requiring background checks on strangers selling guns to strangers. Texas must invest smartly in its small businesses and those hit hardest by the pandemic, including the service industry that has been financially devastated in HD108. I think the state should consider using the "Rainy Day" fund if it can reduce taxes by accessing this money. Monday was the last day candidates … Per the Texas Comptroller's Office, the current balance of the fund is just over $10 billion. The elections coincided with the 2020 U.S. presidential election, as well as other elections to the House of Representatives, elections to the U.S. Senate and various state and local elections. As a member of the House Public Education Committee, I understand the complex issue of school finance and the importance of protecting historic funding levels we passed last session that are providing hundreds of millions in new funds to Dallas ISD and HPISD. Voting for this election ended Nov. 3, 2020. I believe rural counties like Grayson, Fannin and Delta deserve to get some of their tax money returned. Tuesday, February 18, 2020 - Friday, February 28, 2020 Early Voting for Primary Election. The decades-long decline in public engagement has contributed to a decline in the public's influence over which policies our representatives enact and whose interests are served. Thomas Jefferson. That said, protecting citizens is a core function of government, and the safety and security of our citizens is a very real issue that impacts all Texans. Our goal was to make sure the school remained a neighborhood elementary, remained inclusive, but also addressed the needed changes decades old Dallas ISD buildings inevitably must address. Given that the legislature invested an additional $500 million in 2017 (which I supported), this is not a funding issue – but rather a failure of the overall system and its priorities. And I’ve led the fight against human trafficking in Texas, crafting some of the nation’s toughest laws against these crimes. I think we've now seen evidence the Covid-19 "crisis" and response to it was flawed from the beginning. Dallas is considered a welcoming community for immigrants. Texas is a majority-minority state and an economy that is dependent on tax-paying immigrant labor. As it stands, lack of election workers may force some polls to close, will require mega centers that may disenfranchise voters without transportation to the polls, and expose every voter to a risk they don’t have to take. Rogers: I’m running for Texas State Representative because it is time that a veteran, educator, and working man get into the State House for District 57. Two seats changed hands, both in Harris County, one Democratic flip and one Republican flip, for no net change. Our state government should honor the sacrifices of those who have fought for our right to vote by ensuring that all eligible Texans can vote without unnecessary interference and undue health risks. Monday, February 3, 2020 Last Day to Register to Vote in Primary Election. It is irresponsible to do otherwise and the death toll we see might have been limited had more support been given.The state’s response is not driven by science or led by a team of disease experts. These intimate dinner conversations are part of the work of Project Unity, an effort led by Pastor Richie Butler that help foster courageous conversations on race relations in a safe setting. Voter data is deleted after every election, according to our voter data policy. Lastly, Texas should consider following the model of states like Colorado and Washington as these states have shown that it is possible to legalize and regulate marijuana use without significant effects on public health. Too many are failing. By devoting law enforcement resources to a victimless crime, we allow other, more serious crimes to go un-investigated and un-prosecuted. Trustee, Southlake Carroll Independent School DistrictDirector, Disability Rights TexasDirector, Texas Council for Developmental DisabilitiesDirector, United Cerebral Palsy of TexasChair, Dallas Mayor's Committee for the Employment of People with DisabilitiesDirector, Clean Dallas, Inc. View Conroe, Texas’s hottest and latest local issues and local news of 2020 Elections, meet the local representatives, and get updates on voting information. Too many lack accountability. Medicare automatically covers U.S. citizens 65 and older, while Medicaid provides healthcare coverage for more vulnerable citizens, like children, pregnant women, disabled citizens and some low-income groups. Primary elections were held in March 2020. Just as we are seeing with policing policies promoted by the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institution, there are strong relationships between addictions, mental illness and crime. Rep. 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