State Rep. Carl Oscar Sherman
@CarlOShermanTX
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Minister. Husband. Father. Former Mayor. State Rep for #HD109 . former candidate for the US Senate for the great state of Texas.
DeSoto, TX
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Governor Abbott & Speaker Phelan are now calling for my arrest. To them I say I have never been arrested in my life, and if fighting for the rights of all Texans to vote is cause for arrest, then catch me if you can.
#txlege
#VotingRights
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HAPPENING NOW: My colleagues and I met with U.S. House
@SpeakerPelosi
regarding
#HR4
Time is running out on our democracy in TX. Resurrect the spirit of MLK & LBJ now. Let the people vote!
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No October Surprise here past 3:30 am - unprecedented voting in the dark of night on maps that will last ten years. Voted NO to the long continuous history of redlining & rigging of our democracy!
Congress must pass the
#JohnLewisAct
and
#FreedomToVoteAct
!
#TXLege
#TxLBC
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The majority of Texans don’t support permit less carry! The majority of Texans want reasonable checks and balances.
Yet, the Texas House controlled by one party voted to allow anyone and everyone to buy and carry a gun.
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Some of the 99 members were not on the floor Thursday evening and instead marked present by their colleagues establishing a quorum
Anyone else find it interesting that the party arguing for “election integrity” claimed a quorum by voting members present who weren’t on the floor?
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Today I thought about the history of suppressing the vote, about Dr. King & freedom fighters who fought for a free & fair elections system under the voter's right act of 1965. Therefore I joined my colleagues to take this fight to the Capitol of our democracy!
#VoterSuppression
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Today, I am proud to announce that the governor signed HB 929, The Botham Jean Act "Bo's Law" into law. Bo’s Law is intended to create systemic accountability in policing.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#BothamJean
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#OnThisDay
in 1955, Rosa Parks took a stand and refused to give up her seat to a white man on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Her act of courage ignited a movement that led to the Supreme Court's decision against segregation on public transportation.
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Today Dr. Opal Lee's portrait became a permanent icon in the TX Senate chamber, recognizing her legacy as Grandmother of Juneteenth. It was a blessing to see federal action that ensures we recognize the end of slavery in Texas, with the help of Congresswoman Jackson Lee
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Because of each and everyone of you—I am proud to announce that HB 929 The Botham Jean Act "Bo's Law" passed the Texas House on it's second reading!
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#BothamJean
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I discussed the grueling TX heat & the lack of AC in our prisons in this
@KXAN_News
interview.
“We have the resources & we still have surplus, but there is not a will to provide AC in the housing units. So, you know it’s intentional.”
We must change these conditions!
#txlege
Currently, 70% of units within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice that do not have full air conditioning. Some inmates have described stifling conditions, while department officials say work continues to assist inmates during Texas summers.
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Over 3,200 people in the U.S. have been exonerated after being falsely convicted of a crime since 1989.
On this
#WrongfulConvictionDay
, let us join together to raise awareness of the causes of unjust convictions and acknowledge the individuals they have impacted.
#TXLege
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The DeSoto High School Football team is here visiting their great Capitol, The People's House.
Join me in giving them a warm welcome and recognition.
@FootballDesoto
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Out of 100 active units, only 30 Texas Department of Criminal Justice prisons are fully air-conditioned. We have a responsibility to provide humane conditions for incarcerated TDCJ citizens to live and TDCJ employees to work.
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Today let us celebrate Barbara Jordan, a pioneering Black Texan.
She was the first Black Texas state senator, the first Black Texan elected to serve in the U.S. Congress, and the first Black woman to give a DNC address.
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The Barbara Jordan Building in Austin is now the first State building to be named after an African-American.
#txlege
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Ahead of today's legislative session, I joined Congressman
@JoaquinCastroTX
, Congressman
@RepLloydDoggett
, and my colleagues of the
@TexasHDC
in opposition against HB 6.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#VoterRights
#VoterSuppression
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Happy Birthday, Representative
@JamesTalarico
! Wishing you the best today and a year filled with happiness.
#TXLege
#HappyBirthday
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OFFICIAL STATEMENT - Today, I received a positive test result for COVID-19, and though I feel fine, I am adhering to the professional doctors' guidance and will be under strict self-quarantine. It is my prayer that no one other than myself contracted it.
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Each day, I feel more inspired and more motivated as we work for every Texan's freedom to vote.
#VotingRights
#txlege
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I am proud to announce Dawn Freeman as my new Chief of Staff.
You can expect the same level of excellence, passion &knowledge she has brought to our team as my Legislative Director as she leads my team in the important work ahead on behalf of all 30 million Texans.
#txlege
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Today, I join my Texas House colleagues in sending a letter to Gov Abbott calling for a special session to address the nuromous issues within TJJD.
Read the letter here:
UPDATE: 33 legislators have signed my letter to
@GregAbbott_TX
demanding a special session to save the kids in Texas juvenile prisons.
Thank you to the lawmakers who signed:
@RafaelAnchia
@DiegoBernalTX
@RhettaForHD113
@BucyForTexas
@TerryCanales40
@SherylCole1
@RepDominguez
…
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Incarcerated TDCJ citizens and TDCJ employees are suffering under brutal extreme heat conditions. I can only imagine how hot it is inside Texas prison right now. We have to do something now!
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#HB357
#TexasPrisons
#ACUnits
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HB 929 The Botham Jean Act - "Bo's Law" Safe at Home is gaining more and more momentum in the Texas House.
Thank you to Rep.
@RafaelAnchia
and Rep.
@Vote4Ina
for signing on as co-authors to HB 929 "Bo's Law."
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Today, I stood alongside Uvalde families,
@MomsDemand
& fellow legislators at the Capitol for the gun safety rally. As lawmakers, we have a responsibility to listen to our constituency and DO SOMETHING beyond thoughts & prayers for the benefit of ALL Texans.
#txlege
#UvaldeStrong
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A note of appreciation to
@RepEBJ
:
Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson has championed enormous opportunities in North Texas and beyond. Quite frankly, her accomplishments as our Congresswoman are too protracted for me to layout in a social media post.
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Texas deserves a principled faith-based leader, a fearless advocate for our democracy, and a Senator who will fight for the rights of all citizens. That is why I am officially announcing my campaign for US Senate for the great state of Texas. Can I count on you?
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Today, I received the news that I tested positive for COVID-19. I am thankful that my symptoms are mild.
I ask that everyone please stay vigilant because this pandemic is not over. I encourage each of you to take the Omicron variant seriously and get vaccinated. 🙏🏽
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Incarcerated TDCJ individuals and TDCJ employees are vulnerable to extreme temperatures, and during the summer months, the feels-like temperatures can be upwards of 100°F.
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I would like to challenge everyone to take a moment to thank our truck drivers. They work extremely hard, day in and day out, to meet the demands of our society—and not a day should go by that we don’t acknowledge their blood, sweat, and tears.
THANK YOU!
@AFLCIO
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Parents have the right to keep their students protected from the contagious Delta variant. Let’s allow local school districts to implement public safety precautions and to follow the CDC’s recommendation for universal indoor masking in schools.
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Texas: The Issue Is - Rep. Carl Sherman fights for air conditioning in Texas prisons during record high temps
#txlege
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Once again, I would like to wish a happy birthday to Rep. Dr. Alma A. Allen.
Pictured (from left to right): Rep.
@RonEReynolds
, Rep.
@CarlOShermanTX
, Rep. Yvonne Davis, Rep.
@Senfronia4Texas
,
@RepToniRoseTX
,
@RepAllenTX131
, and Rep.
@RhettaForHD113
on the Texas house floor.
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My “AC Units in Prisons” Bill, HB 1355, continues its move toward passage this week in the Calendars Committee.
#txlege
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Over 3 million adults in Texas live with a mental health condition. Many of whom don't have adequate access or are unable to seek proper care.
That is why we must continue to work to break the silence and ensure that Texans can receive needed mental health care.
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"I'm hoping that Juneteenth will not just be about festivals but that it will be about uplifting each other."
- Opal Lee, Grandmother of Juneteenth
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#Juneteeth
#OpalLee
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Today I'd like to recognize my Deputy Legislative Director, Gavin Nicholson.
Gavin is a native North Texan with a Bachelor's degree in political science. Gavin's love for public service makes him an excellent director to help lead our legislative team.
#TXLege
#TeamSherman
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Does Hebrews 13:3 include TDCJ jailers? Texas scorching heat has been particularly brutal & dangerous inside our state prisons, where a majority of those incarcerated & the guards who watch over them, struggle in 110 degrees & more without air-conditioning. (1/3)
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While Texans are doing their best to escape the brutal summer heat, many of our incarcerated TDCJ citizens and TDCJ employees are living and working in extreme temperatures without air conditioning.
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Botham Jean was a faithful servant of God, a loving son, a protective brother, and a compassionate friend. Beloved member of his community, Bo left a lasting impression on those who had the pleasure of knowing him. On September 6, 2018, his life was taken.
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The Crown Act was voted out of the State Affairs committee today. As a Joint Author on this important bill, I am encouraged that Texas will advance more non-discrimination for black students who are forced to change their hairstyles to participate as student-athletes in Texas.
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I would like to wish my desk mate, the sagacious Chairwoman Representative
@NicoleCollier95
, a Happy Mother's Day!
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#HappyMothersDay
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Thousands of incarcerated individuals live, and hundreds of TDCJ employees work in dangerous heat conditions. We have to show more empathy for our fellow humans.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#HB357
#TexasPrisons
#ACUnits
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HB 929 The Botham Jean Act "Bo's Law” is now headed to the Governor's desk for him to sign into law.
Pictured (from left to right): Rep. Carl O. Sherman and
@SenRoyceWest
on the Texas Senate floor.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#BothamJean
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Honored to celebrate and recognize the 2022 graduating class at Michael Unit in Tennessee Colony, Texas. I am thankful for the opportunity to impart uplifting and positive words of encouragement to our incarcerated
@TDCJ
graduates.
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At the TX Capitol with my good friend, Rep.
@JulieJohnsonTX
! Today's Appropriations meeting is about to come to order.
Tune in as we hear testimony on the TX Economy, Uvalde Response: Mental Health & School Safety, GR-D Accounts 5010 & 0469, Medicaid Program IT, and Prison A/C.
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On Wednesday, I was chosen as the Co-Chair of the Dallas Delegation, a bipartisan group of 14 House Members representing Dallas County. I am honored to continue the efforts of prior chairs in co-leading these distinguished legislators in support of all in Dallas County.
#txlege
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I stand in solidarity with
@SenRoyceWest
, Chair Rep.
@RafaelAnchia
, Chair Rep.
@ChrisGTurner
,
@JarvisJohnsonTX
, Rep.
@BucyForTexas
, Rep.
@TerryForTexas
, and Rep.
@Jon_RosenthalTX
in the calling for the removal and relocation of confederate monuments from capitol grounds.
#TXLege
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Today, the Crown Act passed the Texas Senate 29-1! As a Joint Author for the last 2 sessions, finally, it will land on the Governor’s desk. The acronym stands for Creating a Respectful & Open World for Natural Hair.
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What an honor to work with VP
@KamalaHarris
The attack on the freedom to vote is a fight that is bigger than the Lonestar state.
#txlege
#ForThePeopleAct
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Today we took our annual
@TXBlackCaucus
photo. We had the pleasure of meeting a young man shadowing Senator
@BorrisLMiles
for the day.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
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I’m here in
#CollinCounty
with my good friend,
@JulieJohnsonTX
, out here in the streets canvassing for
@CasforTX
.
Early voting for the Tuesday, May 24th runoff elections begins Monday, May 16th.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#GoVOTE
If you see Reps
@CarlOShermanTX
&
@juliejohnsonTX
out in
#HD70
today, stop and say hello — we just launched our Day of Action! See you in the field!
#casfortx
#votecas
#countoncas
#txlege
#collincounty
#dayofaction
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I would like to challenge everyone to take a moment to thank our sanitation employees. They work extremely hard, day in and day out, to meet the demands of our society—and not a day should go by that we don’t acknowledge their blood, sweat and tears.
THANK YOU!
@AFLCIO
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Today is
#RockYourSocks
day in the
#TXLege
! Rock your socks for
#WorldDownSyndromeDay
.
Thank you, Rep.
@MoodyForElPaso
Moody, for leading on this effort.
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Today: The
@TexasHDC
talked with Crystal Mason a Tarrant County woman facing 5 years in prison for casting a provisional ballot that wasn't counted while she was on supervised release. -"We must continue to fight for voting rights."
#txlege
#VotingRights
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The Texas Democrats who fled the state last week to block voting restrictions are planning a week of events with national advocates, labor leaders and election officials as they seek to keep the pressure on Congress to pass federal voting legislation.
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In April, the nation witnessed as Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson persevered and was confirmed to serve on the highest court in the land.
Today Judge Brown Jackson will be sworn-in.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#SCOTUS
#KetanjiBrownJackson
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Many have made this day possible & I thank God that they that be with us are more than they that be with them.
#JohnLewisAct
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“The freedom to vote is the bedrock of our democracy. Texas must have free & fair access to the ballot box so they can elect candidates that will pass life-saving legislation at the first opportunity & not hold good policy hostage as a bargaining chip.”
#VotingRights
@TexasHDC
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John Lewis said, "The vote is precious. It is almost sacred.”
Pictured (from left to right):
@RepJohnLewis
,
@RepEBJ
, and State Rep. Carl O. Sherman.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#GoodTrouble
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Thursday, 4/27, I invite you to a press conference for HB 1355 & other bills that would ensure TX state prisons maintain humane and appropriate temperatures for staff and residents. Please join us at 8:00am on the South steps of the Capitol in Austin to show your support!
#txlege
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Many of our TDCJ prisons are built with heat-retaining materials. They can reach internal temperatures higher than outside temperatures, which means that incarcerated individuals are incredibly vulnerable to Texas' extreme heat.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#HB357
#TexasPrisons
#ACUnits
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I'm proud to support the Fully Fund Our Future Act.
Instead of spending our hard-earned tax-dollars on welfare for the wealthy through a private school voucher scam, we should invest in ALL students and FULLY FUND our local schools.
Our children deserve nothing less.
#txlege
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A productive meeting today with
@TDCJ
Executive Director Bryan Collier—areas discussed providing feminine hygiene products for incarcerated women, naturalization options for TDCJ employees, body-worn cameras, and equipping TDCJ prisons with AC units.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#TexasPrisons
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Texas
@TheCROWNAct
Day! I'm proud to stand with the authors of HB 392
#TheCROWNAct
.
Pictured (from left to right): Rep.
@BradBuckleyDVM
,
@RepToniRoseTX
, Rep.
@RhettaForHD113
, Rep.
@RonEReynolds
, and Rep.
@CarlOShermanTX
on the Texas house floor.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
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This week marks the 4th anniversary of
#BothamJean
's murder. As we remember the incredible legacy Botham built, we stand even more committed to the fight for justice.
Let us work together to ensure this tragedy is never bestowed upon another individual or family.
#TXLege
#BosLaw
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Washington DC: TxLBC members had a brief meeting today with Reverend Al Sharpton and Martin Luther King, III at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial.
#txlege
#txlbc
#VotingRights
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#TxDemFilibuster
– HOUR 3️⃣.
🗳TUNE IN: .
Thanks
@RolandForTexas
for taking a deep dive into how
#SB1
will outlaw methods that make voting easier for
#Texans
with disabilities, seniors & shift workers.
#1u
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Only a few know how much of a connoisseur of books I genuinely am. There's nothing like getting trapped within a good book.
Thank you to Rep.
@VikkiGoodwinTX
for this thoughtful gift.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
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Today would have been
#AhmaudArbery
’s 27th birthday.
Let us continue to say his name and demand justice.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#SayHisName
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ICYMI: Watch my exchange with the TDCJ Executive Director on equipping TDCJ facilities with air conditioning units during this week's Appropriations Committee hearing.
Watch the full exchange here:
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#HB357
#TexasPrisons
#ACUnits
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Last week, I visited the Torres Unit in Hondo, where I listened to incarcerated TDCJ residents and employees describe their living and working conditions during this brutal summer heat.
Every
@TDCJ
prison needs to be equipped with air conditioning.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#VisitAPrison
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Bill Action Alert: As a co-author, I am proud to announce that HB 1971 by Rep.
@TerryCanales40
passed by engrossment and headed to the Texas Senate.
HB 1971 relates to the purchase and installation of climate control systems at facilities operated by the TDCJ.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
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I am proud to joint-author HB 3334 with Representative
@TurnerForTX
, which would create a statewide database of criminal sentencing information to better determine what disparities may exist in our sentencing procedures.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
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I stand in solidarity with fellow Texans who are Chinese American and with those Texans from North Korea, Iran and Russia. I never imagined that in 2023, we would be seeking to implement housing discrimination in the Texas Legislature
#txlege
#NoDiscrimination
#NoToSB147
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More pictures from my visit with incarcerated
@TDCJ
citizens and the chaplain at Mark W. Michael Unit during last week's graduation ceremony.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#TDCJ
#TDCJPrisons
#VisitAPrison
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I would like to challenge everyone to take a moment to thank our farm workers. They work extremely hard, day in and day out, to meet the demands of our society—and not a day should go by that we don’t acknowledge their blood, sweat, and tears.
THANK YOU!
@AFLCIO
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Thurgood Marshall became the 1st Black Supreme Court Justice appointed by President LBJ in 1967. He was a civil rights attorney, that argued the landmark Brown v. Board of Education before the Supreme Court, which deemed racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.
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After working tirelessly with multiple organizations, individuals, and agencies with a single focus on establishing systemic accountability in policing, it was exhilarating, to say the least, to report the passage to the Jean family.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#BothamJean
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Stay tuned! AC in prison matters to those working and living in Texas prisons and it should matter to us.
#txlege
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Today, I had the distinct honor of presenting the American flag on behalf of a grateful nation to Mrs. Ellen Holmes, wife of Command Seargent Major Carl Martin Holmes in honor of his dedication, valor and faithful service to our nation and state.
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Now is the time to contact your State Representative and voice your support for HB 1355, “AC Units for Prisons.” Our TDCJ staff and residents deserve to live and work in humane temperatures. We have the financial ability. Help us get this done!
#txlege
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Because of your calls, emails, and continuous support—I am pleased to report that HB 929 The Botham Jean Act "Bo's Law" Safe at Home has been voted favorably out of the Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee.
#TXLege
#TxLBC
#BothamJean
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