On Tuesday, August 25, at 9:00 AM in Room E1.016 of the Capitol Extension, the Texas Senate Transportation Committee will convene a public hearing. Members of the public are welcome to attend and provide testimony, with each witness limited to 2 minutes. #TXLege #SD16

College credits. Industry certifications. Hands-on training. All at no cost to students. That's the reality for 65 students this year enrolled in Socorro High's P-TECH Nursing Program. It's why I passed SB 557 as part of HB 2, expanding career and technical education pathways.

Dallas County — Fewer than 100 days remain until the November 3 General Election. Make a plan to vote and keep these key election dates on your radar.

From expanding healthcare coverage to unlocking affordable housing, expanding free Pre-K access, and investing $1.8 billion in backup power, we’re unlocking opportunity and reducing costs.

A productive morning of meetings with stakeholders and advocates from across Texas discussing the opportunities and challenges facing our state. #TXLege #SD16

No empty seats. Standing room only at today’s Texas Senate Business & Commerce Committee hearing on the future of the electric grid and proposed 765-kV transmission lines. #TXLege #SD16

Tune in now as the Business & Commerce Committee holds a public hearing on key issues, including the state of the Texas electric grid and the proposed 765-kV transmission lines, with discussion of long-term land use, property values, and environmental factors. Watch live:

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Reminder: The Texas Senate Business & Commerce Committee will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, July 29, at 9:00 AM in Room E1.012 (Capitol Extension). Attendance is open to the public.

An early morning with The Nature Conservancy staff on a guided walk through the Clymer Meadow Preserve and the Texas prairie during peak wildflower season, celebrating the 40th Annual Spring Wildflower Tour and years of conservation.

A productive briefing with the Dallas EDC on Dallas's continued emergence as a leader in enterprise technology. With more than 227,000 tech workers, the nation's second-highest tech job growth, and Texas's largest talent pool, Dallas is well-positioned to lead the next generation of innovation.

Democracy doesn't run on its own. It runs because we participate. With the November elections approaching, Dallas County is looking for poll workers to help staff the polls. Sign up today and do your part: https://ow.ly/eUkH50Zk18e

Across Texas, P-TECH programs are surging, growing from 6,400 students in 2019 to 32,800 in 2024. That’s why I passed SB 557 as part of HB 2 to expand career-tech pathways and help Texas students earn a degree, industry certification, and diploma before entering the workforce.

‘We’re changing family trees’: Education leaders see P-TECH model as pathway to better jobs | Kinder Institute for Urban Research

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Game. Set. Match. The world came to North Texas. The energy at Dallas Stadium was unmatched, and our community delivered. Grateful Team Johnson could be part of it. #TXLege #SD16

Established in 1926 as a volunteer fire department, the Richardson Fire Department has grown into a full-service emergency response organization, now made up of 179 sworn personnel and 5 civilian staff members who proudly serve and protect our community.

On Wednesday, July 29, at 9:00 AM in Room E1.012 of the Capitol Extension, the Texas Senate Business & Commerce Committee will convene a public hearing. Members of the public are welcome to attend and provide testimony, with each witness limited to 2 minutes. #TXLege #SD16

Texas Public Radio: "I'm concerned about wasting taxpayer money," Sen. Johnson said at the hearing in Austin. "It is relevant that at the time period in question, a guy named Elon Musk who owns SpaceX, that owns Starlink, has tremendous control over the federal government." Read more:

Texas governor's office asked for broadband rules that help Elon Musk's Starlink

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A man who recently held tremendous influence and control over the federal government is now seeing his company awarded Texas taxpayer-funded contracts. The public should see exactly how this bid was won.

Texans now have greater control over their personal data thanks to Senate Bill 1343, which I authored and passed, strengthening privacy rights and increasing transparency around data use.

Honored to recognize Irving with a resolution celebrating its designation as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office. From its concert series to the year-round lineup of performances, Irving has established itself as a destination for music and the arts. #TXLege #SD16

As a composer and supporter of the arts, I believe that artistic expression fosters the creativity, empathy, and resilience we rely upon to enrich our lives. The Texas Music Office’s recognition of the City of Irving as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community is well-deserved. #TXLege #SD16

With temperatures continuing to climb, the cities of Dallas, Irving, and Grand Prairie have opened cooling centers for residents who need a safe place to beat the heat. Stay hydrated, stay cool, and check on your neighbors.

From school funding to workforce readiness, the bipartisan Education Commission of the States (ECS) brought together legislative staff, policy analysts, and advocates from across the country to tackle today's biggest education challenges.

On Wednesday, July 29, at 9:00 AM in Room E1.012 of the Capitol Extension, the Texas Senate Business & Commerce Committee will convene a public hearing. Members of the public are welcome to attend and provide testimony, with each witness limited to 2 minutes. #TXLege #SD16

Supporting those who protect our communities. House Bill 3858, which I sponsored and was authored by Rep. Frazier, expands mental health services for officers, giving law enforcement immediate peer support and professional counseling after traumatic incidents.

A decade has passed since July 7, 2016, when five law enforcement officers were killed during a targeted attack on police following a peaceful protest in downtown Dallas.

As bad actors increasingly target and exploit personal data, Senate Bill 2105, which I authored and passed, cracks down on abusive third-party data collection and strengthens protections for Texans’ personal information.

Expanding affordable housing starts with exploring new housing strategies and unlocking opportunities to grow our housing supply.

Happy Fourth of July, everyone!

North Texas showed up for Universal Kids Resort’s Community Partner Day, showcasing a major new family destination and tourism asset for the region. Thank you to Universal for its partnership and investment in North Texas families, tourism, and economic growth. #TXLege #SD16

On July 2, 1964, after years of organizing, protest, and sacrifice, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act into law, changing the course of American history.