This month’s Small Business of the Month goes to Sergio’s Jewelry, a family business that’s served our community since 1982. With over 40 years of dedication, their craftsmanship & unique design sets them apart. Next time you’re looking to buy jewelry or need a repair, consider visiting Sergio’s.

Wishing everyone a happy and safe 4th of July.

There is no greater emergency to our state than a deficit in public education funding and a deficit in student outcomes. Watch the full committee hearing at: house.texas.gov/videos/22708 #PublicEducation #Teachers #TexasLege #EducationForAll #FundPublicSchools

Texas teachers are paid $8,500 less than the national average, while their pay has also failed to keep pace with inflation. Over the past decade, teachers have lost an average of $5,000 in buying power across all years of experience.

Dallas lost a dear friend, a fierce grassroots activist, and a beloved community member.   Sylvia Collins was among the victims identified following last Thursday’s gas explosion at The Clyde Apartments in Oak Cliff.

Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating Eid al-Adha in Texas and across our country.   Freedom of religion is a fundamental promise, and every family should feel safe and respected celebrating their faith. Wishing peace, joy, and blessings to all celebrating.

April showers bring May flowers. May’s business of the month goes to District 144’s Garden Café! Small Business Saturday is a reminder to support the local businesses that strengthen our communities and drive our local economy.

Texas is already facing rising healthcare costs, hospital closures, extreme heat, drought, higher insurance rates, and declining crop production from climate change.

Join Mark Hooper, President of Holistic Homeless Haven, for the Homelessness Solutions Summit 2026! 📅 When: This Saturday,April 11 🕙 Time: 10 AM - 1 PM morning session                    12 PM - 4 PM afternoon session 📍 Where: Grace United Methodist Church (4105 Junius St, Dallas, TX)

Join me in celebrating April 2026’s Small Business of the month, District 9 Drought Haus! District 9 Draught Haus is a German style taproom serving brats, burgers, and more (vegan options available). When it comes to deciding where to shop, remember that there’s no place like home.

One year after Trump imposed tariffs, Texas small businesses are facing rising costs, tighter cash flow, and slower growth. These pressures don’t stop at the business level—they lead to higher prices for consumers, reduced services, and slower local economic growth across Texas communities.

Congratulations to our East Dallas neighbor Olive Talley on receiving the 2025 Award of Excellence in Media Achievement from the TX Historical Commission.

Texas Republicans are inserting right-wing religious dogma into the public school curriculum. Indoctrinating children with religious and one-sided worldviews is how authoritarian political movements push their agenda.

Congress, not the President, has the authority to declare war. Americans are dying, civilians are being killed, and families are paying the price. Congress must reclaim its constitutional authority to declare war before more lives are lost.

Thanks to widespread public pushback, U.S. Customs and Border Protection has removed large sections from its border wall proposal. However, the threat remains. Portions of Big Bend Ranch State Park are still on the table for construction.

Join me in celebrating Small Business Saturday! I cosponsored legislation making the first Saturday of every month Small Business Saturday. Our March 2026 Small Business of the Month is La Calle Doce! They have been serving incredible Mexican seafood since 1981.

Today is the LAST day to vote in the Primary. You MUST vote at your assigned polling place today. Polls close at 7:00 PM. 📢 If you are IN LINE by 7 PM, you MUST be allowed to vote. Stay in line! Find your location here: www.dallascountyvotes.org/voters/elect... #TexasVotes #DallasCounty #Vote

Today is your last chance to vote early. Arrive to the polling location by 7pm in order to cast your vote. To find a polling location visit dallascountyvotes.org or scan QR code in image.

Big Bend is the largest national park in Texas, bringing over 500,000 visitors from around the world. It is home to several species protected under the Endangered Species Act, including rare desert wildlife that depend on uninterrupted migration routes and fragile ecosystems to survive.

The purpose of college is to expand the minds of young adults and give them the tools to be functioning, active, and engaged members of society.

Early voting for the Texas ‘26 primaries begins tomorrow, Tue. Feb. 17th. While early voting allows you to vote at any early vote polling place in the county, on Election Day you can only vote at your designated polling location. Find a time & location that works best for you & mark your calendar.

Local leaders are being sidelined and public complaints are being ignored. Our stance is clear, we do not want unchecked armed agents of the government dismantling our communities.

ICE and the DHS must be held accountable for their violence and reckless conduct. ICE officers are responsible for the tragic deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti and the inexcusable and illegal detention of children,U.S. citizens, and legal residents, using tactics that are prohibited by law.

Here’s a link to watch the debate between democratic candidates Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Texas State Representative James Talarico today at 2pm: us02web.zoom.us/j/8655387765... See you there!

Wishing everybody a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

At this year’s annual Jordan Johnson Dinner, my Democratic House colleagues and I presented Illinois Governor JB Pritzker with a custom cowboy hat to thank him for his support during the quorum break.

Thank you to all the men and women who’ve served our country to preserve our democracy.

Today is the last day to vote on the Constitutional Amendment Election, which includes 17 proposed amendments. Before you vote, make sure you do your homework. For help understanding each proposition, you can check out various community-based organizations.

Today is Small Business Saturday. Join me in celebrating District 114’s small businesses by heading over to Leila Bakery & Cafe at 6041 Oram St, Dallas, TX 75206.

Wishing everyone a safe and fun night across District 114. Happy Halloween!