Day: June 24, 2022

(TEXAS) – Today, the Supreme Court of the United States released its 6-3 decision to overturn the landmark case Roe v. Wade. Due to Texas’ “trigger ban,” this decision effectively outlaws abortion in the state. Texas HDC Chair Chris Turner (D-Grand Prairie) issued the following statement in response: “Today is a dark day for our …

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(TEXAS) – Yesterday, the Texas House Democratic Caucus hosted a press conference highlighting a letter to the Governor calling for a special session. This letter included constituent feedback given at Texas HDC Members’ Safe Texas Town Hall meetings across the state on how to best address gun violence in the state following the horrific Uvalde mass shooting. During the press conference, …

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