SAY HER NAME Thank you to Sandra Bland’s Family — her mother: Geneva Reed-Veal, and her sisters: Sharon Cooper, Shavon Bland, and Shante Needham. On a daily basis Sandra Bland’s family had to relive her death while passing the Sandra Bland Act, and that sacrifice … Continue reading →

GOVERNOR ABBOTT SIGNS SANDRA BLAND ACT INTO LAW AUSTIN – June 15, 2017, Governor Abbott signed SB 1849, known as the Sandra Bland Act into law. SB 1849 by Senator Whitmire is the Senate companion to HB 2702 that Representative … Continue reading →

              This weekend, join Representative Coleman for the Emancipation Park Rededication Ceremony on Saturday, June 17th and the ribbon cutting ceremony for Emancipation Avenue and Juneteenth Emancipation Celebration on Monday, June 19th. SATURDAY Emancipation … Continue reading →

Governor Abbott Calls Special Session This week, the Governor announced that the Texas Legislature will come back next month for a special session to address issues that are important to Lieutenant Governor Patrick, and his far-right base. This special session … Continue reading →