President Donald J. Trump Signs H.R. 255, and H.R. 321 and H.J.Res. 40,
On Tuesday, February 28, 2017, the President signed into law:
Governor Abbott Statement On Senate Vote Calling For A Convention Of States
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after the Texas Senate passed a resolution calling for an Article V Convention of States (SB 21), one of Governor Abbott’s emergency legislative priorities:
TWC Announces $1.5 Million in Funding for Pilot Program to Support Foster Youth
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking education partners for a pilot program to help increase the number of Texas foster youth who graduate from high school. TWC announced the availability of $1.5 million in funding for the Foster Youth Dropout Recovery and High School Completion pilot program that will help current and former 16- to 25-year-old foster youth earn a high school diploma or its equivalent, with the opportunity to gain workforce skills and a pathway to employment or postsecondary education.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Releases Statement On Trump Speech to Joint Session of Congress
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Releases Statement On Trump Speech to Joint Session of Congress
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Offers Prayers And Support For Houston Police Following The Shooting Of Two Officers
Jackson Lee: “I am deeply saddened by news of this tragic shooting and pray for the officers and their families along with all the men and women who wear the badge at this trying time.”
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center Grand Opening Events March 11 and 12
Man driving toward exit ramp on highway, signs marked Poughkeepsie and Tightening of Chest, Shortness of Breath, This Exit
Music Industry Insider Shanti Das Works on Health Awareness in Atlanta
Music-industry veteran Shanti Das grew up in an Atlanta neighborhood considered a food desert — heavy on fast-food restaurants and limited on access to grocery stores with fresh fruits, vegetables and other healthy food choices.
Pipeline Populism: Complete, Build
President Donald Trump is about to give the U.S. economy a power-up. He just approved the long delayed construction of two megaprojects, Keystone XL and the Dakota Access pipelines.
Governor Abbott Reappoints Bunin And Hase To Governing Board Of The Indigent Defense Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Alex Bunin and Don Hase to the Governing Board of the Texas Indigent Defense Commission for terms set to expire February 1, 2019. The commission provides financial and technical support to counties to develop and maintain quality, cost-effective indigent defense systems.
District D NEXT GENeration Advisory Council BETA CLASS Application Open
District D NEXT GENeration Advisory Council is a leadership development program comprised of 15 committed young leaders who either live, work, or have close ties to Houston City Council District D. These young leaders are selected to have input in improving the quality of life with the District, while acting as ambassadors and leaders for service in the community.
Statement from Senator Borris Miles Regarding Injured HPD Officers
"Our hearts go out to the two officers, Officer Ronny Cortez and Jose Muñoz, that were injured today in Southwest Houston. As a former police officer, I know too well the sacrifices they make to safeguard our community. Today, these officers were called out to protect those they served, and the attacks committed against them are unconscionable. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of these officers and I wish them a speedy recovery."
Children’s Art Contest Celebrates Mental Health and Seeks Entries
Art sparks the brains of children and young people. In fact, it improves their mental health. Children 5-14 years old are invited to show their creativity and their own understanding of mental health by entering the 2017 #HTXMentalHealth Children’s Art Contest themed, “How I Feel About Myself.”
Depeche Mode Announce North American Leg of the Global Spirit Tour
As promised, Depeche Mode continues to roll out their Global Spirit Tour, with the second leg bringing their stunning live show to fans across North America this fall.
Jon Stewart's Message for the Media: Stop Whining About Trump
Jon Stewart has a message for one of his favorite old targets, the media: Stop whining.
Jeff Sessions Pledges Crackdown on Violent Crime
In his first major public speech since taking office, Attorney General Jeff Sessions pledged Tuesday that a Justice Department crackdown on violent crime will reverse what he views as a dangerous new trend.
Google Officially Reveals Its Latest Robot
If there were an Olympics for robots, Boston Dynamics appears ready to enter.
How Lin-Manuel Miranda Could Change Twitter
Count Twitter among the "Hamilton" fans. At the very least the site digs its creator Lin-Manuel Miranda.
130-year-old Harvard Law Review Elects Its First Black Woman President
In 130 years of existence, the Harvard Law Review had never elected a black woman as president. ImeIme Umana has changed that.
Donald Trump Grades Himself C Grade for Messaging, A In Achievement
Approval ratings for Donald Trump's job performance have been at historic lows, but the President's own report card of his performance has high marks.
4 Critically Hurt as Car Strikes Marching Band at Mardi Gras Parade
Twelve Alabama students were injured Tuesday when a car plowed into a marching band during a Mardi Gras parade
