House Bill 5, the Texas Jobs and Security Act, was recently heard in the Texas House Ways & Means Committee, where it now awaits a vote. HB 5 would create a new economic development program for Texas creating jobs and attracting new investment to our community.

The vast majority of Texas voters – 84%, in fact – believe we are too reliant on other nations for the products we need. This legislation will give our local communities a powerful economic tool to attract jobs and investments as well as create future tax revenue for our schools.

For Texas to remain a national economic leader, we must use tools that other states and countries are using to attract businesses to our state. Please show your strong support for HB 5 by thanking the authors and telling the committee and House leadership why it is important.

1. CLICK HERE to send an email asking the committee for their support!
2. CLICK HERE to send an email thanking the authors!
3. CLICK HERE to send an email asking House leadership for their support!

Thank you for fighting for jobs and investment in Texas!

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UPCOMING DATES

• April 24: Early voting begins for May 6 Local Entity Election
• April 25: Fort Worth City Council Meeting, 10 a.m.
• April 28: Government Affairs Committee Meeting