You make difference by empowering voters and defending democracy! We are defending democracy in Texas in extraordinary times! This past month we had a very successful Lobby Days, celebrated five Power of Women Award winners at the Making Democracy Work Dinner, filed a lawsuit against the Secretary of State and signed onto a letter to Senate Democrats opposing David Whitley’s nomination to that position. The two last actions were unusual for the League. But these are extraordinary times and the League needs to fight this voter purge and protect the right to vote for our newest citizens. Read my op ed in TribTalk Texas should encourage the right to vote — and protect voters from intimidation. For more information on the decision regarding U.S. District Judge Fred Biery's decision on the SOS lawsuit, click here.
March is Women's History Month! Check out the Texas State Historical Association webpage. The League is working with the TSHA on celebrating our 100 years and the 100 year anniversary of the 19th Amendment.
Keep up the momentum!
Advocacy & Issues!
Elected officials really do listen to their constituents!
Don't Forget Your Priority Issues!
- Women's Health Action Alert Women’s access to contraception and healthcare services is being threatened.
- Voting and Elections Action AlertWe are calling on the State to provide safer, more reliable election equipment.
- Public Education Action Alert The Texas school finance system must provide for adequate funding and equitable distribution of funds.
Act Now on HR 1
On Friday, January 4, HR1 (the For the People Act) was introduced in the House of Representatives. This bill comprises a bold, transformative set of reforms to strengthen our democracy and return political power to the people. Click here to send an email!
Y’all are doing a great job defending democracy!
Legislators at the Texas Capitol received 2,774 emails advocating for Public Education, Women's Health , Demanding the House Redistricting Committee hold public hearings, and to Modernize Texas Elections and other actions on issues you care about.
The Capitol Action Report will return next Monday. Check out the LWVTX Action Alert web pagefor all the Texas League action alerts.
The League in Action!
LWVTX student interns, Zoe and Dylan at the Capitol registering in support of SB 3 and raises for teachers.
LWVTX student volunteer intern Sophie testified in front of the House International Relations & Economic Development Committee in support of HB 287 and equal pay.
A crowd showed up to hear the Fair Maps Texas speakers at LWV El Paso meeting last month.
New League in Fort Bend County hosted a VDR Training in February.
Calendar & Upcoming Events
- March: Women's History Month
- March 8: International Women's Day
- October 19: 100 Year Anniversary Luncheon at the St. Anthony Hotel in San Antonio.
League of Women Voters of Texas Celebrates 100 Years!
