Daily Archives: April 27, 2006

Coleman on HB5

One of the five bills relating to the tax overhaul failed to make it through the House on Monday. That was HB5, which was responsible for raising the cigarette tax. All I knew was that it had been killed by … Continue reading Continue reading

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Another day, another roundup on HB3

While we wait for the Senate Finance Committee to start work tomorrow, here’s a roundup of what’s being said about the current state of things. Chron: Perry sure, Dewhurst not so much Gov. Rick Perry said Wednesday he is confident … Continue reading Continue reading

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Noriega on HB3

In addition to my conversation with Rep. Mike Villarreal, I also spoke to Rep. Rick Noriega about HB3 and the reasons why (unlike Rep. Villarreal) he opposed it. The highlights: – While he believes it’s not a bad idea to … Continue reading Continue reading

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Villarreal on HB3

State Rep. Mike Villarreal is a member of the Ways and Means committee, and one of eight Democrats in the House to vote in favor of HB3 on Monday. (A full list of who voted for what can be found … Continue reading Continue reading

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Henley campaign headquarters opening

Jim Henley, Democratic candidate for Congress in CD07, is having a grand opening of his campaign headquarters this weekend. Volunteers and Supporters: Please join us at the opening of the Henley for Congress Campaign Headquarters in Rice Village! When: Sunday, … Continue reading Continue reading

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Bell asks Earle to investigate Perry

Chris Bell has asked Travis County DA Ronnie Earle to investigate “whether Texans for Taxpayer Relief’s radio ads constitute an in-kind officeholder contribution illegally paid for by corporate funds that Rick Perry and his representatives appear to have helped raise.” … Continue reading Continue reading

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