by Bee Moorhead | Jan 12, 2021 | Blog, Latest Posts, Legislative
Legislators return to the Capitol in what is in many ways a time of uncertainty…but Texans can take comfort in the rhythms and routines that guide our legislative processes. By the end of the week, the House and Senate will adopt rules that will govern their...
by Joshua Houston | Jan 5, 2021 | Latest Posts, Legislative
In a January 3 article, the Associated Press called state legislatures “hothouses for infection.” According to the AP’s tally, “250 state lawmakers across the country have contracted COVID-19, and at least seven have died.” With more than 28,000 Texans dead, new COVID...
by Bee Moorhead | Sep 18, 2020 | Civic Engagement, Individual Action, Latest Posts
We’re entering a time of election-related deadlines. At Texas Impact, we are doing our best to keep you informed about official deadlines, and in some cases we are offering suggestions for dates that we believe and the most prudent: Monday, September 21, is...
by Sarah Cruz | Sep 18, 2020 | Human Rights, Latest Posts
Court Rules in Favor of Trump Administration’s Move to End Temporary Protected Status for More Than 300,000 Immigrants In a 2-1 decision, a ninth circuit court of appeals ruled on September 14th that the Trump Administration can end Temporary Protected Status (TPS)...
by Joshua Houston | Sep 18, 2020 | Civic Engagement, Latest Posts, Legislative
Texas Impact thanks the committee for its work over this challenging interim. We thank the committee as well for the opportunity to provide this testimony. Texas Impact serves Christian, Jewish, Muslim, and other religious organizations that seek to influence public...
by Scott Atnip | Aug 28, 2020 | Latest Posts
Thank you to all who attended Faith in Democracy: Lifting Dallas Voices for Justice this weekend. I was inspired and look forward to working with you for safe, fair and accountable elections in 2020 leading into a productive season of advocacy in 2021. Please take a...
