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Statement from Speaker's Press Office Concerning Attorney General Opinion |
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Written by Administrator
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Friday, 14 December 2007 |
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(Austin) - The following statement was issued today by Alexis DeLee, press secretary for Speaker Tom Craddick, in response to Attorney General Greg Abbott’s opinion:
"The speaker welcomes the attorney general's opinion and his acknowledgement that the rules of the House, as well as the interpretation of those rules, are matters to be determined solely by the members of the House. The attorney general's opinion affirms the speaker's position on all issues, including that the speaker is an officer of the state, who serves a two-year term of office. |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 15 December 2007 )
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Craddick files for March 4th Primary |
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Written by Administrator
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Thursday, 13 December 2007 |
(AUSTIN) - Speaker Tom Craddick (R - Midland), today, announced that he has filed the necessary paperwork to run in the March 4, 2008 Republican primary for state representative of House District 82. "It is a tremendous honor to serve the voters of District 82, and to work every day to create jobs and opportunity for the people of the Permian Basin," Speaker Craddick said. "For a number of years I have represented the conservative philosophy of our district by advocating for limited government, lower taxes and investments in public and higher education. I would be honored to serve the Permian Basin for another two years in the Texas House." |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 15 December 2007 )
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230 Angel Tree Gifts Given to CPS children |
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Written by Administrator
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Monday, 10 December 2007 |
(AUSTIN) - Nadine Craddick, wife of Speaker Tom Craddick, today presented 230 gifts to representatives from Child and Family Protective Services and Partnerships for Children. The gifts were all purchased and donated by individuals who took gift tags from this year's Angel Tree at the capitol, and benefit abused and neglected children in central Texas. "I am elated that so many people get involved with this holiday tradition every year," Nadine Craddick, wife of Speaker Tom Craddick said. "Gifts come from capitol staffers, legislators and visitors to the capitol. It is such a blessing that we can ensure that these children have a special Christmas, no matter what their current situation."
For the past five years, an Angel Tree has been placed outside the Capitol Grill that is decorated with gift requests from children under the care of Child Protective Services. This year's tree was set up shortly after the Thanksgiving holiday, and was sponsored by the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate. Those who participated in the Angel Tree donations were instructed to buy the requested gift listed on the tag and return it to the Speaker's Office by December 10th. This morning, the presentation of the gifts was made around the Christmas tree in the House Chamber.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 14 December 2007 )
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Craddick Announces Select Committee on Electric Generation Capacity and Environmental Effects |
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Written by Administrator
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Thursday, 06 December 2007 |
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(AUSTIN) - Speaker Tom Craddick (R - Midland) today announced the creation of the Select Committee on Electric Generation Capacity and Environmental Effects. Created by proclamation, the Committee will consist of nine House members, all appointed by the speaker.
"As Texas continues to experience enormous population growth, our demand for energy will inevitably increase," Speaker Craddick said. "By creating this committee and appointing members with significant experience in, or knowledge of, the energy market and the environment, we are taking steps toward ensuring that our energy infrastructure keeps pace with the population, while remaining considerate stewards of the environment." |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 15 December 2007 )
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