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Join TCAN and other reform advocates for a press conference on the Capitol Steps at 1:30 Wednesday.
Under the banner of Texans Against Big Money, campaign reform advocates and the sponsors of three bills to limit campaign money will hold a brief press conference to discuss the legislation's impact on Texas elections. House Elections Committee Chairman Leo Berman has scheduled the bills for public hearings on Wednesday afternoon.
Wednesday, April 18, 1:30 PM
State Capitol, South Steps
Speakers will include:
Rep. Mark Strama, sponsor of HB 110
Rep. Mike Villarreal, sponsor of HB 111
Rep. Todd Smith, sponsor of HB 1085
Mary Finch, League of Women Voters of Texas
John Courage, True Courage Action Network
Craig McDonald, Texans for Public Justice
Mario Perez, Common Cause
Then come speak out (or sign in to show your support) for three important campaign contribution limits bills under consideration by the House Elections Committee. The hearing is schedule for 2pm or upon adjournment of the House (expect a delay).
We'll be delivering to the committee the stack of hundreds of petitions many of you have signed. If you haven't yet, please sign now and forward to friends. The Elections Committee needs to hear that people are ready to rein in the influence of Big Money in Texas politics.
You can read more background on the issue here |
