Bulletproof.
On Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, $23 million in grants for rifle-resistant vests to 453 jurisdictions around the state was announced at the Dallas Police Association. Legislation was passed last session and funding was set aside in the budget for this purpose. An estimated 32,842 rifle-resistant vests are expected to be purchased with the $23 million. To read more…
Texas Capitol Hosts World Series Championship Trophy.
Yesterday the 2017 Houston Astros World Series Championship Trophy made a stop at the Texas Capitol, kicking off its 100-city tour. The Governor’s Public Reception Room was open to the public for fans to get a peek of the gold-plated beauty. To read more…
Joint Interim Committee on Prescribing Appointed.
The Joint Interim Committee on Prescribing and Dispensing Controlled Substances has been appointed. Senate membership includes: Sen. Charles Schwertner, MD (R-Georgetown), Sen. Kirk Watson (D-Austin), Sen. Dawn Buckingham, MD (R-Lakeway). House membership includes: Rep. J.D. Sheffield, DO (R-Gatesville), Rep. Donna Howard (D-Austin), and Rep. Dewayne Burns (R-Cleburne). Drs. Schwertner and Sheffield will co-chair the committee.
Only in Austin…
Former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright’s exhibit Read My Pins is currently showing at the LBJ Library and Museum until January 21st. Featured are more than 200 pins and brooches from her personal collection. The exhibition examines the jewelry for their historic significance as well as for their ability to convey a foreign policy message. To read more…