For Immediate ReleaseAug. 23, 2021 AUSTIN, Texas — With quorum restored for the Texas State Legislature’s second sham special session, two incredibly dangerous bills are poised to advance on Monday: SB 1 and SB 4. The bills represent two of the most oppressive assaults on Texans’ rights in recent history, sharply restricting access to the […]
Recent Press Releases
TFN Urges Representatives to Continue Fight for Democracy as House Obtains Quorum
For Immediate ReleaseAug. 20, 2021 AUSTIN, Texas – After 38 days without quorum because of the walkout from Texas Democrats, the Texas House has now reached a quorum. Texas Freedom Network Executive Director and President Val Benavidez issued the following statement: “Texans will remember this upcoming legislative session as an oppressive, hateful time spearheaded by […]
Texas for All Coalition Unveils Massive Six-Figure Investment in Statewide Field Organizing Program
For Immediate ReleaseAug. 19, 2021 AUSTIN, TX — Today, Texas for All, a coalition of more than 100 groups dedicated to the advancement of Texas’ democracy, has unveiled a massive initial six-figure investment for in-district organizing in important targeted areas to curb the rise of voter suppression in the state. This latest effort to invest […]
Texas Freedom Network Responds to Breaking of Quorum in Legislature
For Immediate Release July 12, 2021 AUSTIN, TX — More than 50 Democratic lawmakers have left the state denying a quorum and halting the progression of a draconian voter suppression bill. This is the second time Democratic lawmakers use this tactic as Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Lt. Governor Dan Patrick have tried repeatedly to […]
Texas Takes Step Forward on Teaching About Climate Change
State Board of Education Gives Approval to Standards That Beef Up Coverage of Climate Change in Selected High School Science Classes FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2021 AUSTIN, Texas –The State Board of Education today voted to approve new curriculum standards for selected high school courses, marking a limited but important step forward in teaching […]
