By Senator Robert Nichols (Senate District)

My Five Cents: State Parks, Student Athletes, Women's Sports, Family Care Items, CDL Program

May 19, 2023 - On May 18, 1912 the USS Texas, also known as Battleship Texas, launched and quickly became one of the most powerful weapons in the world. It is credited with the introduction and innovation of advances in gunnery, aviation, and radar. She is the last surviving Dreadnought and the only battleship in existence today that fought in both World War I and World War II.

Here are five things happening around your state:

1. New fund to support creation of more state parks passes House

My Five Cents: Data Privacy/Security Act, School Safety, SFA, TEA Fellowship, Health Care Billing

May 12, 2023 - The first few bills have made it to the Governor’s desk for his signature, which signals the end of session is fast approaching. Of the over 8,000 bills filed this session, just over 100 bills and joint resolutions have been sent to the governor and four have been signed into law.

Here are five things happening around your state:

1. House Bill 4 passes the Senate

My Five Cents: GLO Grant, SFA to UT, School Safety, Law Enforcement, Sales Tax Holiday

April 21, 2023 - April 21 is San Jacinto Day in Texas, which celebrates the final battle of the Texas Revolution in 1836 when Texas won its independence from Mexico. The battle was fought in present-day La Porte, Texas and lasted just 18 minutes before General Sam Houston defeated General Santa Anna’s Mexican army.
Here are five things happening around your state: 

1. Beaumont, Orange County award General Land Office grants

My Five Cents: Property Tax Relief, TRS, Broadband bill, Ankle Monitor, Bail Reform

March 23, 2023 - One hundred years ago this week, Lamar University in Beaumont originated as South Park Junior College when the Beaumont ISD superintendent sought to develop plans for a junior college. Later that year, the institution’s doors opened, and the name was changed to Lamar College and later Lamar University. I’m a proud alumnus of Lamar University!

Here are five things happening around your state:

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