Dewhurst seeks public input on interim charges
Date Posted: 9/27/2013 | Author: Jennifer Mitchell, CAE
Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst has set up a special website to collect input from the general public on ideas for interim charges. Interim charges direct legislative committees to study various issues before the next legislative session. The charges serve as a preview of what the big issues will be during the next session. You can submit your ideas for interim charges at www.yourtexasvoice.com. Also, post your ideas in the comments section below. What do you think the Legislature should study?
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