August is National Immunization Awareness Month

 August is National Immunization Awareness Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

August is National Immunization Awareness Month Each year, August is designated as National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). This important awareness month began in order to help educate communities on the importance of vaccinations for individuals of all ages. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) states that there are currently vaccinations for infants, children and teens…

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Back to School Means Sales Tax Holiday

 Back to School Means Sales Tax Holiday 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Back to School Means Sales Tax Holiday The 2016-2017 school year is right around the corner, which means the arrival of Texas’ annual Sales Tax Holiday weekend. From August 5-7, Texas law exempts most clothing, school supplies, footwear and backpacks from sales and use taxes under $100. This means shoppers could expect to see a…

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Various Occupational Licensing Boards Undergo Sunset Review Process

 Various Occupational Licensing Boards Undergo Sunset Review Process 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Various Occupational Licensing Boards Undergo Sunset Review Process There are several key state agencies and programs currently under review by the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission ahead of the 2017 Texas Legislative Session. As a reminder, the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission is an advisory organization charged with monitoring the performance of over 130 state agencies and…

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Museums Contribute To Tourism, Knowledge, Context in The Coastal Bend

 Museums Contribute To Tourism, Knowledge, Context in The Coastal Bend 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

Museums Contribute To Tourism, Knowledge, Context in The Coastal Bend The Coastal Bend is one of the top tourism destinations in the state of Texas. This is in great part due to our region’s many historical, cultural and coastal attractions. With the summer travel season well underway, I would like to spend the next few…

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The Month Of July Marks National UV Safety Month

 The Month Of July Marks National UV Safety Month 150 150 Elect Todd Hunter

The Month Of July Marks National UV Safety Month July is designated as National Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Month. According to the American Cancer Society, individuals with a high level of exposure to UV rays from the sun have an increased risk of skin cancer, which is the most prevalent type of cancer in the country.…

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