April is National Autism Awareness Month. Awareness months are helpful because they bring public attention to issues facing many of our friends and families and autism is no different. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the medical term for Autism is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), which is described as a group of…

During the 87th Regular Legislative Session, I introduced House Concurrent Resolution 46 which designates April as Beach Safety & Rip Current Awareness Month. The purpose of this month is to bring attention to rip currents and safety at the beach. I would like to take this opportunity to educate and spread awareness for beach safety.…

Music is one of Texas’ top tourist attractions and has a positive impact on the state’s economy. Today, I would like to share with you information about this important type of tourism. Even though the state is widely known for its country music, the music industry in Texas is very diverse and unique in its…

March is American Red Cross Month which is a nationwide initiative aimed at raising awareness for the humanitarian programs and services provided by this organization. As such, I would like to highlight the many ways the American Red Cross makes an impact in communities across the world as well as to share ways you can…

As Spring Break begins, I would like to show the importance of the Texas Coast. Texas has over 360 miles of coastline that line the Gulf of Mexico, also known as the Gulf Coast. The coastline and beaches of Texas are important for our ecosystem, communities, and economy. These areas are home to marine life,…