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Confused by a higher property tax bill? You’re not crazy. The system is broken. But Texans don’t have to accept it. Real, lasting property tax relief is possible through reform. #txlege Take action today: sign our letter and tell your lawmaker to support @GregAbbott_TX’s reform plan: freedomisbigger.com/petitions/

Saddened to hear of the passing of Chuck Norris. He was a true legend who never wavered in his commitment to faith, freedom, and the values that make this country strong. Chuck understood something important and stated it often: it’s people—not government—who are granted power by God to make a difference in the world. He lived that truth, boldly defending our constitutional freedoms and never shying away from what he believed. His legacy as an actor, martial artist, and devoted American will continue to inspire generations.

Texas has lost a legend. All of Texas mourns the passing of Chuck Norris. He was not only a martial arts champion, action icon, and the one and only Walker, Texas Ranger. But he electrified generations of conservatives. Giving them a passion and voice to fight for the principles that make America the greatest nation on earth. He embodied the toughness, grit, and patriotism that makes Texas supreme. Rest in peace, Chuck.

It is with great personal sadness that I’ve learned my friend and American Icon Chuck Norris has passed away. Chuck, his wife Gena, and I go back many years. Chuck was one of the first people to endorse me when I ran for the Texas Senate in 2007. Chuck was a committed Christian and a rock-solid conservative. In 2017, he and Gena had lunch with me at the Capitol on my birthday. They sang happy birthday to me. I asked Chuck to cut the cake. He did it only as Chuck Norris would. Our joke was that Chuck could cut the birthday cake with a karate chop and not get icing on his hand. He was a true American success story. Injured in South Korea in the military, he took up martial arts to help heal. Later, he trained movie stars in martial arts. Steve McQueen told him he should be an action star. The rest is history. He became one of the most famous and most recognized people in the world. His martial art movies, and Walker, Texas Ranger, were popular worldwide. He was one of the finest people I’ve ever met. He was the best of the best in every way. He started the “Kickstart Kids” program in Texas schools that taught kids the discipline of martial arts. He loved those kids. I asked him once what his favorite Chuck Norris joke was (he loved those), and he said, “When the boogie man goes to sleep at night, he’s afraid Chuck Norris is in the closet.” I don’t cry often, but today is an exception. I will miss him, everyone who knew him will miss him, and so will his millions of fans. I love you, Chuck! Please keep Gena and the Norris Family in your prayers.

The Austin City Council is spending more than $1.4 million to redesign their website. They just spent over $1 million to change their logo. Local government spending is completely out of control. Gov. Abbott plans to rein them in next session.

We’d love for you to volunteer. We’d love for you to run for school board. We’d love for you to utilize your voice….. Join @AFPhq and @TexasAFP to find out how to #TakeOneSmallStep

1 week ago, @GregAbbott_TX @CarolineForTX @StanGerdesforTX were in Manor, TX talking about the ABSOLUTE need for ALL Texans to get real property tax relief by reigning in local government overspending and reducing the DEBT that every taxpayer pays on their property taxes. This is NON-Partisan and a real opportunity to help all Texans. Big thanks to @ChadHastyRadio to having me on today to talk about what @TexasAFP is doing alongside the Gov, these reps and many more to make Texas more affordable. #FreedomIsBiggerInTexas

Governor Abbott’s Property Tax Pledge 🤝 Texas Leaders With six new cosigners joining this week, the message is clear: the Governor's 5-point plan to lower your property taxes is right for Texas. Thank you for your support to empower Texas taxpayers @OscarRosa336642, @TennysonMoreno, @GeorgeBFlint, @RobertGarza57, Linda Howell, and Humberto Perez!

Weekly coffee and community event in Bowie County, Texas! 🇺🇸 This week was special as we celebrated the birthday of Miss Judy Bradford - one of our most dedicated volunteers! Y’all join us in wishing Judy a very happy birthday! 🎂 🎉

⚠️ 6 months in, HOUSING POLICIES passed by star #TXLEGE legislators making a significant impact of 4,338 homes ⚠️ BIG THANKS to the leadership of @Burrows4TX, @DanPatrick, @GregAbbott_TX and lawmakers like @SenBryanHughes, @GatesforTexas, @TeamBettencourt, @ColeHefnerTX, @angelia_orr & our star 💫 housing coalition. Homes across the state are FINALLY moving forward for TX families 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 🏗️ Pepper Square (Dallas): 870 homes 🏗️ Parc on Jackson (Dallas): 182 homes 🏗️ Preston Harbor (Lake Texoma): 1,300 homes 🏗️ Preston Royal (Dallas): 750 homes 🏗️ Heritage Creekside: 751 homes 🏗️ Riverplace (Austin): 330 homes •more #txlege

Property taxes are out of control. For years, the state has had to buy down property taxes to keep bills from exploding. But that’s just a band-aid on the real problem — runaway local government spending and skyrocketing appraisals. I joined Governor @GregAbbott_TX to lay out a plan to fix it: ✔️ Put real limits on local government spending ✔️ Require 2/3 voter approval before taxes can be raised ✔️ Give voters the power to roll back excessive taxes ✔️ Cap appraisal growth and create predictability ✔️ Eliminate school property taxes for homeowners Texans should never be taxed out of their homes. This session, we’re going to stop the cycle and deliver real property tax relief. #txlege

Thank you Governor @GregAbbott_TX for your willingness to work with our new coalition! Together we will reform property taxes and protect taxpayers. #txlege Read more: freedomisbigger.com/economic-progr…

Inbox 📩: @TexasAFP launched task force for property tax reform. @GregAbbott_TX said he looks forward to "working alongside AFP and the Lone Star Property Tax Reform Council as we fight to return the power to the taxpayers."

Not only is it possible to govern responsibly and within your means, but by law it ought to be the standard. We are mobilizing a coalition of local elected officials to support property tax reform and protect taxpayers. The Lone Star Property Tax Reform Council has launched and is ready to get to work. #txlege

ICYMI: We have launched the Lone Star Property Tax Reform Council! Spearheaded by our very own @joelcastrotx this coalition of local elected officials will work with us to support property tax reform and empower taxpayers. #txlege Read more: freedomisbigger.com/economic-progr…

Reported first in this mornings "Daily Bull" we have launched The Lone Star Property Tax Reform Council! #txlege Read more from: @TXBullpen texasbullpen.com/daily-bull/exx…

For every problem, there is a solution…..if you are willing to put in the work. Solving high property taxes is something we can all agree on so come along side @TexasAFP and @GregAbbott_TX for structural change and long lasting reform!

We’re working to reform a broken system that for too long has punished taxpayers instead of protecting them. Momentum continues to grow for property tax reform and we are not slowing down. @GregAbbott_TX @gcollinstx #txlege

Property tax reform is a NON-PARTISAN issue. It’s time dems get on board… your constituents don’t like skyrocketing property taxes either. Can we all just agree on this issue? I talk to Rs, Is, and Ds and each group feels the same. Texans need to come together and we can show the nation that: 1. Our state works 2. Our state listens to the voters/taxpayers

Conservatives support Property Tax Reform! Earlier today Governor @GregAbbott_TX shared this list of lawmakers who have signed onto his reform plan! If your State Representative is not on this list, sign our letter and tell them that it is time to get on board: americansforprosperity.actcentr.com/ContactOfficia…

The crowd welcomes Governor @GregAbbott_TX , Rep. @StanGerdesforTX , Rep. @CarolineForTX , and our very own state director @gcollinstx as we kick off another property tax reform rally! #txlege