State Official
Paul Bettencourt
State Senator, Texas Senate District 7
Paul Bettencourt represents State Senate District 7 covering northwest Harris County. He focuses on property tax reform, education, and government accountability.
Offices
Capitol OfficeP.O. Box 12068, Austin, TX 78711
“A little simplification would be the first step toward rational living, I think. ”
— Eleanor Roosevelt.Accountability
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HB 1927Enacted
Texas Law Lets Adults Carry Guns Without Special Permission
Allows eligible Texans aged 21+ to carry handguns without obtaining a license or completing training, effective September 2021.
State
SB 4Enacted
Texas Law About How Police Work With Immigration Officers
Requires local law enforcement to comply with federal immigration detainer ...
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Ethics & Compliance Reporting HotlineIf you see something wrong at Houston Community College, you can report it safely and privately. Call or go online 24/7 to report fraud, discrimination, or other problems that need to be fixed.
Graduate Degree Programs in Public PolicyThis school teaches college students how to work in government and help their communities. Students can learn to make good rules and solve problems that help everyone. There are different programs that take 2-4 years to finish.
Cameroon Peace and Governance ProgramsThis group helps people in Cameroon talk to their government and work together to solve problems. They bring together community leaders and regular citizens to find solutions that make their communities better and more peaceful.
Braver Education - Civil Discourse Training for SchoolsThis program teaches students, teachers, and parents how to have respectful conversations about difficult topics. You can join workshops and debates to learn how to listen to different opinions and share your ideas in a kind way.
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TypeState Senate
DistrictSD-7
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Harris
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