Phelan creates working group led by Rep. Tom Oliverson and Rep. Senfronia Thompson to focus on legislative operations during pandemic Phelan said the point is to “determine how best to protect the health and safety of legislators, staff, and the public while providing for meaningful public participation in the legislative process” Presumptive Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan on Monday…
read moreBy Suzanne Weiss Dr. Tom Oliverson says the last place he expected to find his name was in the “best” category in the liberal Texas Monthly magazine’s most recent list of “Best and Worst Legislators.” Oliverson (R) is, after all, one of the Texas House’s most conservative members, enjoying high marks on the scorecards of the American Conservative…
read moreOpinion: Why gyms are essential in the age of COVID-19 By Rep. Tom Oliverson Posted Sep 10, 2020 at 12:01 AM The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed how we look at the world. A simple trip to the store now involves donning a mask, talking to employees with face shields, and socially distancing yourself from…
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Lone Star College recognizes Oliverson, Holsey for helping underserved students HOUSTON (Oct. 10, 2019) – Texas Rep. Dr. Tom Oliverson and former Lone Star College Board of Trustees member Dr. David Holsey were recently recognized for their contributions to the LSC lifePATH® program. lifePATH® provides a unique opportunity for adult students with cognitive disabilities to learn the…
read moreFriends, Thank you for reading and staying invested in our community. I hope you and your families have a smooth transition as the school year begins again. As always, you may contact my office with questions, comments, and concerns via phone (512-463-0661) or mail (P.O. Box 2910, Austin, TX 78768). Here is what we have…
read moreFriends, Thank you for continuing to follow along through these dog days of summer. I hope each of you is getting to spend time with your families before the school year begins again. As always, you may contact my office with questions, comments, and concerns via phone (512-463-0661) or mail (P.O. Box 2910, Austin, TX…
read moreFriends, Thank you for reading. As always, you may contact my office with your views via phone (512-463-0661) or mail (P.O. Box 2910, Austin, TX 78768). If you have a question about a particular bill that passed this session, please do not hesitate to reach out. Here is what we have been up to these…
read moreFriends, Thank you for reading. As always, you may contact my office with your views via phone (512-463-0661) or mail (P.O. Box 2910, Austin, TX 78768). Here is what we have been up to these past two weeks in Austin. Ending Surprise Medical Bills for Texans On Tuesday, the Texas House passed SB 1264 which…
read moreAustin, Texas – This morning, the Texas House passed SB 1264 authored by Sen. Kelly Hancock (R-North Richland Hills) and sponsored by Dr. Tom Oliverson (R-Cypress). This landmark legislation will prevent patients with state-regulated health plans from receiving surprise medical bills. In a situation where patients unknowingly receive out-of-network care, SB 1264 directs providers and…
read moreDear Friends, Thank you for reading. As always, you may contact my office with your views via phone (512-463-0661) or mail (P.O. Box 2910, Austin, TX 78768). Here is what we have been up to these past two weeks in Austin. Passing Property Tax Reform Last week, the Texas House passed the Texas Taxpayer Transparency…
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