A publication of the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops
In this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Our report on the results of the 87th Legislature TCCB ED announces new associate dir. of accreditation And more! … A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director As promised at the end of session, we have compiled a full report of the results of our advocacy at…
Read MoreIn this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Legislature concludes May 31 … Death penalty resources for small groups … and more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director The 87th Texas Legislature closes “sine die” May 31. It’s been a historic session, what with the pandemic and the severe February winter storm, not to…
Read MoreIn this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Last week for committee action – Legislature concludes May 31 Execution scheduled for May 19 Laudato Si’ Week resources And more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director This is the final week of the Legislature in which committees can take action on bills, and next week…
Read MoreIn this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Senate bills addressing prolife and essential caregiver visitation rights Bills in committee this week Novena to St. Isidore and Marian shrine Rosary schedule And more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director Contact House Calendars Committee and ask them to set SB 394! This is the week…
Read MoreIn this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Bishops issue signatory letter opposing permitless carry of guns… Last week for bills to pass the House… Pro-life, foster care, education and more at stake… And more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director There’s just a few days left for House bills to be able to…
Read MoreIn this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Executive Director Jennifer Carr Allmon updates on legislative activity… Engage in legislation being debated this week… May is Foster Care Month, and a great time to promote the St. Joseph Ministry… Pope Francis calls for prayers to end the pandemic… And more! A Message from Jennifer Allmon,…
Read MoreIn this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Executive Director Jennifer Carr Allmon addresses permit-less carry and death penalty bills… Bills in Committee this week…. A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director This is the first time in recent history Catholics have not gathered at the Capitol during the legislative session. That doesn’t mean we…
Read MoreIn this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Executive Director Jennifer Carr Allmon discusses pro-life and end of life bills… A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director We hope everyone had a peaceful and joyful Easter. Please take note that next week we will be switching to a Monday edition of the Voice for the…
Read MoreIn this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Executive Director Jennifer Carr Allmon addresses bills on juvenile justice and public assistance… A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director This is a special Wednesday edition of the Voice, since we will be away from the office for the Easter Triduum. We are thrilled to report this…
Read MoreIn this issue of the Texas Catholic Voice: Executive Director Jennifer Carr Allmon talks testimony…. A Message from Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director TCCB staff has worked diligently to complete bill review and is now focused on drafting testimony. We register support or opposition for bills by “dropping a card” at the committee hearing or we…
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