Cherokeean Herald (Rusk, Tex.), Vol. 163, No. 49, Ed. 1 Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Page: 2 of 14
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■ Wednesday, January 30, 2013
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STATE LEGISLATURE
Nichols’ 5 Cents: assignments, acts mark 3rd week of session
By Sen. Robert Nichols
State Senator, Dist. 3
The third week of session has
been a busy one with Senate Com-
mittee assignments
released, as well
as several much-
talked-about pieces
of legislation filed.
The halls of the
Capitol are teaming
with people, and the
pace only promises
to pick up in the
coming weeks.
Five important
things that hap-
pened this week at your Texas
Capitol are:
Committee assignments
announced
Late last week, Lt. Governor David
Dewhurst announced the Senate
Committee assignments for the
current session.
I am honored Lt. Governor De-
whurst reappointed me to most
of the same committees so I can
continue the work I already started.
This means I will continue to serve
on the Natural Resources, Sunset
and Health and Human Services
Committees, and as chair of Trans-
portation.
I will also remain as vice-chair of
the Intergovernmental Relations
Committee, which affects local and
county government.
However, I have also been added
to the State Affairs Committee, a
committee dealing with everything
from health insurance to workers’
compensation. I am pleased to be
working on such important, yet
diverse, issues.
House committees have not been
assigned yet, but will likely come
next week.
Gun bills abound
Following the recent encroach-
ment of Washington D.C. on our
second Amendment rights, many
members of the Legislature have
filed bills to fight back.
Two of the more high profile bills
include Rep. John Otto’s “Second
Amendment Preservation Act,”
House Bill 533, which invalidates
federal acts in violation of the
Second Amendment and prohibits
the enforcement of attempts to ban
firearms or the amount of ammuni-
tion that may be purchased.
Rep. Steve Toth also announced
plans to file the “Firearms Protec-
tion Act,” that would make any
federal law banning semi-automatic
firearms or limiting the size of gun
magazines unenforceable within the
state’s boundaries. Anyone trying to
enforce a federal gun ban could face
felony charges under the proposal.
“Invoicing the Federal
Government Act”
Sen. Craig Estes filed Senate Con-
current Resolution 6, “Invoicing the
Federal Government Act.”
This would bill the federal gov-
ernment for the amount Texas has
spent on border security in the past
two years.
As Sen. Estes’ bill explains, border
security is a federal duty and the cost
should not be borne by the citizens
of Texas.
During the 2012-13 budget cycle,
the state has spent $221.6 million
on such operations.
The federal government has
delayed any meaningful action or
reform on border security for quite
some time, forcing Texans to foot
the bill or face unimaginable con-
sequences.
An unprotected border allows for
the risk of drug smuggling, human
trafficking and cartel violence to
infiltrate our state and beyond.
Perhaps even more alarming is
the ease with which members of
terrorist organizations could enter
the country and wreak unspeakable
havoc.
Important dates for
the Legislative session
The session may begin at a brisk
pace, but as it continues, it picks up
to whirlwind status.
Here are a few important dates to
keep in mind:
• March 8 - This is the last date
bills can be filed.
• March 11 - Unless the gover-
nor declares emergency legislative
items, this is the first day the Legis-
lature may vote on filed legislation.
• May 27 - This is the final day
of the 83rd regular session, which
happens to fall on Memorial Day.
• June 16 - This is the last day
the governor can sign or veto bills
passed during the regular legisla-
tive session.
Follow the Texas
Legislature online
The Texas Legislature is now more
accessible than ever via the internet
at www.capitol.state.tx.us.
The site allows you to watch hear-
ings, look up bills by subject and
keyword, review bill analyses and
witness lists, and learn about fiscal
implications.
You may also sign up to receive
e-mail notifications when bills of
interest to you are assigned to com-
mittee and then advance through
the process.
I am an ardent advocate for
transparency in government and
feel this is a huge step forward in
that pursuit.
By keeping abreast of happenings
in your state capitol, you ensure
accountability and integrity for all
Texans.
Robert Nichols is the state senator
for Senate District 3. First elected
in 2006, Sen. Nichols represents
19 counties including much of East
Texas and part of Montgomery
County. He lives in Jacksonville.
State Sen.
Robert Nichols
Cherokee Cloggers
offering lessons each
Thursday
The Cherokee Cloggers will of-
fer beginner clogging lessons each
Thursday at 5:45 p.m.
Classes will be held at the Rusk
SeniorCenter, located inside the Rusk
Civic Center, 555 Euclid St.
There is no charge and special
shoes are not needed for lessons.
For more information, contact Patty
Benda at (903) 262-0670.
Magruder hits hole-in-one
Jamie Magruder achieved his
first hole-in-one during the Thursday
morning senior scramble Jan. 17 at
Birmingham Forest Golf Club.
The ace was picked up at the 112-
yard par 3 sixth hole using a pitching
wedge.
Witnesses to the shot were Tommy
McElroy and Bob and Charlotte Lee.
NEWS
In the most recent seniorscramble,
the team of Nick Baugh, Dan Williams,
Roger Reagan and James Howell won
the event, shooting -5.
Three teams finished tied for
second.
Doyle Rasberry won the closest to
the pin award.
Cherokee Trails sponsors
blood drive Feb. 1
The staff of Cherokee Trails Rehab
& Healthcare has issued an invitation
to the public to participate in a com-
munity blood drive.
The blood drive will be from 10
a.m.-2 p.m. Friday.
Cherokee Trails Rehab & Health-
care is located at 330 Bagley Road
in Rusk.
Contact Erin Vermillion at (903)
683-5438 for additional information
or to reserve a donation time.
Appointments are not necessary.
‘Branded fir 1st
Cowboy Church
Study of other Religions by Dana Welch
Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28 • 6pm nightly
Paul Daily 'Horse Whisperer'
April 25 • 6pm
Sunday • 10 a.m. • Worship Service
Thursday • 6:30 p.m. • Bible Study
\_/
Curtis Oliver - Pastor
(936) 867-5533, home or (936) 675-3205, cell
*71
5592 Hwy 110 N
(5 miles from 84 & 110 in Rusk)
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Sam Houston announces
fall graduates
Students receiving degrees from
Sam Houston State University during
December commencements have
been announced.
Graduates include two Alto resi-
dents: Jorden Hicks receiving a
Bachelor of Science degree in animal
science and Lance Low, a Bachelor of
Science degree in kinesiology.
Morgan Weaver named
to President’s List at
LeTourneau University
Morgan Weaver of Jacksonville
was named to the fall President’s List
at LeTourneau University. Mr. Weaver
achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point
average to receive this honor.
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