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Allen Vaught Campaign—September 2nd, 2010
A group of eighteen legislators has petitioned the White House to transfer control of two MC-12 aircraft to the Texas Air National Guard to assist in border security operations.
In their letter they also request that crew training responsibilities be moved from the Mississippi Air National Guard to the Texas Air National Guard on the grounds that the Texas border is a more appropriate training area for overseas counter-insurgency air surveillance.
Allen Vaught, Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Border Security, Health and School Centered Emergencies offered this comment:
“With American combat operations in Iraq coming to a close, it’s appropriate that we should refocus those resources on securing our own nation’s borders.
“Our first priority as a state government ought to be protecting Texas’ citizens rather than criticizing Washington for political gain. We are pleased to make a real, practical request of our Federal government that will protect our border and better train our troops for future deployments.”
A copy of the letter can be viewed here.
It is signed by Representative Valinda Bolton, Representative Ellen Cohen, Represenative Kirk England, Representative Stephen Frost, Chairman Veronica Gonzales, Chairman Mark Homer, Representative Donna Howard, Representative Eric Johnson, Representative Carol Kent, Representative Diana Maldonado, Chairman Jim McReynolds, Representative Jose Menendez, Representative Robert Miklos, Representative Paula Pierson, Chairman Allan Ritter, Representative Kristi Thibaut, Representative Chris Turner, and Representative Allen Vaught.
Allen Vaught Campaign—June 29th, 2010
Dear Friends,
For two terms, I’ve been privileged to serve as your State Representative for District 107. During this time, I have sought to focus on real issues for real people. I believe, like many Texans that Washington-style politics has no place in Austin. Because of that belief, I’ve received legislative awards from diverse groups including state prosecutors, the Texas PTA, pediatricians, educators, Childrens’ Hospital of Dallas, police chiefs and environmental groups.
Today, I am asking for a donation of just $10 from 250 people who support my belief that we need legislators representing real people and real issues instead of hard-line partisan ideology.
Please contribute $10 today!
With Texas’ unemployment at record levels and a looming $18 billion dollar budget shortfall, we need common sense representation NOT hard line right wing ideology. Our district deserves to have someone fighting for the real issues before us – more high paying jobs, safer neighborhoods, better schools, more affordable higher education, property tax reform, and cleaner air and water.
Help me bring common sense representation to Austin
You can easily make a contribution online. Visit my website and donate today. In two days, on Wednesday, June 30, we reach the end of this fundraising cycle, and I am counting on folks like you to help me turn in a strong report
Working together, we can make a difference.
Respectfully,
Allen Vaught
P.S. Don’t forget to sign up and join me in the Lakewood and Lake Highlands 4th of July parades on Saturday July 3rd. Email Sarah@allenvaught.com for more details. Every participant will receive a free t-shirt!
East Dallas Times—May 28th, 2010
State Rep. Allen Vaught, through the very capable folks in the House District 107 local office in the Wells Fargo building, just sent a reminder that the sales tax-free shopping period for energy-efficient appliances and such takes place this weekend.
It runs from the opening of business tomorrow, May 29, and concludes with the close of business Memorial Day Monday, May 31.
Eligible products display the Energy Star logo and include:
- air conditioners priced less than $6,000 (room and central units);
- clothes washers (Energy Star ratings are not applied to clothes dryers since there is little difference between models in the energy used);
- ceiling fans;
- dehumidifiers;
- dishwashers;
- light bulbs (incandescent and fluorescent);
- programmable thermostats, and;
- refrigerators priced less than $2,000.
- Internet and catalog purchases are also eligible. Internet and catalog items must be paid for and delivered, or paid for and immediately shipped, during the exemption period.
If you need any of those things, this week’s probably a good time to buy.
May 22nd, 2010
Rep. Vaught along with fellow Representative Carol Kent officially dedicated the Bankhead Highway in Garland as a historic highway. The Representatives presented Garland Mayor Ronald Jones and the city council with a resolution in recognition of the occasion. On the highway, a Texas Historical Marker was erected. The special dedication was made possible through passage of House Bill 2644, which Rep. Vaught co-authored.
See photos from the event.
East Dallas Times—May 12th, 2010
Shake, Rattle, and Roll 2010 Auction and Concert benefiting Stonewall Jackson Elementary School delivered on its promise: funds for Stonewall, fun for all. Read More »
East Dallas News—April 28th, 2010
The Promise of Peace Community Garden staged its first EcoFest last weekend in conjunction with Earth Day.
Just what takes place at an EcoFest? Check out the ensuing slideshow to catch a glimpse of some of the proceedings, which looked mostly like a lot of digging in the dirt, and there’s nothing wrong with that. Read More »
East Dallas Times—April 26th, 2010
Residents of Old Lake Highlands this week have the opportunity to learn about events and updates at the neighborhood level and the state level.
The Old Lake Highlands Neighborhood Association conducts its spring meeting at 7 p.m., April 29, in Clements Hall at St. John’s School. Read More »
Wounded Warrior Project—April 14th, 2010
On Wednesday Governor Rick Perry and the Texas Veterans Commission awarded a $1 million grant to the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation to be distributed to veterans experiencing financial hardship. Veterans across the state are encouraged to apply for emergency assistance with mortgage and rent payments, food assistance, utility payments and other basic needs. Read More »
Office of Rep. Allen Vaught—April 1st, 2010
Representative Aaron Peña, Chairman of the House Select Committee on Emergency Preparedness, has named State Representative Allen Vaught (Dallas) Chair of the Subcommittee on Border Security, Health and School Centered Emergencies. Read More »
Office of Rep. Allen Vaught—March 11th, 2010
Tomorrow, March 12, 2010, State Representative Allen Vaught will participate in Jersey Mike’s “Wipe Out Kids Cancer Day” to support pediatric cancer research. Representative Vaught will work at the Jersey Mike’s Subs location at 5521 Greenville Avenue in Dallas from 11am-2pm. Read More »
