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Rep. Pete P. Gallego Remains Optimistic After Revenue Estimate

January 27th, 2009

~ Texas Must Prioritize Spending on Issues Important to Texas Families  ~

(Austin) - The 81st Legislature began with a cloud looming over its head with the release of the Comptroller’s Revenue Estimate. State Comptroller of Public Accounts, Susan Combs, announced that general revenue estimates for Fiscal Years 2010-2011 will be down $9.1 billion over the next two years.  

“As the national and state economies continue to face extreme pressure, we are going to have to work harder than ever to ensure that the people of District 74 and all of Texas have the tools necessary to continue moving our state forward,” Gallego said. “We must prioritize our needs, putting Texas families and children first.” 

According to Comptroller Susan Comb’s Biennial Revenue Estimate for 2010-11, the state will have an estimated 10.5 percent decrease in funds available compared to 2008-09. Although the state experienced strong growth for Fiscal Year 2008, the next biennium will pose many challenges for all Texans. 

“Now, more than ever, is the time to commit to bipartisan policies that will have positive, lasting effects for all Texans. We must not let politics get in the way of policymaking,” explained Gallego. “Average Texans cannot afford continued, dramatic spending cuts. It is up to us to find new, innovative ways to fund programs essential for Texas growth and prosperity, such as public education and children’s healthcare.” 

Rep. Gallego can be reached by calling his offices in Alpine, Del Rio, or Austin. Alternatively, constituents can email DISTRICT74.Gallego@house.state.tx.us for more information.

Posted in Blog, Press Releases

Pete P. Gallego Sworn In As State Representative

January 20th, 2009

~ 81st Legislature Brings Gallego 10th Term and a New Speaker of the House ~

AUSTIN– As the 81st Texas Legislature convened at noon today, all eyes were focused in Austin as members of both the Senate and House were sworn in. Alpine resident Pete P. Gallego was among the 150 House members to take the oath of office for the Texas House of Representatives. State Representative Gallego has been elected to serve the people of House District 74 for a tenth consecutive term. 

“I am both honored and excited to continue serving the folks of District 74 and the State of Texas”, Gallego said. “I have no doubt this session will bring positive change to Texas households. We need to start prioritizing things that matter most to our families. Each and every household should have the opportunity to get a better education, have access to quality healthcare, and have the opportunity to hold a better job than they did before”. 

Soon after members took their oaths, the Texas House elected a new Speaker for the 81st Legislature. Rep. Joe Straus, R-San Antonio, was elected by a unanimous acclamation replacing Tom Craddick, R-Midland. Straus, a two term Republican, brings the promise of civility, unity, and respect to a House that has long been divided. 

“I am looking forward to working with Speaker Straus in the upcoming months. I’m ready to put the partisanship of the past 6 years behind us so that we can move forward, together, to solve the challenges facing hard-working Texans”, said Gallego. “Great things are possible for Texas when we work together, trust one another, and support each other. There is no better proof of that than the change that truly starts today in the Texas House. Working together in a bi-partisan manner, there is nothing we cannot accomplish for the betterment of Texas.”

The 81st Legislative Session will continue for 140 days, ending in early June. Rep. Gallego can be reached by calling his offices in Alpine, Del Rio, or Austin. Alternatively, constituents can email DISTRICT74.Gallego@house.state.tx.us for more information.

 

Posted in Press Releases

Rep. Gallego Earns Top Marks from the Wind Coalition

October 3rd, 2008

The Wind Coalition announced that State Representative Pete Gallego has earned top marks from their organization as an “Outstanding Supporter” of the burgeoning wind energy industry.

According to their press release, Rep. Gallego “not only voted favorably on wind energy issues, but also took an advocacy role in encouraging the industry’s growth — such as supporting CREZ and issuing public comments in support of wind energy, and economic and environmental policies conducive to the growth of the industry.”

“I appreciate the important work being done by The Wind Coalition,” said Rep. Gallego, “and am humbled that they would grant me this recognition.”

Some of the best jobs being created in West Texas today are the so-called “green-collar” jobs in the wind farm industry. Rep. Gallego said one of the best ways to reduce our dependence on foreign oil while simultaneously cleaning up our air is through alternative sources such as wind energy.

“Wind energy is a win-win for the people of Texas,” said Rep. Gallego. “The wind energy industry is creating good jobs in West Texas and across the state while simultaneously generating clean power that will help Texans become more energy independent.  I am proud to support such clean and common-sense solutions to our energy challenges.”

Because leaders like Rep. Gallego have consistently supported efforts to increase the renewable energy portfolio, Texas leads the nation in renewable energy generation, with many of those jobs located in West Texas.

The Wind Coalition

http://www.nawindpower.com/naw/e107_plugins/content/content_lt.php?content.2784

 

Posted in Endorsements

Texas League of Conservation Voters Endorses Rep. Gallego

October 1st, 2008

One of the leading voices for environmental protection and conservation in Texas, the Texas League of Conservation Voters, has proudly endorsed State Representative Pete Gallego for re-election this November.

“West Texans should be as proud of Representative Gallego as they are of their beautiful mountains and scenery,” said James Canup, Executive Director of the Texas League of Conservation Voters. “They are fortunate to have such a strong advocate in the Texas House who shares their desire to clean our air, clean our water, increase our renewable and alternative energy sources, protect our public parklands, and make Texas more energy efficient.”

“I want to thank the Texas League of Conservation Voters for their endorsement, their friendship, and the trust they continue to place in my leadership on environmental issues from energy conservation and efficiency to environmental protection,” said Rep. Gallego. “I will continue to fight for cleaner water, cleaner air, protected public parklands, and against low-level nuclear waste dumps in West Texas.”According to the TLCV letter endorsing Rep. Gallego, “Because of you’re A+ grade in our 2007 legislative scorecard for voting with Texas’ environmental communities, we’re pleased to endorse your re-election. Your leadership addressing environmental issues both in your district and across Texas is inspirational, and critically important for our future as Texans.”

“Working together with organizations like the Texas League of Conservation Voters, we will make Texas a safer, cleaner, more energy efficient state for all Texas families,” said Rep. Gallego. “I am humbled by their support and look forward to continuing our work to make our water and air cleaner, our parks more accessible, and our energy more efficient.”

Rep. Gallego’s pro-environment positions and accomplishments:

·         Rep. Gallego has consistently authored, supported and voted for legislation to increase renewable and alternative energy by increasing the state’s renewable portfolio standard

·         Rep. Gallego has been a leading proponent of and champion for West Texas wind farms, creating both clean energy and green collar jobs for West Texas

·         Rep. Gallego lead the fight opposing the effort to make HD 74 near Sierra Blanco the nation’s primary low level radioactive waste dump

·         Rep. Gallego has consistently fought to ensure Big Bend Ranch State Park, the Christmas Mountains, and other Texas parklands remain open and accessible to all Texans

·         Rep. Gallego has consistently fought to increase funding for state and local parks

·         Rep. Gallego has consistently supported legislation supporting cleaner water and cleaner air

·         Rep. Gallego earned a grade of A+ on the Texas League of Conservation Voters 2007 legislative scorecard

Texas League of Conservation Voters
http://tlcv.org/index.asp

 

Posted in Endorsements

Texas Association of REALTORS® Endorses Rep. Gallego

September 26th, 2008

This week the 90,000-member Texas Association of REALTORS® announced its endorsement of State Representative Pete P. Gallego for re-election to the Texas House of Representatives from House District 74.

Click Here to Read the TAR Endorsement

“I want to thank the Texas Association of REALTORS, and all of the real estate professionals in the 13 counties I represent, for their endorsement and the trust they continue to place in my leadership,” said Rep. Gallego. “We share the common goal of making home ownership more accessible and affordable for all Texas families.”

According to the endorsement announced this week, “The Texas economy is one of the strongest in the country and that’s due in large part to the state’s enduring real estate industry,” said Randy Jeffers, chairman of the Texas Association of REALTORS®. “We’ve remained strong because Texas REALTORS® have worked as partners with our statewide lawmakers to protect private property rights and act in the best interests of homeowners.” According to Mr. Jeffers, Rep. Gallego has “demonstrated his commitment to that cause, which is why the Texas Association of REALTORS® has pledged its full support,” to the Pete Gallego Campaign.

“Homeowners have yet to see the property-tax relief we were promised,” said Rep. Gallego. “I want hard-working families from Del Rio and Uvalde to Fort Stockton and Alpine to know that we will continue to fight to triple the homestead exemption so that homeowners get real property tax relief. I look forward to working with my realtor friends and the Texas Association of REALTORS® to make that goal a reality for Texas families.”

About the Texas Association of REALTORS®
“The Texas Association of REALTORS® is a not-for-profit professional association comprised of more than 90,000 members representing all aspects of real estate in Texas” who “advocate on behalf of Texas Realtors and homeowners.” http://texasrealtors.com/

 

Posted in Endorsements, Notes

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