fbpx

News

Schwertner to Introduce Legislation to Protect Williamson County from Austin’s Failed Homelessness Policy

 Schwertner to Introduce Legislation to Protect Williamson County from Austin’s Failed Homelessness Policy 1024 683 Ryan Gravatt

Proposed legislation will push back against the Austin City Council’s plan to relocate its homeless population to Williamson County without the appropriate resources or support. AUSTIN, TX – Today, Senator Charles Schwertner (R-Georgetown) announced his opposition to the City of Austin’s plan to relocate homeless individuals to Williamson County. The Austin City Council recently announced…

Schwertner to Expand Career and Technical Education

 Schwertner to Expand Career and Technical Education 1024 683 Ryan Gravatt

SB 473 would expand curriculum options for Texas high school students, allowing career and technical education courses to count towards graduation requirements. AUSTIN, TX – Today, Senator Charles Schwertner (R-Georgetown) filed SB 473 to improve access to career and technical education (CTE) coursework for Texas high school students. Currently, students must take one credit of fine arts but…

Schwertner to Chair Senate Administration Committee

 Schwertner to Chair Senate Administration Committee 1024 683 Ryan Gravatt

AUSTIN, TX – Today, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick appointed State Senator Charles Schwertner, MD (R-Georgetown) to serve as Chair of the Senate Committee on Administration.  “I am honored by Lt. Governor Patrick’s trust in my ability to lead this important committee,” said Schwertner. “The Senate Committee on Administration handles a broad range of issues that…

Sen. Schwertner Files Legislation to Improve Access to Quality Healthcare Networks for Texas Patients

 Sen. Schwertner Files Legislation to Improve Access to Quality Healthcare Networks for Texas Patients 1024 748 Ryan Gravatt

Dr. Charles Schwertner’s SB 245 would direct the Office of Public Insurance Council to monitor the adequacy of managed care networks and advocate for Texas consumers. AUSTIN, TX — Today, Senator Charles Schwertner (R-Georgetown) filed legislation to grant the state’s Office of Public Insurance Council (OPIC) the authority to better represent the interests of Texas consumers in matters…

Schwertner Announces 2021 College Affordability Plan

 Schwertner Announces 2021 College Affordability Plan 900 617 Ryan Gravatt

Schwertner’s proposal includes capping college fees at their current levels and requiring public universities to submit their annual report on cost transparency to the Legislature. AUSTIN, TX — Today, Senator Charles Schwertner (R-Georgetown) filed legislation to make higher education more affordable for Texas families by addressing the significant cost growth at Texas’ public colleges and…

Schwertner Fights for Competition in Electric Market

 Schwertner Fights for Competition in Electric Market 1024 612 Ryan Gravatt

An advocate for free market principles, Senator Charles Schwertner files SB 182 to lower utility bills for Texas families, provide consumers with choice and competition in the retail electric market, and bring an end to electric utility monopolies. AUSTIN, TX — Today, Senator Charles Schwertner (R-Georgetown) filed SB 182 to help lower electricity costs for…

Sen. Schwertner talks civic engagement, pandemic at Bryan Rotary Club

 Sen. Schwertner talks civic engagement, pandemic at Bryan Rotary Club 1024 740 Texans for Charles Schwertner.

Texas Sen. Charles Schwertner addressed the Bryan Rotary Club on Wednesday and discussed — among other topics — civic engagement and the COVID-19 pandemic with the gathering of area leaders. Schwertner, an orthopedic surgeon, is a Republican who represents Texas Senate District 5, which includes Brazos and Robertson counties among 10 counties in central and…

Sen. Schwertner looking for more public involvement when it comes to government

 Sen. Schwertner looking for more public involvement when it comes to government 150 150 Texans for Charles Schwertner.

Senator Charles Schwertner spoke to the Bryan Rotary Club Wednesday about topics surrounding the upcoming elections and why people need to do more than just vote. BRYAN, Texas — After spending a decade in Texas politics, Senator Charles Schwertner wants to see the public become more involved. The District 5 senator spoke to the Bryan Rotary Club…

In 2015, Sen. Schwertner attempted to upgrade state’s disease response

 In 2015, Sen. Schwertner attempted to upgrade state’s disease response 150 150 Texans for Charles Schwertner.

After the Ebola outbreak, Sen. Schwertner recommended stockpiling protective gear and expanding state powers to deal with infectious diseases.  In 2014, an Ebola scare in Texas put the spotlight on the state’s preparedness to deal with an outbreak of infectious disease, and it wasn’t pretty. A task force formed to study handling such outbreaks highlighted the urgent…

State Lawmakers ask Department of Transportation to drop high-speed rail project

 State Lawmakers ask Department of Transportation to drop high-speed rail project 150 150 Texans for Charles Schwertner.

BRYAN, TX — More than two dozen state lawmakers have signed a letter urging the U.S. Department of Transportation to end work related to a high-speed rail project that would pass through the Brazos Valley. The letter, written by District 13 State. Rep. Ben Leman, says the project’s developer, Texas Central Partners, “simply does not…

  • 1
  • 2

FACEBOOK

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons
Dr. Charles Schwertner
39 minutes ago
Dr. Charles Schwertner

We are looking for accountability today and information to ensure that this never happens again. When I asked ERCOT CEO Bill Magness about the contradictions between his testimony and that of the CEOs of energy generators, he wasn’t able to provide a clear answer. We don’t know the truth yet, but generators say they were offline because of ERCOT’s actions. ERCOT says they aren’t sure about that. Rest assured, we’ll get to the bottom of this.

We will continue to work to get the answers that Texans deserve. ... See MoreSee Less

Play
View on Facebook
· Share
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
View Comments
  • Likes: 1
  • Shares: 0
  • Comments: 0

Comment on Facebook

Dr. Charles Schwertner
2 hours ago
Dr. Charles Schwertner

Victims of the recent winter storms in Texas will have until June 15, 2021, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. For more information, please visit bit.ly/3bC92ho. ... See MoreSee Less

Victims of the recent winter storms in Texas will have until June 15, 2021, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/3bC92ho.
View on Facebook
· Share
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
View Comments
  • Likes: 1
  • Shares: 0
  • Comments: 0

Comment on Facebook

Dr. Charles Schwertner
3 hours ago
Dr. Charles Schwertner

Today is National Chili Day! One of my favorite ways to meet with constituents and fellow Texans is at Chili Suppers hosted by local organizations throughout Senate District 5. ... See MoreSee Less

Today is National Chili Day! One of my favorite ways to meet with constituents and fellow Texans is at Chili Suppers hosted by local organizations throughout Senate District 5.
View on Facebook
· Share
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
View Comments
  • Likes: 4
  • Shares: 0
  • Comments: 1

Comment on Facebook

Put a mask on Show some Respect

Load more
FOLLOW

Dr. Schwertner

SIGN UP

FOR UPDATES
  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.