Abortion Rights: Trust Texans. Protect Choice. Respect Life.

Texans deserve the freedom to make deeply personal medical decisions without government overreach, moral grandstanding, or political games.

I support full access to abortion during the first trimester. It’s private, it’s common, and it’s no one else’s business. And when it comes to complicated pregnancies, genetic disorders, or the trauma of rape and incest, I believe we owe Texans real care. Not cruelty wrapped in legislation.

Her Body, Her Call.

Restore the right to choose an abortion with no government interference.

Treat abortion as a private medical matter, not political theater.

Reinstate protections similar to Roe-era standards that respected choice and privacy.

Full-Term Access for Trauma & Medical Necessity

Guarantee access to abortion at any stage in cases of:

• Rape or incest

• Life-threatening conditions for the mother

• Severe genetic abnormalities

• Nonviable pregnancies

End laws that force victims and families to suffer through hopeless or dangerous pregnancies.

Real Healthcare, Not Political Punishment

Expand access to clinics, OB-GYNs, and maternal care, especially in underserved areas.

Fund telehealth, prenatal care, and genetic counseling so families have actual choices, not fake ones.

Ensure rape and incest survivors get trauma-informed support, not shame.

Protect Doctors and Patients

Decriminalize abortion care and protect medical professionals from prosecution.

Safeguard doctor-patient confidentiality. No reporting requirements, no witch hunts.

Reaffirm that pregnancy should never be a legal liability.

Myths vs Facts

MYTH: “People want abortions up until birth!”

FACT: Over 90% of abortions happen in the first trimester. Later procedures are rare and nearly always due to medical complications or trauma.

MYTH: “You can just give the baby up for adoption.”

FACT: That doesn’t solve high-risk pregnancies, nonviable fetuses, or the trauma of forced birth from rape or incest.

MYTH: “Abortion bans protect life.”

FACT: Bans lead to delayed care, unnecessary deaths, and forced suffering. They don’t reduce abortion rates, they just make them dangerous.

This is the bold, reasonable, pro-Texan stance that respects life, liberty, and common sense. I will not tiptoe around extremists. I will stand up for EVERY Texan. THE GOVERNMENT WILL BE IN YOUR DOCTOR’S OFFICE ALL THE TIME, OR NONE OF THE TIME!

Legalize Casinos in Texas. The Smart Way, Not the Sleazy Way.

Texans are already gambling, they’re just handing billions to Oklahoma, Louisiana, and shady underground operations instead of building our own damn communities.

It’s time we face facts: legal, regulated casinos can boost our economy, create jobs, and fund public services if we do it the right way.

Grown adults should have the freedom to choose entertainment and Texas should have the brains to make sure it’s safe, fair, and beneficial for everyone.

Legalize and Regulate Casinos, But Keep It Smart.

• Allow casino resorts under a strict statewide licensing system.

• Limit casinos to major cities only (population 300,000+).

• Smaller towns and rural counties must hold a local public vote to approve casinos before any license can even be considered.

• No sneaking casinos into quiet communities where the locals don’t want them.

Funnel Casino Revenue into Real Texan Priorities.

• 60% of tax revenue earmarked for public schools, infrastructure repairs, and local police/fire departments.

• 20% dedicated to mental health and gambling addiction treatment programs.

• 20% directed to property tax relief to help keep Texans in their homes.

Hardcore Safeguards Against Corruption

• Create an independent Texas Casino Licensing Board run by nonpartisan officials, no career politicians allowed.

• Full public audits every year for every casino license.

• Lifetime bans from the industry for anyone caught lobbying dirty or hiding ownership.

Protect Our Communities

• Mandatory funding from casinos for local law enforcement, DUI prevention programs, and community mental health centers.

• Strict security standards. No rinky-dink setups or shady operators.

• Casinos banned from operating near schools, churches, residential neighborhoods, or within city historical districts.

Respect Personal Freedom, Support Personal Responsibility

• Casinos required to fund 24/7 gambling addiction helplines and counseling services at no cost to taxpayers.

• Real self-exclusion programs where people can ban themselves and it actually sticks.

• On-site visible posting of addiction resources, not buried in fine print.

Texans deserve the choice to gamble legally without having to flee to other states.

Texans deserve the money that’s leaving our economy every weekend.

Texans deserve good protection from underground gambling dens and loan sharks.

Freedom with responsibility. Growth with safeguards. Entertainment without exploitation.

Texas Early Start. Care for Every Child 6 Months to Kindergarten.

Make safe, affordable, and high-quality care available to every Texas child 6 months and older, starting with families who need it most and expanding to universal access within 4 years.

Publicly Funded Infant & Toddler Care (6mo–3yrs)

State-funded childcare slots for children 6 months to 3 years old in licensed centers, home providers, or school-based programs.

Sliding scale or fully free based on income, but no family ever pays more than 7% of their income.

Prioritize shift workers, single parents, foster families, and low-income households in Phase 1.

How to phase it in:

• Year 1–2: Cover families below 200% of the federal poverty level.

• Year 2-3: Expand to middle-income families.

• Year 3–4: Full universal availability.

Residency Requirement

Must have lived in Texas for 180 consecutive days (6 months) before enrollment.

Military and foster care families get auto-qualify exemptions.

Care Settings

Parents can choose:

• Licensed childcare centers.

• Registered in-home providers (must meet safety + training requirements).

• School-based or nonprofit early childhood hubs.

• Eventually, employer-based centers that opt into the public system.

All providers must participate in state quality and wage standards to qualify.

Infant & Toddler Workforce Initiative

Minimum $22/hr for infant/toddler caregivers by 2027 (before year 2).

State-funded certification programs and tuition reimbursement.

Fast-track licensing for military spouses and bilingual caregivers.

Infrastructure Expansion Grants

Grants to expand physical spaces, especially in childcare deserts (rural and low-income urban areas).

Priority for providers offering evening, night, and weekend hours.

Encourage co-location with hospitals, schools, churches, and community centers.

Texas Family Childcare Credit

Families with a child under kindergarten age can receive a monthly refundable tax credit up to $6,000/year per child until they qualify for the new childcare option.

Paid at tax time.

Available to households earning up to $125,000/year.

You shouldn’t have to wait until your kid is 3 to get help. If you’re raising a Texan, you deserve support from the start.

Tax Reform & Economic Empowerment

We’re building an economy that works for everyone, not just billionaires or boardrooms. Everyday Texans, family-owned businesses, and local entrepreneurs deserve a tax system that’s fair, clear, and actually supports growth where it matters.

Close Tax Loopholes for the Wealthy

Collaborate with tax experts to identify and eliminate loopholes that allow high-income individuals to dodge fair taxation.

Ensure the ultra-rich contribute their fair share to the state they live in and profit from. No more rigged rules.

Free Tax Filing for Middle-Income Texans

Launch a state-sponsored, no-cost tax filing program for individuals making up to $1M annually.

Make tax season less of a financial headache and easier to navigate for working and middle-class Texans.

Employment-Based Corporate Tax Incentives

Reduce corporate taxes based on how many Texans a company employs. Reward job creation and long-term investment in the community.

Prioritize businesses that hire local, pay fairly, and stick around, not those chasing quarterly profits.

Support for Small Business Startups

Provide no-interest loans to true small business startups with no more than 2 locations.

No payments required until the business becomes profitable.

These loans would be backed by the state, similar to how the government does VA loans.

Loan payments capped at 10% of net profits, so entrepreneurs can grow without drowning in debt.

Businesses receiving these loans may not open a third location or create new entities using the same funds. This is for real small business support, not backdoor expansions.

Close Business Loopholes on Franchises and Employees

End corporate games where giant franchises claim small business tax breaks.

Ensure franchises are held fully responsible for the rights, benefits, and fair treatment of the workers under their banner.

Let employees organize. Guarantee the right to unionize and outlaw union-busting. No forced anti-union meetings, no intimidation, no retaliatory firings.

Labor Rights & Fair Business Practices

Texas runs on hard work, not exploitation. It’s time our laws reflected that. We’re drawing a line in the sand to protect workers and ensure fairness in every workplace, from the oil field to the coffee shop.

Close Franchise Loopholes

Shut down shady legal tactics that let franchises claim “they’re not responsible” for their workers.

Make sure workers get the benefits, rights, and legal protections they deserve. No more passing the buck.

Tighten Employee Classification Laws

Stop companies from classifying full-time employees as “independent contractors” just to avoid paying health benefits, overtime, or unemployment insurance.

If you’re working full-time, you deserve full protection. Period.

Protect Unionization Rights

Guarantee every Texan the right to organize without fear, harassment, or retaliation.

Ban union-busting tactics like:

• Mandatory anti-union meetings

• Surveillance or intimidation

• Firing or disciplining employees for organizing

Public Education Reform: Protect the Kids, Protect the System

No more cutting corners. No more feeding private profits with public funds. Texas deserves a public education system that protects, feeds, inspires, and educates every child while holding bad actors accountable.

End Voucher Programs & Enforce Church/State Separation

No more taxpayer money for religious or private schools.

School vouchers funded by the state will be abolished. Public money stays in public schools.

Any school accepting state funding must remain secular, inclusive, and publicly accountable.

Increase Public School Funding

Boost state funding across the board. Prioritize schools that:

• Pay teachers a fair, competitive wage.

• Provide all classroom supplies. Teachers will no longer be expected to fund their own classrooms.

Curriculum Expansion & Modernization

Overhaul and diversify public school curriculums to build:

• Critical thinking

• Practical life and job skills

• College and career readiness

• From Pre-K through high school, Texas students will get a real education, not test prep.

Respect Teachers, But Hold Them Accountable

Teachers must be respected and protected, but only if they’re worthy of the title.

Any teacher guilty of criminal acts or gross misconduct will be immediately terminated and referred for legal action.

Incompetent teachers will lose their license and must undergo re-education or change careers.

Teachers fired from a district must face a hearing with the Texas Education Department before being allowed to work in another. No more “passing the trash.”

Public Funds for Public Schools Only

Private and independent schools can opt out of state money. But if they take it, they follow Texas public standards.

Public schools do not get to opt out. They must follow every rule and every regulation. No exceptions.

Homeschooling Oversight

Stricter homeschooling regulations will be introduced to ensure all Texas children receive a complete education.

Parental rights will be respected, but accountability will be enforced.

State-Funded Recreation Access

Every public school must have an on-campus rec center OR one within one mile of the campus.

State-funded after-school programs will:

• Reduce crime

• Increase community involvement

• Support youth development

Safe Transfer Liaisons

State-funded liaisons will escort students safely from school to rec centers when parents are unavailable.

Working-class and low-income families will get real, hands-on support, not just lip service.

Universal School Meals

All school breakfasts and lunches will be paid for by the state.

No lunch debt, no kid shaming. If we require kids to be in school, we must care for them while they’re there.

Nutritious & Delicious

All school meals must:

• Meet high nutritional standards set by a contracted, independent nutritionist.

• Be confirmed by school faculty to be tasty and satisfying. No more prison-grade cafeteria slop.

Teach kids to eat healthy early and they will grow healthy.

The mind cannot where the body cannot, and vice versa.

This education platform doesn’t just talk tough, it walks the walk. It’s about building a system that gives every Texas kid a shot, supports working families, and fires anyone trying to exploit the system.

Protect Teachers and Save Kids With Justice, Not Ruin. Texans Deserve Classrooms That Are Safe, Fair, and Built for Redemption.

Teachers are being driven out of our schools because of rising violence, disrespect, and chaos. Good students are losing precious learning time. Bad behavior is either ignored or over-punished, destroying futures instead of saving them. The broken system either ruins young lives forever or forces great teachers to fend for themselves.

We will protect our teachers, and we will correct our kids, the Texas way: with firm consequences and real chances for redemption.

Immediate Removal for Violent or Threatening Behavior

• Students who assault, threaten, harass, or endanger a teacher or classmate are immediately removed to a secured, supervised setting. No administrative delays or “second chances” for violence.

• Protects teachers. Protects other students. Restores order.

Fair Due Process for Students

• Students receive a disciplinary hearing within 48 hours if facing major consequences.

• Parents are immediately informed and involved. Legal counsel available for serious accusations.

• Focus stays on rehabilitation first, criminalization last. Bad decisions shouldn’t mean life sentences for minors.

Alternative Discipline Tracks, Based on Severity

• First Offense (Non-Violent): Mandatory counseling, restitution/apologies, parental education course

• Violence/Threats: Immediate removal, threat assessment team evaluation, possible alternative schooling

• Repeat Offenders: Personalized rehab programs, long-term alternative education placement, expulsion only as last resort

In-School Behavioral Rehabilitation Programs

• Fund new on-campus behavior intervention units staffed by counselors, behavioral specialists, and experienced educators.

• Not just police presence.

• Focus on mental health, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and restorative justice wherever possible.

Teacher Protection Act

• Pass a statewide shield law guaranteeing teachers can discipline safely and follow procedures without fear of frivolous lawsuits.

• If attacked, teachers receive paid administrative leave and state-funded counseling and legal support.

• If a student attacks a teacher, the teacher’s record remains clean unless gross misconduct is proven.

Keep Nonviolent Minors Out of Juvenile Lockup

• Divert first-time, nonviolent offenders from juvenile detention centers to school-based correction programs.

• Focus on education, restitution, and counseling, not early incarceration that hardens troubled kids into lifelong criminals.

Respect and Partner with Teacher Unions

• Work directly with Texas teacher unions to strengthen protections, negotiate smarter discipline policies, and keep veteran teachers in classrooms where they belong.

• Teachers’ voices matter! No reforms about them without them.

Smarter Funding

• Fund all new programs by cutting bureaucratic administrative waste at district and state levels.

• Prioritize federal grants for school safety and mental health services over new taxes.

• Put dollars into classrooms, not into cushy offices and redundant paperwork.

In Texas, if you attack a teacher, you’re out. If you mess up, you get a chance to fix it. And if you teach, you’ll have the full state at your back. No more ruining kids over dumb mistakes. No more leaving teachers to fight alone.

Real Democracy: Kill Gerrymandering & Bring in Ranked Choice Voting.

Because Texas deserves better than rigged maps and “pick the lesser evil” politics. We’re done playing by rules written to protect the powerful. Texans should be able to vote like grown adults. Not like they’re picking the lesser evil in a hostage negotiation. It’s time for fair maps, real choice, and elections that actually represent the people not just the parties.

End Gerrymandering. Let the People Draw the Lines.

Citizen-Led Redistricting Commission: A 9-member independent commission with no party balance nonsense, just Texans from across the state, vetted for transparency and fairness.

No Mid-Decade Shenanigans

Redistricting only happens once every 10 years, and we’ll make damn sure nobody redraws lines just because they’re scared of losing.

Transparent & Accountable

All map-drawing will be public. Open-source tools, public hearings, and mandatory criteria like compactness, racial equity, and keeping communities of interest intact.

Ranked Choice Voting: More Voices, Better Results

No more binary voting. Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) gives voters more say without wasting their vote. Here’s how we roll:

• Top 5 Candidates Only: Any race, any seat. Only 5 candidates make it to the ballot. They must qualify through petition and registration requirements.

• No More Than 2 From Any Major Party: No party gets to dominate the ballot. This opens the door for independents, third-party candidates, and newcomers with real ideas.

• Voters Rank Their Choices (1st to 5th): If your #1 gets knocked out, your vote still counts for your #2, and so on. No more “spoiler” drama.

• Applies to All Elections: Local, state, federal, primaries, generals. Everything. One system, simple and fair.

• One-and-Done Voting: Ranked voting means no more expensive, low-turnout runoffs. Save money, save time, get real winners with real support.

Change the System at Every Level

Legislative push: We’ll work with the state legislature to pass laws. We will not circumvent their authority.

Ballot Measures: We’ll give Texans the chance to vote directly on fair maps and ranked choice if lawmakers try to stall. You want states’ rights? Cool. Let the people decide for once.

Real Reform, Real Results

End partisan gridlock. Candidates can’t just play to their base anymore. They’ll need broad support to win. Radicals won’t skate by on cult followings.

Raise the bar for campaigning. Getting on the ballot means organizing, showing up, and working hard. Not just buying a spot because you’ve got an R or D next to your name.

Bring back trust in democracy. No more feeling like your vote doesn’t count. No more “lesser evil” elections. Just real choice and real representation.

This is what democracy looks like, Texas-style. Strong, smart, and impossible to ignore.

Raise the State Minimum Wage to $20/hour:

No Texan—not the banker, the teacher, the mechanic, the janitor, or the grocery clerk—should need more than one job just to survive.

Full-time effort deserves a full-time life. If you’re clocking in, you should be cashing out with dignity.

Do not tell me we can raise the rent, but we cannot raise the pay.

Tipped Workers Deserve Real Wages. Tipping Ends in Texas:

Year 1: Transitional Pay System

• Tipped workers must receive a minimum base of $5/hr from their employer, plus tips to bring total to $20/hr.

• If tips fall short, employers are legally required to cover the difference. No exceptions.

• All businesses using the tip credit must post signage: “This worker earns less than minimum wage. Tips are encouraged.”

Year 2: Flat $20/hr, and Tipping No Longer Required

• Tipping becomes voluntary and separate from wage obligations.

• All employees, including servers, bartenders, delivery drivers, etc., must be paid $20/hr minimum directly by employers.

• Tips are now gratuity only, not wage replacement.

How will we keep everyone happy?

• Big tax cuts for businesses and corporations that immediately comply.

• Youth employment: wages for workers age 16-18 will be allowed to be lower, ~$15/hour to encourage youth employment. No workers under 18 years old will be allowed to work after 9pm on school nights, or before noon on Sundays.

• Tie minimum wage to inflation so employees NEVER get their buying power stolen again.

Cashless Tipping App Rules:

All digital checkout systems must:

• Default tip selection to 0%.

• Clearly show “No Tip” as the first and default option.

• All other tip options must be clearly labeled and require active user selection.

• No tricks. No guilt prompts. No hidden fees disguised as “convenience” tips.

Ban Wage Abuse & Tip Loopholes:

Any employer caught:

• Misclassifying workers to avoid paying the $20/hr

• Abusing tip pooling

• Penalizing workers for lost tips

Will face:

• 1st Offense: $50,000 fine + full year wage audit

• 2nd Offense within 12 months of 1st offense: Immediate revocation of business license + blacklisted from state contracts

Wage Support for Mom-and-Pop Shops:

Businesses with 2 or fewer locations will get state support to bridge the gap:

• Keep doors open and pay fair wages without passing the cost to customers.

• We raise the floor without crushing the little guy.

Workers With Degrees Getting Screwed? Flip the Script:

Got a degree and still making $20/hr? Use that leverage. “Boss, the drive-thru pays what I make with a degree. Fix it, or I’m flipping burgers with better benefits.”

Corporate Accountability Clause:

Big companies wanting state perks must:

• Pay every employee $20/hr or more

• Provide predictable schedules

• Submit annual wage transparency reports

• No compliance? No state contracts

Remote Work Protections, Gig Worker Fairness, and Union Support

Remote Worker Protections:

Right to Work Remotely if the Job Allows It:

• If your job can be done remotely, your employer must justify in writing why you can’t do it from home.

• If they can’t prove it’s a business necessity, you get to work from wherever you want in Texas.

No Mandatory Tech Stipend:

• Employers may provide a monthly stipend (min. $100/mo) to cover internet, and utility costs for remote workers as incentives, but it will not be required. Employees will already be saving those additional costs by sparing the commute.

• Employers must provide any equipment and/or software necessary to perform required job functions, or a stipend to purchase them.

No Surveillance Overreach:

• Employers can’t require you to keep your webcam on all day or install spyware that watches your every click.

• Monitoring policies must be clearly disclosed, and violating privacy laws means fines and lawsuits.

Gig Worker Classification Overhaul:

Uber, DoorDash, Instacart, Amazon Flex… we’re looking at y’all. Gig workers are no longer “independent contractors” if:

• The company sets pay

• Controls schedule

• Punishes workers for declining work

These companies must:

• Provide hourly pay of at least $20/hr

• Benefits for workers logging 30+ hours/week

• Injury protection and basic healthcare access

• Allow workers to organize without retaliation

Companies dodging classification rules will face state level lawsuits, back pay orders, and operational bans in Texas.

Union Empowerment & Protections:

Ban Union Busting: Companies caught interfering with union organizing efforts will face:

• $1M fine per incident

• Public listing on the Texas Corporate Shitlist

• Barred from state contracts or tax breaks for 5 years

Mandatory Card-Check Recognition:

• If 50%+ of a workforce signs union cards, it’s automatically recognized. No stalling, no anti-union propaganda campaigns

State-Run Union Resource Office:

• Help workers organize, understand their rights, and connect with national unions.

Strike Protection Laws:

• Striking workers can’t be replaced, can’t be evicted, and can’t lose their healthcare during a legal strike.

Job Listing & Freelance Transparency Reform

Mandatory Pay Transparency in Job Listings: Every job listing in Texas must include three salary levels, clearly labeled:

• Minimum: What’s offered if the applicant meets most, but not all, qualifications.

• Target: What’s offered if the applicant meets all listed requirements.

• Exceeds: What’s offered if the applicant brings in extra skills, experience, or certifications beyond the listing.

No “negotiable” bullshit. These ranges must be legally binding once posted. If you try to pull a bait-and-switch, you’re facing:

• A $50,000 minimum fine per violation

• Public listing in the state’s shady employer database

Applies to all:

• Full-time jobs

• Part-time work

• Contract gigs

• Freelance offers

• Temp assignments

Listings must also show if remote work is allowed. And if not, explain why in plain language.

Freelance Worker Protections:

If you hire freelancers:

• Contracts must be provided in writing before work begins.

• Payment must be made within 14 days of job completion, unless the freelancer agrees otherwise in writing.

• Late payments = 10% interest per month owed to the freelancer, no exceptions.

• Freelancers can report unpaid invoices to the Texas Labor Board, which will pursue payment on their behalf.

Companies using freelancers cannot classify them as contractors if they:

• Set specific work hours

• Require daily check-ins

• Or control tools and work product. In those cases, they’re employees. Pay up and offer benefits

Ending Ghost Jobs: Cracking Down on Corporate Red Herrings.

This will be called the Fair Hiring Accountability Act (FHAA). Fair hiring isn’t optional; it will be the law. In Texas, if you say you’re hiring you better mean it.

We won’t tolerate liars, posers, or time-wasters. That includes fake job postings. I will be leading the charge to make “ghost jobs” illegal.

Ghost jobs are when companies post jobs they don’t actually intend to fill. Wasting your time, your gas money, your energy, and your trust. It’s corporate catfishing, and it’s screwing working Texans out of real opportunities. Under our administration, that stops.

• Make it illegal to post a job without the genuine intent to hire within 60 days.

• Mandatory removal: If a job is filled, frozen, or canceled, the posting must be pulled immediately or AT LEAST updated to have the title and description say the position is no longer open. The job posting must be pulled within 15 days of being filled or cancelled.

• Scaled fines: Companies caught posting ghost jobs will pay hefty fines based on their size and revenue. No slaps on the wrist for deceptive practices or corporate negligence.

• State-run complaint system: Workers can report suspicious job listings to the Texas Workforce Commission, without any fear of retaliation.

• Required disclosures: Certain organizations (like universities or grant-funded positions) can post contingent jobs, but they must clearly label it upfront.

• Compensation for affected applicants: If you’re screwed over by a ghost job, like if you spent money traveling, interviewing, paying for background checks, whatever, you could qualify for direct compensation.

Staffing Agency Accountability & Worker Protections

No More “Temp-to-Perm” Schemes to Trap Workers:

No temp job should last longer than 6 months without the worker being offered a permanent position if the employer wants them.

If the worker has been on assignment for 6 months and the employer still wants them, they must offer them a full-time position with benefits and fair pay that aligns with what permanent employees in similar roles make.

If staffing agencies push workers into these “temp-to-perm” situations, they must provide a written contract outlining the job scope, the transition plan, and pay rates.

Clear Pay Structures in Staffing Contracts:

Pay rate transparency is mandatory for any job a staffing agency places a worker in.

The worker must receive at least 90% of the hourly wage that the client company is paying the staffing agency for that role.

No deductions for “administrative fees,” “service fees,” or other hidden costs. Any deductions must be disclosed and agreed upon before the worker is placed in the job.

If the worker is not paid on time, staffing agencies are legally responsible and will pay the worker the wages owed plus 10% interest.

No Worker Misclassification:

Staffing agencies cannot classify workers as independent contractors if they are doing permanent work or work that’s integral to the company (like admin, customer service, or tech support roles).

If a worker is consistently doing work that is central to the business’s core function, they must be classified as employees, not contractors. This also applies if they’re being used to fill in for a full time role.

Misclassifying workers as independent contractors to avoid benefits or taxes results in hefty fines, and the agency must pay back benefits owed to the worker, including healthcare, retirement, and paid leave.

Fair Treatment for All Workers:

Staffing agencies are prohibited from discriminating against workers based on race, gender, age, disability, or any other protected status.

If a worker feels they were treated unfairly or placed in a discriminatory role, they can file complaints directly with the Texas Labor Board.

If the agency is found guilty of discrimination, they are banned from working with state contracts and can face legal consequences.

Mandatory Exit Interviews for All Temporary Workers:

Before a worker is removed from a contract, the staffing agency must conduct an exit interview to ensure that:

• The worker was paid on time and in full.

• The work conditions were safe and non-discriminatory.

• The worker’s feedback is taken seriously about their placement, including job quality, treatment by the employer, and any workplace concerns.

More Worker Benefits, Less Agency Profit:

Staffing agencies must offer health benefits after 6 months of service for any worker, whether part-time or full-time. Workers must be given an option to sign up for this plan, and the agency must contribute at least 50% to the premium costs.

Agencies must provide paid time off for long-term placements, even if the worker was hired temporarily.

Climate Change and Environmental Policy: Leave Texas Better Than We Found It

Texas has always been a land of pride, resilience, and beauty. But it’s up to us to ensure that future generations will be able to experience the same natural wonders that we hold dear today. The decisions we make now will determine whether the future of Texas is one of prosperity or a desolate wasteland.

Plant Trees, Protect the Land

We must take action today to preserve the land and culture that make Texas great. That means planting trees, conserving natural habitats, and respecting the legacy of the land we’ve inherited. We are the stewards of this land for the next generation, and we must act accordingly, whether we see the shade of those trees or not.

Invest in Green Energy

Texas can and should lead the way in renewable energy. We have the resources, the sun, the wind, and the tech to power the future sustainably. Let’s make green energy an integral part of our state’s economy, reducing emissions, cutting pollution, and creating jobs for a new generation of Texans.

Sustainable Land Practices

From conservation efforts to protecting our wildlife and natural resources, we need to rethink how we use and manage the land. We can’t keep treating Texas like it’s an endless supply of resources. It’s time to invest in smarter, sustainable land practices that will protect our environment for the long haul.

Leave a Legacy of Care

It’s not about what we benefit from in our lifetimes. It’s about doing what’s right for future generations: leaving behind a Texas that’s thriving, green, and full of life. We have the chance to protect what we love, and we need to act with that future in mind.

Let’s leave Texas better than we found it. We owe it to our children and their children to preserve the land and culture we love, so they have something to cherish, too.

Public Safety & Healthcare Workforce Reform

Our public safety system and healthcare workforce deserve to be respected, supported, and held to the highest standards. This plan is designed to ensure accountability, respect, and fair pay, while making sure our first responders and healthcare workers are equipped to handle the challenges they face every day.

Respect, Community, Accountability, and Fair Pay:

All law enforcement officers in the state of Texas should be compensated and protected, as appropriate for their duties and their service. They are instrumental in our criminal justice system, by keeping the peace and upholding the law. No law enforcement officer or official is above the law, but special circumstances must be taken into account to protect our peacekeepers in the performance of their dynamic and often dangerous profession.

Zero Tolerance for Domestic Violence:

Any officer accused of domestic violence will be immediately suspended with pay, pending trial. If found guilty, they will:

• Serve a mandatory minimum sentence of one year in prison, with no parole.

• Be permanently banned from working as a first responder in the state of Texas. No exceptions. No appeals.

Living Where You Patrol:

• Officers must live in the communities they serve.

• No external officers may work in a precinct for longer than 24 hours, except for special events.

Off-Duty Certification Use (Without Authority):

Officers can use certifications like medical aid or mental health expertise off duty, but:

• They cannot detain, wear uniforms, or identify as police while off-duty.

• Off-duty officers must always call on-duty responders for backup.

Body Cam & Transparency Reform:

Mandatory Body Cameras: All officers must wear and activate body cameras while on duty. No exceptions.

Independent Review & Release:

Body cam footage will be securely stored and monitored by an independent third party, not the department itself. Footage may only be released:

• By department request

• By a judge via FOIA or equivalent

• As part of legal discovery

Unauthorized release of footage will be treated as a violation of both department policy and state law.

Body Cam Tampering Consequences:

Any officer who intentionally disables or turns off their body cam while on duty will:

• Be immediately terminated.

• Face a mandatory minimum of one year in prison, with no parole or probation.

Malfunction Protocol: Any malfunction must be reported by the end of the shift and corroborated by another officer. If both body cams malfunction simultaneously, both officers will:

• Receive new cameras before the shift ends.

• Be subject to immediate review to rule out foul play or negligence.

Better Pay & Career Incentives:

Officers will receive standardized base pay based on rank and time in service. Extra pay will be provided for things like:

• Crisis counseling certification

• Hazardous duty

• Night shifts

• Instructor roles

• Tenure

• Overtime

Retirement pay will adjust annually with the cost of living, so officers in urban or high-risk areas aren’t left behind when they retire.

School Resource Officers = Real Cops, Real Standards:

All school resource officers (SROs) will be subject to the same rigorous standards and accountability as regular officers. No loopholes for soft duty.

Crisis & Mental Health Support:

Crisis-trained staff and mental health professionals will assist in non-

criminal emergencies.

All first responders who have discharged their firearm will be required to undergo an annual mental health evaluation, conducted by independent professionals.

Hospitals Must Do Better:

Hospitals receiving state funding must reduce nurse workloads, hire locally, and meet minimum staffing standards to ensure a sustainable healthcare workforce.

State funding for hospitals will not be tied to review metrics. Funding will be tied to effective treatment, outpatient recovery experience, and in-house hospital climate survey.

Not-for-profit hospitals in Texas receiving or requesting state funding must meet established criteria. If they do not meet established criteria, the state will offer to assist the not-for-profit hospitals to reach those criteria and receive funding.

We need a public safety and healthcare system that works for Texans, not against them. By holding officers accountable and paying them appropriately for their experience and duties, supporting our first responders, and ensuring our hospitals are properly staffed and resourced, we’ll build a safer, healthier Texas for all.

Pro-Life Means After Birth, Too. Fix Foster Care.

If Texas is going to claim it’s a pro-life state, then it’s damn well time we act like it. Not just before birth, but every single day after. Our foster care system is broken, underfunded, and dangerous. Kids are sleeping in offices, aging out into homelessness, and being passed around like paperwork.

End the Warehouse Mentality. Every Child Deserves a Real Home.

Ban the use of state offices, hotels, and temporary motels as housing for foster youth immediately.

Invest in high-quality emergency shelters and transitional homes with trained, trauma-informed staff, not minimum wage babysitters.

Prioritize keeping siblings together and placing kids in stable homes, not bouncing them from one stopgap to another.

Pay Foster Parents Like They Matter

Raise monthly foster care stipends to reflect the real cost of raising a child in Texas.

Offer tiered compensation for fostering high-needs children (disabilities, teens, trauma survivors).

Provide tax credits, direct cash support, and housing subsidies for long-term foster families and relative caregivers.

Hold Private Foster Agencies Accountable

Launch a zero-tolerance audit program for foster care contractors, especially private placement agencies and religious organizations.

Cancel contracts with agencies that:

• Falsify records

• Violate safety standards

• Discriminate based on sexual orientation, religion, or marital status

Require public performance scorecards for every licensed agency, updated quarterly and accessible online.

Treat Foster Youth Like Human Beings, Not Case Numbers

Guarantee free mental health counseling for every foster child, with continuity of care even through placement changes.

Create a Youth Bill of Rights with legal protections including:

• The right to personal belongings and privacy

• The right to attend school and graduate on time

• The right to report abuse to an outside advocate

Establish a Youth Foster Council that gives teens in care a voice in reform.

Set Kids Up to Win, Not Just Survive

Expand the Aging Out Success Program:

• Free college or trade school

• Priority housing vouchers

• Guaranteed healthcare through 26

• Job placement help with state agencies and partner companies

• Fund peer mentorship programs connecting foster youth with successful former foster kids.

Invest in Prevention. Keep Families Together When It’s Safe.

Create Family Restoration Teams of social workers, addiction counselors, and housing caseworkers to intervene before removal.

Provide rent assistance, parenting classes, mental health access, and job support to at-risk families to prevent removals caused by poverty, not abuse.

You cannot be pro-life and anti-child. Fix foster care now.

Gun Rights and Safety: Pro-2A, Not Pro-Stupid

I support the right to bear arms, loud and proud. I also support keeping guns out of the hands of people who have no business owning one. That’s not “gun control,” that’s common sense.

Texas is full of proud, responsible gun owners, including me. But we’ve also got an issue when unstable individuals and repeat violent offenders can grab a firearm like it’s a six-pack at the gas station. That ends under my watch.

Loosen Restrictions for Responsible Gun Owners

Streamline the process for responsible Texans to purchase and carry firearms, accessories, and modifications.

Reduce red tape for law-abiding citizens who want to protect themselves, their families, or their property.

Protect and expand concealed and open carry rights (with proper training and background checks).

Tighten Access for the Dangerously Unstable

Mental illness diagnoses that indicate a risk of harm to self or others will temporarily restrict access to firearms.

Mandatory reporting from mental health professionals, with legal safeguards, to keep dangerous individuals from slipping through the cracks.

Gun rights can be reinstated with treatment, time, and court review. This ain’t about punishment, it’s about prevention.

If gun rights have been suspended, all firearms will be given to police for temporary storage. When rights have been restored, you can go pick them up from the precinct, or have them brought back to you by an on duty officer.

You will never be punished for seeking mental help! This protects everyone while ensuring you don’t lose your gun rights permanently!

No Guns for Repeat Violent Offenders

If you’re a convicted repeat violent offender, or any domestic violence-related offense, you won’t be allowed to legally purchase or possess a firearm. Nor will you be allowed to be in a vehicle or residence with one, even owned by someone else.

Households with an accused violent offender or someone behaving mentally unwell? We’ll look at safe storage requirements or temporary restrictions to protect everyone in that home, especially the kids.

Fund Gun Safety & Education

State-funded firearm safety courses for all Texans. Because you shouldn’t need to pay a fortune to learn how to carry responsibly.

Free training for first-time gun owners, youth programs, and veterans transitioning to civilian life. We teach our kids to drive, why not teach them to shoot smart, too?

Keep Government Out of Your Gun Cabinet… Unless You’re a Threat

I’m not here to track your ammo or count your rifles. But if you’re a clear threat to yourself or others, we’ll intervene fast, hard, and legally, with due process and full constitutional respect.

Empower the responsible. Restrict the reckless. Protect everyone.

Healthcare: TexCare – Don’t Die Poor

Texas is big. Texas is tough. But it shouldn’t be so hard for working folks to get the healthcare they need. The current system is broken, and we’re gonna fix it because no one should have to go bankrupt just to survive a hospital visit.

Expand Medicaid and Medicare

It’s simple: more people need coverage. Expanding these programs means more Texans get access to care, especially in rural and underserved areas. No one should be left out because they can’t afford some ridiculous private insurance premiums.

Push for a Texas-Backed Public Healthcare Option:

We’re talking about a real, affordable healthcare option for families making under $50k per person without raising your taxes or requiring additional obstacles or paperwork. If you’re living paycheck to paycheck and don’t have access to affordable insurance, you shouldn’t have to choose between getting sick and staying broke. If the federal government isn’t doing it, Texas will.

Include psychiatry, vision, and dental in any state health insurance plans. This should be a no-brainer, but I feel it must be stated clearly. There is no good, ethical, or moral reason these are separated.

We want a healthcare system where the rich can pay for their fancy treatments, but the working class isn’t stuck paying out of pocket for basic care. You deserve better, Texas.

Bottom line: Expanding access to healthcare is a moral issue, not just a political one. Let’s put the health of Texans first, not the profits of insurance companies or the fear mongering of the media.

State-Operated Shelter Apartments:

Launch state-funded apartment complexes that provide long term transitional housing. Not just cots in a gym.

Units are professionally maintained, monitored, and regularly inspected by state officials to ensure dignity, safety, and basic human decency.

No stay limit. Residents can remain until they are financially stable and able to lease or purchase a home.

After 6 months, each resident’s case will be re-evaluated by a caseworker. Those still unhoused will be moved to priority status for state services including:

• Job placement and retraining

• Mental health or addiction treatment

• Healthcare, disability benefits, or housing programs

No Family Separation: No restrictions on families, spouses, children, or pets. Everyone gets shelter. No exceptions, and no splitting households.

Integrated Support Services On-Site. Every complex will include access to:

• Job training & placement

• Free transportation assistance

• Meal programs and hygiene support

• Healthcare, therapy, and case management

Zero Tolerance for Religious Coercion:

Faith-based organizations may only participate if they meet all state standards and do not require religious participation, prayer, or faith-based conversion programs.

Services must be secular, professional, and optional in nature. We help people heal, not convert.

Anti-homeless infrastructure is nothing but cruelty disguised as policy.

When a city chooses to install spikes on benches, bars under bridges, or fences around warm public spaces, it’s making a choice: not to solve homelessness, but to shame and punish people for being poor.

It’s dehumanizing. It’s disrespectful. It’s a public admission that leadership would rather hide the problem than fix it.

In a state as proud and resourceful as Texas, we must do better. Compassion, not cruelty, should be the foundation of our public spaces. Solutions, not spikes.

Housing Accessibility & Ownership Reform. Put Texans First:

Foreign individuals and corporations will be banned from purchasing single-family homes in Texas. Housing belongs to Texans, not to overseas investors or corporate real estate vultures.

No exceptions. Even inherited single-family homes from outside the state or country must be either occupied by the inheritor or sold within a set time frame. Housing is for people, not portfolios.

Progressive Property Tax on Excess Homeownership:

Multi-home ownership is fine, up to a point. After that, it’s time to pay up:

• 3rd home: +100% property tax

• 4th home: +200% property tax

• To continue +100% property tax per additional home

This is designed to curb real estate hoarding and bring homes back into the hands of actual residents.

Any attempt to circumvent this policy by listing others erroneously as owners will be treated as tax evasion and charges will be pressed by the state.

Protect Renters from Landlord Greed:

Landlords cannot pass the cost of these tax hikes onto tenants. Period.

Renters deserve safe, affordable housing without being squeezed to fund someone else’s investment empire.

Renters’ & Owners’ Rights Reform

Renters’ Rights Protections:

Establish a Renter’s Bill of Rights, including:

• Legal caps on rent increases per year based on inflation, not market greed

• Mandatory grace periods before eviction can be filed

• Stronger enforcement on property maintenance and habitability

• Faster resolution of disputes through tenant-landlord mediation offices

Property Owner Protections:

No Squatters, No Exceptions. Texas will pass clear legislation outlawing squatting. If someone breaks into a home or refuses to leave after a lease ends, they’ll be treated as trespassers, not magically converted into tenants.

Simplified legal processes for homeowners to remove unauthorized occupants with law enforcement support.

Anti-harassment protections for small landlords dealing with abusive tenants.

Balanced, Fair Housing Laws for Everyone. These reforms will protect renters from exploitation and protect homeowners from being bullied by bad-faith actors. Housing is a right, but property ownership is also a responsibility. The law should defend both.

Immigration Reform with Humanity. Secure the Border. Support the People. Be Decent.

Texas deserves a border policy that actually works. One that defends our communities without treating human lives like political props. We’re not interested in cruelty for clout. Our plan is tough, fair, and grounded in real Texas values: family, freedom, and not putting up with federal agencies running wild.

Secure the Border WITHOUT Losing Our Soul.

We’ll secure the border with smart solutions, not performative nonsense. More boots on the ground, yes, but also drones, sensors, and tech that catch traffickers and cartel smugglers without harming families just trying to survive.

We’ll properly fund and protect border cities and towns, making sure they have what they need to manage immigration, legally and humanely.

This isn’t just a border. It’s home to millions of Texans. It deserves respect, not neglect.

ICE Is Broken. We’ll Fix It.

Texas will lead by becoming a sanctuary state. If the federal government won’t reform ICE, we’ll do what Texans always do: take care of our own. “Sanctuary state” me and that local and state cops aren’t gonna be stopping every tan to brown person they meet asking for proof of citizenship, then ignoring it, then throwing you in an unmarked can. Criminal will still be arrested and of they are not legal citizens or legal immigrants they will be given due process and deported if convicted.

We’ll refuse to let state and local law enforcement be used as ICE’s pawns. Local police are here to protect all residents, not to carry out mass deportation campaigns.

Our administration will advocate for federal ICE reform, including oversight, accountability, and mandatory training on human rights and due process.

Process People, Don’t Punish Them.

We’ll provide legal access and due process for immigrants and asylum seekers. Because Texas doesn’t believe in holding people in cages for trying to survive.

Family reunification will be a priority, not an afterthought.

Overstaying a visa or making a paperwork mistake won’t be treated like a felony. Instead, we’ll guide people back to immigration officers to review their case. Because not every situation deserves deportation.

Zero tolerance? No thanks. We use common sense here.

Real Pathways. Real Respect.

Support Dreamers and DACA recipients. They’re already Texans, and we treat them like it.

Launch guest worker programs and seasonal visa tracks, so employers get the help they need and immigrants can work legally and safely.

Create clear, fast paths to legal status for people who are contributing to our economy, our communities, and our future.

Tough on Criminals. Compassionate with Families.

Let’s be real: if someone commits a violent or serious crime, they’ll face justice. Texas doesn’t mess around with public safety.

But for the rest? We offer a fair shake and a real path forward.

You want Texas values? This is Texas values. Fairness, decency, and a backbone.

Taxes: Stop Screwing the Poor Act

Texans are tired of watching billionaires dodge taxes while the middle class foots the bill. It’s time we flip that script.

I believe in cutting taxes for working Texans. Because you’re already getting steamrolled by inflation, rising costs, and greedy corporations. But if you’re pulling in millions? You’re gonna start to pay your fair share.

Tax Cuts for the Poor and Middle Class

Cut taxes across the board for working families and the middle class. We’re talking businesses, investments, winnings, and gifts.

Expand property tax relief for homeowners and renters.

People who own a home and are without children should get a tax refund when filing taxes annually. Families with children get a child tax credit, families without children should get a property tax credit.

Support small businesses and local entrepreneurs, not mega corporations that offshore everything but their profits.

No New Taxes on the Poor or Middle Class unless taxes are also being raised on the wealthy

No increased sales taxes, property taxes, or fees.

No more taxing groceries, formula and diapers, medicine, or things Texans actually need to live.

Make The Wealthy Pay What They Owe

Close corporate tax loopholes and crack down on tax-dodging shell companies.

Hit luxury assets like private jets, mega-yachts, and $10 million mansions with fair-use taxes.

Ensure Texas oil and tech giants are paying their dues.

Properly enforce estate and inheritance taxes.

Why It Matters

We don’t have a budget crisis, we have a greed crisis. Teachers shouldn’t be buying pencils out of pocket while someone is writing off a third vacation home. This plan puts money back in the hands of Texans who actually need it, not those hoarding it offshore.

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Quick Breakdown:

• Poor and Middle-class get serious relief (0% flat rate up to $100,000).

• Upper Middle-class to Wealthy (10% at 1M, 20% at 2M, 30% at 3M)

• Ultra-wealthy get taxed like they should (40% at $4M and 1% increase per extra million after $5M)

Compared to current rates, my plan cuts the burden for average earners and slaps a “pay your share” surcharge on the wealthy.

State Water Standards & Access:

Texans have the right to clean, healthy, and good-tasting tap water without exceptions.

The state will cover up to a fixed amount of water usage per individual to ensure basic human needs are met.

Water quality standards will be strictly enforced by state agencies, with transparency and a focus on community support rather than punishment.

Municipalities that consistently fall short will receive targeted state funding and technical support to upgrade infrastructure, not just fines.

Infrastructure Investment for Resilience:

Major investments will be made to modernize water systems, storm-water drainage, sewage treatment, and drought resistant infrastructure.

Prioritize upgrades in communities most affected by outdated systems, extreme weather, and underfunded local governments.

Integrate climate-adaptive planning to future-proof Texas against floods, droughts, and power grid stress.

Energy Equity & Low-Income Support:

Electric companies that voluntarily lower rates in low income areas will receive state subsidies as a reward for making energy affordable.

State-funded energy assistance programs will expand to ensure no Texan is left without power, heating, or cooling due to cost.

Texans living in energy-inefficient homes will be eligible for low-cost weatherproofing upgrades, including insulation, storm windows, and efficient HVAC systems.

Grid Security & Renewable Energy Incentives:

Texas will invest in hardening the power grid to prevent another Winter Storm Uri disaster. We must upgrade transmission lines, expanding battery storage, and enforcing cold weather standards.

Offer tax incentives and grants for homeowners and businesses that install solar panels, battery backups, or participate in community energy programs.

Push utility companies to integrate renewable energy sources and diversify power generation, reducing dependence on any single energy type.

Financial Fairness Reform

Texans shouldn’t need a spreadsheet, a lawyer, and a bottle of whiskey just to borrow money. We’re done letting lenders run wild while everyday people drown in debt.

Credit Card Interest Rate Cap:

Cap all credit card APRs at 10%. No hidden “intro rates,” no trap doors.

This shuts down predatory bullshit and gives Texans a fair shake at financial recovery and responsible credit use.

Personal Loan Rate Cap:

Cap all personal loan rates at 20%. You shouldn’t pay double just for needing help. We protect Texans, not those who want to take advantage of them.

Debt Consolidation Loan Rate Cap:

Cap consolidation loan rates at 10%. If someone’s already in debt and trying to clean it up, don’t nail them to the wall. Give them room to breathe and rebuild.

Payday Loan Reform:

Cap payday loan interest rates at 25%. These companies make money off Texans with nowhere else to turn. We say no, they’ll play fair or they’re out.

Auto Loan Rate Cap:

Cap all vehicle loan interest rates at 15%. If someone needs a car to get to work, they shouldn’t pay luxury fees just because their credit took a hit. Transportation is a necessity, not a privilege.

Texans will not be price-gouged just for being broke. We’re putting power back into the hands of the people, not the banks.

Y’all means All. LGBT+ Rights Are Human Rights.

This isn’t complicated. LGBT+ Texans deserve the same rights, respect, and dignity as everyone else. Whether you’re cis, trans, straight, gay, bi, or anything in between, you are part of this state, part of our community, and you are Texans.

Same Rights for LGBT+ Folks As Everyone Else. No More, No Less.

That means trans healthcare, marriage equality, bathroom access, and equal treatment in every aspect of life. Your gender or sexuality doesn’t dictate your rights, your humanity does.

Cis-gendered, straight men and women get gender-affirming care all the time. What do you think urologists help with? What about dermatologists or plastic surgeons? Stop making healthcare a political issue.

People have had preferred names and identities since Texas existed. You don’t have a friend named Ted whose name is actually Raphael? You don’t have a grandmother that wants to be called Nana or MeeMaw? Stop making identity a political issue.

Dignity, Respect, and Equality

Texans are built on respect and unity, and that’s exactly how we should treat our LGBT+ neighbors. We’re stronger when we come together, not when we tear each other apart. So let’s make sure decency and respect are the core of everything we do in this state.

Standing with Our People

This isn’t just political rhetoric. This is about treating LGBT+ people as family because they are family. It’s about ensuring everyone, regardless of who they love or how they identify, has a fair shot at life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

Full, unconditional rights for all Texans. Because decency and respect don’t have a damn thing to do with gender or sexuality.

Cannabis Legalization: Blaze It Responsibly

Texas deserves a cannabis policy that’s smart, fair, and rooted in common sense, not outdated fear-mongering.

Legalize Recreational Weed in Reasonable Amounts

Texans should be able to light up without the law breathing down their neck. If you’re carrying for personal use, you’re not the problem.

Legalize, Regulate, and Tax Dispensaries

Let Texans open dispensaries legally, and set a fair tax rate that helps the state without killing small businesses. We’re talking freedom and fiscal responsibility.

Crack Down on the Real Criminals

You’ve got 30 pounds in your trunk? Yeah, you’re not just a fan of edibles. We’re criminalizing large-scale trafficking, not grandma with arthritis.

Invest the Tax Revenue Where It Matters

All cannabis tax revenue will go directly to other proposed reforms with real results. Reinvesting in communities.

Justice For All. Clear the Record, Free the Incarcerated.

Texas believes in justice, fairness, and second chances. As we move toward legalizing marijuana, we must also correct the mistakes of the past. Our marijuana reform platform will clear criminal records for nonviolent marijuana offenses, release nonviolent drug offenders currently incarcerated, and provide Texans with the fresh start they deserve.

Full Expungement for Nonviolent Marijuana Offenses

All nonviolent offenses involving the possession of marijuana in personal-use amounts will be automatically expunged.

Definition of “personal-use amounts”: Amounts clearly under the legal threshold for distribution charges (specific threshold to be set by law to cover reasonable personal consumption).

Expungement will be automatic. No paperwork, no petitions, no lawyers needed.

Broader Marijuana-Related Criminal Record Relief

Eligibility for expungement will be expanded to other nonviolent marijuana offenses, including:

• Possession of marijuana where no intent to distribute was involved.

• No violent crime attached to the offense (no assaults, no weapons charges).

• Personal-use amounts only. Clear from packaging or other evidence that it was meant for individual consumption, not trafficking.

Immediate Release of Incarcerated Nonviolent Marijuana Offenders

Immediate release for all nonviolent marijuana offenders currently incarcerated for:

• Possessing marijuana in personal-use amounts (not involving any violent crimes).

• Individuals convicted of low-level distribution charges for small quantities not intended for widespread trafficking.

• These individuals will have their records expunged and will be eligible for full reintegration into society, including job assistance, mental health support, and housing resources. No one will be sent on to the street with no where to go.

Protect Future Opportunities

Sealing of records for all expunged marijuana convictions, ensuring that individuals can move forward without having their past criminal record affect their:

• Employment opportunities.

• Housing applications.

• Education and financial aid eligibility.

• Professional licensing or other career opportunities.

Why This Reform is Necessary

Legalization without justice is incomplete. We cannot move forward while leaving thousands still criminalized for offenses we no longer see as criminal.

Marijuana offenses should never have carried a lifetime punishment. No Texan should be trapped in poverty or limited in opportunities because of an outdated policy.

Criminal records tied to marijuana offenses are a heavy burden on communities and individuals. Expungement is necessary for equity, economic recovery, and individual freedom.

Release and reintegration of nonviolent offenders will reduce the burden on our justice system while providing individuals the chance to rebuild their lives.

“What about the dealers?”

Only personal-use offenses and low-level distribution for small amounts of marijuana will be eligible for expungement and release. Trafficking and large-scale distribution remain fully punishable by law.

“Shouldn’t they serve their time?”

Marijuana laws are changing. Those incarcerated for actions no longer criminal will be released immediately. Keeping them behind bars is unfair, costly, and unnecessary.

“How will this affect public safety?”

Releasing nonviolent offenders doesn’t threaten public safety. Legalization combined with reintegration services reduces recidivism and allows former offenders to be productive members of society.

Texans deserve justice. It’s time to not only legalize marijuana but also to correct the wrongs of the past by expunging criminal records and releasing nonviolent offenders who have been unjustly impacted by outdated marijuana laws. We can’t just legalize marijuana; we must also clear the records, free those incarcerated, and build a fairer future for all.

Mental Health & Addiction Care:

Treat addiction and mental illness with licensed professionals, not cops or jail cells.

Re-establish state-run psychiatric hospitals for Texans needing long-term care with proper:

• Inpatient mental health treatment

• Addiction recovery programs

• Dual-diagnosis support

• Court-referred or voluntary admission with rights protections

Mental illness is not a crime and we will no longer treat it like one.

Restoring Truth in Texas Media

Texans deserve the truth, not propaganda dressed up as news. For too long, corporate media outlets have exploited legal loopholes to mislead the public, sell outrage, and label entertainment or opinion as journalism. As Governor, I’ll fight to make truth profitable again and protect our people from weaponized disinformation. Without infringing on the First Amendment.

You can’t outlaw fake news without violating the Constitution, but you can expose it, defund it, and hold it accountable.

The First Amendment protects free speech, even when it’s dishonest or biased. That means we can’t just ban “news” networks for lying, but we can demand transparency, strip taxpayer funding from repeat offenders, and give Texans the power to sue when they’re intentionally misled. This platform doesn’t silence the media. It forces it to tell the damn truth or pay the price.

Create the Texas Certified News Program

A voluntary state certification for media organizations that meet strict journalistic standards, including:

• Fact-based reporting.

• Clear separation of opinion/editorials from news.

• Transparent correction policies.

Certified outlets will qualify for:

• State advertising contracts.

• Press access to official government events.

• Tax incentives for journalistic employment.

Outlets that don’t qualify must carry this disclaimer on every article and broadcast:

“This organization is not certified by the State of Texas for factual accuracy or journalistic standards.”

Label It or Lose It: Truth-in-Journalism Law

Texans have a right to know when they’re reading opinion, not news. This law will:

• Mandate clear labeling of all editorial or opinion content in print, TV, and online.

• Require disclosures on sources, sponsors, and political funding for all syndicated content.

• Impose fines for repeat violations, and open the door for citizen complaints.

Ban State Dollars from Funding Disinformation

No more taxpayer money for outlets that lie.

Any media organization with multiple fact-check violations from certified third parties will be barred from receiving state advertising funds or government contracts.

Political candidates using these outlets for ads will face mandatory disclaimers on their content.

Expose the Liars: Texas Media Integrity Registry

We’ll launch a public transparency database that tracks:

• Outlets with repeated falsehoods.

• Number of corrections or retractions issued.

• Fact-check scores from trusted third-party organizations.

This registry empowers the public and advertisers to make informed decisions, and it puts repeat offenders on blast.

Protect the People: Legal Tools to Fight Fraudulent Media

Expand state consumer fraud protections to include intentional misrepresentation of opinion as fact.

Provide legal aid for Texans harmed by media lies, including defamation and reputational damage.

If you’re profiting from deception, you’re not doing journalism. You’re running a scam. And Texans know how to shut down a scam. We’re not banning speech, we’re demanding truth. If you’re proud of your reporting, prove it. If you’re faking the news to sell outrage, Texas won’t help fund your lies.

Texas Truth, Not Tricks.

Ban the use of polygraph tests across Texas due to clear evidence that they are scientifically flawed, legally unreliable, and ethically abusive.

THE CASE AGAINST POLYGRAPHS

• Polygraphs measure physical responses like heart rate and sweating, but those happen with anxiety, not just lying.

https://www.apa.org/topics/cognitive-neuroscience/polygraph

• Most psychologists agree polygraphs can’t reliably detect lies.

https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2004/07/polygraph

• The National Academy of Sciences found polygraphs are “not sufficiently reliable” for security or criminal use.

https://nap.nationalacademies.org/read/10420/chapter/1

• In Texas, polygraph results are almost never admissible in criminal court.

https://www.mccrimlaw.com/criminal-law-101/polygraphs-in-texas-criminal-law-not-admissible-but-useful-a-lawyers-perspective/

• Police still use them to pressure people, even if courts don’t allow them.

https://www.bhwlawfirm.com/are-polygraph-tests-admissible-in-texas-court/

• The Department of Justice itself admits polygraph evidence can’t be used in court because it’s unreliable.

https://www.justice.gov/archive/olp/polygraph.html

• False positives happen all the time. People can fail a polygraph just from stress or PTSD.

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0093185317735051

• Polygraphs have cost people jobs and security clearances even when the results were inconclusive.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/03/14/fbi-polygraph-leak-crackdown/

• Using them creates toxic work environments built on fear and suspicion.

https://www.aclu.org/issues/privacy-technology/surveillance-technologies/problems-polygraph

PROPOSED ACTIONS

Statewide Ban

Ban polygraph testing across all public and private sectors in Texas. No more in criminal investigations, job screenings, or internal workplace disputes.

Public Awareness Campaign

Educate the public and lawmakers with facts, testimonies, and expert opinions to show how harmful and unscientific polygraph tests are.

Victim Support

Provide legal assistance and counseling for people who were denied employment, targeted in investigations, or traumatized by polygraph abuse.

Texas deserves facts, not fear. Let’s kill off this junk science for good. Ban the polygraph. Protect truth and justice.

Texas Will End School Shootings. No More Excuses or Delays.

Texas has tragically become the number one state in the nation for school shootings. Our children are living in fear every single day they step into a classroom. Teachers and parents are at their wits’ end, unable to protect their children from a constant, horrifying reality.

• 2021: 35 tragedies

• 2022: 51 tragedies

• 2023: 38 tragedies

• 2024: 39 tragedies

BUT WE’VE TRIED NOTHING AND NOTHINGS WORKING! We can no longer sit idly by. This nightmare must end. We need to stop guessing “why” and start demanding real solutions, and we need them now.

We will do whatever it takes to end school shootings in Texas. That means prioritizing the investigation of root causes, putting effective solutions in place, and providing schools with the tools and resources they need to protect their students and staff.

Investigate Root Causes with Comprehensive Research

Establish a Statewide Task Force on the causes of school shootings, with experts in psychology, law enforcement, and mental health. Fund longitudinal studies to explore links between school shootings and factors like:

• Gun access

• Mental health issues (especially untreated trauma or bullying)

• The impact of violent media

• School culture and security protocols

• Family and community dynamics

• Collaborate with universities and think tanks for evidence-based solutions, focusing on long-term prevention rather than reactionary measures.

Gun Safety and Access Reform

Mandatory background checks for all gun purchases.

Close loopholes in gun shows and online sales to prevent firearms from falling into the hands of those with a history of violence or mental health instability.

Strengthen School Security Measures

School security audits: Every school will be required to conduct an annual security audit, with state grants available for necessary upgrades (e.g., armed security officers, secure entrances, metal detectors, panic buttons).

Armed security professionals: Each Texas school will have the option to hire trained, armed security personnel who can respond immediately in case of an active shooter situation. This will be optional for smaller schools, but mandatory for larger districts and high schools.

School resource officers: Strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and schools by ensuring that every middle and high school has access to a dedicated school resource officer (SRO). These officers will be trained in crisis response, de-escalation techniques, and active shooter scenarios.

Prioritize Mental Health and Early Intervention

Increase funding for mental health services in schools: Every school will have access to trained counselors who can work directly with students on issues like bullying, anxiety, and trauma.

Increased training for teachers and staff to recognize signs of mental health crises and intervene early, including de-escalation training.

Mental health evaluations for students involved in violent behavior, with immediate access to support and follow-up care.

Youth outreach programs to support vulnerable kids before they become threats.

Support Gun Violence Prevention Education

Implement statewide education campaigns that teach kids and communities about gun safety, conflict resolution, and responsible gun ownership.

Require all public schools to adopt curriculum that teaches non-violent conflict resolution from an early age and includes resources for students who are struggling with emotional or social issues.

Mandate Real-Time Threat Assessment Systems

Real-time school threat assessment systems will be implemented across Texas schools, allowing for immediate intervention in case of suspected threats (e.g., social media posts, bullying incidents, or threats made by students).

Report anonymized data on potential threats and school violence for early warning systems, so that local authorities can act swiftly without infringing on civil liberties.

Parent and Community Involvement

Parent and community safety panels: Each district will establish a parent and community safety panel where parents can contribute to school safety protocols, providing feedback and ideas based on their own experiences.

Community outreach programs to ensure that parents are involved in the conversation about school safety, mental health, and gun violence prevention.

Implement an Enduring Statewide Standard for Active Shooter Drills

Active shooter drills will be mandatory for all Texas schools but conducted with a focus on mental health. No more fear-driven drills that traumatize students.

These drills will include age-appropriate education, teaching kids what to do in case of an active shooter scenario but also providing emotional support to help kids deal with the trauma of practicing these drills.

Our children deserve to go to school without the constant fear of being shot. Teachers deserve to focus on teaching, not on worrying whether their classroom will be the next target. Communities deserve to feel safe knowing that schools are proactive in preventing violence, not just reactive when tragedy strikes.

Texas has the opportunity to show the nation it’s possible to end the school shooting epidemic. With the right mix of investigation, common-sense reforms, mental health support, and better security, we can make Texas schools safe for every child, every teacher, and every parent.

Zero Tolerance for Sexual Violence: In the Real World and Online.

Texas is still a playground for digital predators and sexual abusers because our laws are weak, outdated, and victim-blaming. Survivors of deepfakes, revenge porn, and sextortion are stuck in a maze of bureaucracy while predators walk free. That’s over.

Texas will be the worst place on earth to be a predator, and the best place for survivors to get real justice.

Make Deepfake Pornography Illegal With No Statute of Limitations

• Creating, distributing, or possessing non-consensual deepfake pornography = felony.

• Applies to everyone, including public figures and celebrities.

• No statute of limitations. Victims can seek justice no matter how long it takes.

• Civil lawsuits and criminal prosecution will BOTH be available.

Criminalize Involuntary Pornography (aka “Revenge Porn”) Felony Standard

• Sharing someone’s private sexual images without consent = automatic felony.

• First offense = mandatory one year prison time. no probation, no bullshit.

• Victims do not have to prove “intent to harm”, only that it was shared without consent.

• No statute of limitations for criminal or civil action.

24-Hour Takedown Law with Scaled Fines

• Websites/platforms must remove reported non-consensual sexual content within 24 hours of notice.

• Failure to do so will result in massive daily fines scaled to the size of the company (small website ≠ Facebook-level punishment).

• Victims can sue companies directly if they drag their feet.

Fast-Track Reporting and Survivor Access

• Launch the Texas Sexual Violence Digital Hotline: one easy number and website where victims can:

• Report revenge porn, sextortion, deepfakes, or cyberstalking

• Immediately connect to a lawyer, a trauma-informed advocate, or law enforcement

• Get help filing charges without guessing which agency handles it

• Hotline staffed 24/7 with real trained specialists, not call center robots.

Criminalize Sextortion and Threats of Exposure

• Threatening to release private sexual content = felony coercion, even if no images are actually posted.

• Penalties equal to revenge porn distribution crimes.

Specialized Digital Sexual Violence Units in Every District Attorney’s Office

Mandatory creation of special units focused solely on:

• Non-consensual porn cases

• Deepfakes

• Sextortion

• Online harassment involving sexual content

• Special training to investigate, build cases, and support victims fast and professionally.

Mandatory Sex Offender Registration for Digital Predators

Anyone convicted of any form of sexual exploitation using digital means (revenge porn, deepfake porn, sextortion) will be listed on the Texas Sex Offender Registry, with no exceptions.

Educate Early, Stop It Before It Starts.

• Launch a Digital Consent Education Program in Texas middle and high schools.

• Teach kids: online consent matters just as much as physical consent. No excuses, no exceptions.

Punish False Accusers with the Same Weight as Offenders

If a person is proven, beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law, to have knowingly and maliciously filed false charges of sexual violence:

• They will face the same sentencing range as the crime they falsely accused someone of.

• Example: Falsely accused someone of felony-level revenge porn? You’ll get the same felony-level time they would’ve faced.

Protects real survivors by keeping the system honest and punishes those who try to weaponize trauma for personal gain.

False accusations will not be tolerated. They are a crime against real victims and the wrongly accused.

Survivors will never again be left guessing who to call, where to go, or how to get justice. Predators will have nowhere to hide. Not behind tech, not behind time, and not behind bureaucracy. Survivors deserve justice. Accusers deserve scrutiny. Predators deserve hell.

Cut the Corporate Leech. Put Texans in Charge of Texas’ Benefit Programs.

Texans pay for government services. We deserve to get them without jumping through corporate hoops. It’s time to kick the profit-hungry middlemen out of the way and give Texans direct access, real oversight, and control over the public programs their tax dollars fund.

Build the Texas Direct Access System. No More Third-Party Gatekeepers.

Launch a public, ad-free, state-run digital platform and app where residents can apply for and manage SNAP, Medicaid, unemployment, school meals, property tax relief, and more without going through profit-driven third parties.

Ban third-party “processing” fees, prepaid debit card skimming, and vendor data mining.

Design the app to be fully accessible, multilingual, and open-source, so any Texan can see how it works and where their info is going (spoiler: state and federal agencies only).

Audit the Middlemen. Follow the Money, Burn out the Rot.

Order a full, independent audit of all state contracts involving public benefits administration, health services, education testing, workforce development, prison services, and state tech systems.

Focus audit scope on:

• Total cost versus direct service value

• Political donations linked to contract recipients

• Performance failures (i.e., glitches, delays, fraud, etc.)

• Publish the audit results publicly, with plain-language summaries and visual dashboards so every Texan can see who’s been robbing us blind.

Rebuild State Capabilities. Hire Texans, Not Outsourcers.

Expand public hiring to create direct state jobs for roles currently outsourced, including benefits processing, IT development, mental health services, and corrections.

Create a Texas Public Service Corps to train and employ veterans, underemployed Texans, and recent grads in vital state roles. Real jobs, with real benefits, for real Texans.

Phase out third-party management of public programs over a 4-year transition plan.

Close the Corporate Spigot. No More Free Rides.

Ban no-bid and one-bid contracts.

Block any future contract that routes public funds through out-of-state corporations when Texas-based public or nonprofit alternatives exist.

Require public disclosure of all contract recipient ownership structures, executive compensation, and political donations.

Public Tech for Public Good

Establish a Texas Digital Services Agency to design, maintain, and secure all public-facing tech infrastructure.

No more $200/hour contractors to do what a $40/hour Texan coder can do better.

All systems built must be:

• Secure by design

• Built in-house

• Transparent and customizable for local needs

Folks keep getting kicked off these programs, or don’t qualify by arbitrary metrics, because private companies are trying to capture as much profit as possible from these state contracts. We owe it to our fellow Texans to end this practice. We need to eliminate waste and make processes more efficient, but not at the cost of our vulnerable.

Total Transparency in Data Collection & Monetization:

Every agency, app, website, or business that collects, scrapes, or sells personal data must disclose to the individual:

• What data is being collected

• Why it’s being collected

• How it’s being used or sold

• Who it’s being sold or shared with

• How it’s being monetized (ads, profiling, resale, etc)

All disclosures must be understandable within 15 minutes by a 9th grader. If it’s confusing or buried in fine print, it’s a violation.

No More “Terms & Conditions” Loopholes:

Terms & Conditions must be in plain language.

Cannot exceed three mobile scrolls.

If it’s legalese soup or misleading? It’s invalid.

Real Penalties with No Escape Routes:

• First Offense: 5% of annual gross revenue.

• Second Offense: 10% of annual gross revenue.

If a subsidiary ducks the fine, parent company pays. No exceptions.

Right to Be Forgotten:

Texans can demand deletion of their personal data

Companies must fully erase all records within 30 days

Failure = automatic fine

Mandatory “Opt-Out of All Tracking” Option:

Must be a one-click option to opt out of:

• All tracking

• Targeted advertising

• Behavioral profiling

And it must be visible before any data is collected.

Digital Literacy for All:

Launch statewide Digital Rights & Cyber Hygiene curriculum in public high schools.

• How to protect your data

• Spotting online scams

• Understanding social media and propaganda

• Understanding privacy policies

• Taking control of your digital footprint

Hold Data & Cell Carriers Accountable for Spam Calls & Texts:

If your phone rings 6 times a day with spam, you’re not alone. It needs to end.

Telecoms and data brokers will be held liable if:

• They sell or leak numbers used for spam

• They fail to block known robocallers or text spam

• They don’t verify the legitimacy of mass text/call campaigns

Minimum fines of $1,000 per verified spam complaint.

Repeat offenders lose licensing rights in Texas.

Carriers must offer free robocall/spam filters to all Texans. No paywalls.

10 Years and 60 or Younger. Term Limits for a Stronger Texas.

Texans believe in public service, not permanent political careers. Our system works best when leaders bring fresh ideas, energy, and commitment to serve, then step aside for new voices.

It’s time for Texas to set clear, firm boundaries: no endless terms, no lifelong politicians.

10-Year Limit in Any Single Office

• No elected official may serve more than 10 total years in the same office.

• Whether served consecutively or across non-consecutive terms, 10 years is the maximum.

• Special elections, appointments, and partial terms all count toward the limit.

• After reaching the 10-year cap, an individual must vacate that office permanently, though they may seek a different elected office if desired.

Age Limit of 60 at Election

• No candidate who is 60 years old or older on Election Day may run for any elected office in Texas.

• Officials who turn 60 during their term may finish their current term without interruption.

• After completing their current term, they may not run for re-election to that office or any other.

Offices Covered

• Statewide Executive Offices: Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Comptroller, Land Commissioner, Agriculture Commissioner, Railroad Commissioners.

• Legislature: State Senators and Representatives.

• Judiciary: Texas Supreme Court Justices, Court of Criminal Appeals Judges, District Court Judges.

• Local Offices: Mayors, City Council Members, County Judges, Commissioners, Sheriffs, School Board Members, etc.

• Appointees Filling Elected Positions: Must comply with both term and age limits if they seek election after appointment.

Enforcement Details

• Retroactive Service Counts: Any years already served before the law’s passage are counted toward the 10-year limit.

• Partial Terms: If an official serves more than 2 years (731 days) of an unfinished term, it counts as a full term.

• Public Transparency: A statewide, publicly accessible database will track years served and age eligibility.

• No Extensions or Exceptions: Emergencies, special circumstances, or popularity will not override these limits. No grandfathering, pun intended.

Why This Reform is Necessary

• 10 years provides ample time to bring meaningful change while encouraging urgency, focus, and results.

• Age limits ensure elected leaders reflect the energy, adaptability, and vision needed to meet evolving challenges.

• Leadership renewal is healthy for democracy. It ensures diverse perspectives and new solutions continually refresh our government.

• Public trust is strengthened when leaders willingly step aside instead of holding power indefinitely.

“We’ll lose experienced leaders!”

Experience is important, but leadership is about mentoring and building the future, not holding onto power indefinitely.

“Isn’t this unfair to older candidates?”

Setting a clear retirement threshold recognizes the need for active, forward-looking leadership while still respecting prior service and accomplishments.

“Shouldn’t voters have the ultimate choice?”

In a healthy democracy, rules that protect long-term fairness are essential. Term and age limits preserve open access to leadership opportunities for all Texans.

Texas is a state of action, innovation, and bold leadership. We must honor the spirit of service by ensuring no one makes a career out of elected office. With 10-year term limits and a reasonable age cap of 60, we will build a future where government stays responsive, effective, and truly representative of the people.

Serve. Lead. Step aside with honor. That’s what’s best for Texas.

No More Fake Efficiency. Only Real Accountability.

The Texas Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was nothing but political theater. A bloated, taxpayer-funded scam to hide government waste, bury oversight, and reward political cronies. Texans don’t need another layer of partisan hack bureaucracy. We need real transparency and real efficiency.

On Day One, I will abolish DOGE through executive order and introduce legislation to ban future versions from ever being created without a public vote.

• Executive Order: Immediate shutdown of DOGE operations, staffing, and funding authority.

• Legislation: Introduce and pass a law prohibiting the creation of “efficiency departments” without direct voter approval through a public vote.

• Public audit: Launch a full, independent investigation into DOGE’s funding, operations, and contracts. We must hold everyone accountable for misused dollars.

• Redirect funds: Move every last taxpayer dollar earmarked for DOGE into independent government oversight agencies to strengthen audits, transparency, and whistleblower protections across Texas.

• Citizen oversight: Create citizen review boards for major government functions. Real efficiency isn’t secret, it’s public.

Revitalize Texas through Trade School Empowerment

Texans don’t all need a four-year degree to make good money. We need welders, electricians, mechanics, IT techs, and nurses. The folks who keep this state moving.

It’s time Texas invests in trade schools as equal to universities. Not second-best, not backup. A strong first choice for proud Texans.

Trade School = First-Class Option

Require career and technical education (CTE) advisors in every Texas high school by sophomore year.

Career fairs MUST include trade schools, apprenticeships, and military options, not just four-year colleges.

Launch a statewide media campaign: “Skilled Trades = Skilled Success”.

Boost State Funding for Trade Education

Increase state funding for public trade schools and technical colleges by at least 30% over four years.

Offer state grants (NOT just loans) for in-demand trades like construction, automotive, healthcare, HVAC, cybersecurity, and energy.

Incentivize rural trade programs. Bring opportunities to small towns, not just cities.

Business Partnerships & Apprenticeship Expansion

Tax credits to Texas businesses that sponsor apprenticeships or internships through accredited programs.

Fast-track licensing for in-demand trades (think plumbing, welding, HVAC) without watering down quality.

Build more public-private training centers where businesses help shape the curriculum.

Veterans and Career Shifters Get Priority

Create a Veterans-to-Trades Fast Track Program. Military service members can transfer skills into Texas certifications faster and cheaper.

Fund “Second Career Scholarships” for adults over 30 looking to switch into trades.

Trade School Accountability without Red Tape

Trade schools must meet employment success benchmarks to keep state funding. No diploma mills allowed.

Focus on real hiring numbers, not standardized testing.

Build Smarter Public Transportation for a Stronger Texas

“Measure twice, cut once.”

Texas is one of the fastest-growing states in America, but our public transportation systems are stuck in the past. Traffic is worse, commutes are longer, and too many Texans have no real choice but to drive everywhere. We’re not just behind. We’re losing billions in time, productivity, and opportunities every single year. It’s time to fix it the smart way.

Invest in Regional and Urban Public Transit Expansion

Texas cities need strong, modern transit options to compete and thrive. Examples of where we’re moving in the right direction:

• DFW: DART’s Silver Line expansion (finally connecting more suburbs to downtown rail access).

• Houston: METRORapid bus rapid transit and the long-overdue expansion of the light rail system.

• El Paso: Sun Metro’s Brio rapid transit corridors improving East/West accessibility.

• Abilene: The CityLink Transit system starting pilot programs for on-demand micro-transit.

We will support, fund, and scale up successful projects like these. Learning from them, not repeating any mistakes made along the way.

Create a Texas Rural Mobility Fund

Small cities and rural Texans deserve reliable, affordable public transportation too. We’ll fund rural bus lines, community vanpools, and town-to-city connector programs. Mobility shouldn’t stop at the edge of a city limit sign.

Modernize How Texans Plan and Pay for Transit

We’ll launch a Texas Mobility App: One statewide app where Texans can:

• Plan multi-modal trips (bus, train, rideshare, scooter, bike).

• Pay fares instantly.

• See real-time arrival info.

No more needing five different apps or guessing how the hell to get across town.

Sustainable, Safe, and Accessible Transit Systems

• Require 100% ADA compliance for all new projects, with no exceptions.

• Mandate lighting, shelters, clean restrooms, and safe waiting areas at all transit stops.

• Prioritize full fleet electrification by 2035 to protect Texas air and Texas lungs.

Fund It Through Smarter Budgeting, Not Higher Taxes

• No new taxes. We’ll pay for transit upgrades through existing state budgets.

• Launch a Waste Audit Task Force to cut administrative bloat, deadweight contracts, and mismanaged funds.

• Redirect savings directly into public infrastructure where Texans actually see it.

Build Fast but Build Smart

We will push hard to modernize transit, but without reckless spending.

• Every project will follow a strict “Measure Twice, Cut Once” review system.

• Construction will be phased and adjusted based on real-world usage and success, not political favors.

Explore Innovative Solutions in Smaller Towns. If They Prove Effective, Scale Up in Larger Cities

• Dedicated Bus Lanes with Signal Priority. Implementing bus-only lanes and giving buses priority at traffic signals can significantly improve the speed and reliability of bus services. This approach helps make public transit a more attractive option compared to personal vehicles.

• Transit-Oriented Development (TOD). Designing cities and neighborhoods around public transit hubs encourages the use of public transportation. This includes integrating housing, workplaces, and shopping centers within walking distance of transit stations.

• Improved Frequency and Extended Operating Hours. Enhancing the frequency of public transit services and extending their operating hours, especially in suburban and rural areas, addresses the limitations that deter people from relying on public transportation.

• Comprehensive Bus Network Restructuring. Restructuring bus networks to increase ridership and speed up lines has been effective in some cities. For example, Washington D.C.’s WMATA has undertaken such efforts to improve service efficiency.

• Integration of Cycling Infrastructure. Combining public transit with cycling infrastructure, such as bike lanes and secure bike parking at stations, supports multimodal transportation and reduces reliance on cars.

Texas deserves transportation options that are fast, safe, affordable, and built for the next 50 years, not just patched together with yesterday’s scraps.

Help Texas Veterans

If you signed up to risk your life for this country, this country and this state owe you a real shot at a strong, healthy, stable life. No veteran should be lost to a broken system. This is how you thank veterans for their service. Not with hollow words, but with direct action.

20 VETERANS EVERY FUCKING DAY! We get told to shut up, stop being weak, everyone has problems, blah blah blah. Our challenges are disregarded, and our feelings and emotions are mocked. The same people draped in a flag that salute us and call us heroes are the same people who are denying us care when we can’t handle it anymore. The stress, the memories, the dreams. What we did, and what we didn’t do. Chastised and relieved from their jobs, teams, and commands for bringing discredit to their command or families “because they’re a pussy that can’t handle the job.” Sent out of the service with a thanks and a slap on the ass. I’ve buried enough of my buddies to recognize how deeply sinister this behavior is. I've been woken up with the worst phone calls you can imagine. I’ve found their bodies. I’ve helped clean their homes. I’ve had to hold their broken families in silence while they screamed and cried. I’ve delivered flags. I’ve had to call our brothers and sisters and break the news. And I’m going to have to do it again. And again. And again. Until they have to carry me. Because our culture will keep grinding our young men and women up, spitting them out, and acting like they really wonder why our men explode or self-destruct. This is one of the reasons I tell anyone who denies the effectiveness of speaking out or seeking help to go fuck themselves.

Veteran Healthcare Access Overhaul

Expand rural healthcare options with:

• Mobile VA clinics covering all counties without VA facilities.

• State-backed telehealth access, fully paid, for mental and physical care.

• Partner with private providers when VA wait times exceed 14 days. No permission hoops, no preapprovals.

Mental health first, no looking the other way:

• Fund statewide veteran mental health hubs focused on PTSD, depression, and suicide prevention.

• Free mental health care for any Texas veteran. VA-connected or not.

• Alternative therapies like MDMA/PTSD treatment, psilocybin therapy, and cannabis-assisted therapy trials legalized and available for veterans.

End Veteran Homelessness

Housing-First model: guarantee every homeless vet a roof before requiring employment or treatment.

Build state-funded veteran-only housing with on-site counseling, VA benefit offices, job placement programs, and substance recovery programs.

Ban cities and counties from criminalizing homelessness for veterans who are actively seeking help.

Create a Veterans Housing Rapid Response Team to get homeless veterans off the street within 30 days of identification.

Speed Up Disability Claims and Benefits

Create state Veteran Advocacy Offices that help vets file, fight, and win VA claims for free.

State-funded lawyers and case workers for appeals.

Fast-track disability payments at the state level for 40%+ rated veterans while they wait on backlogged federal decisions.

Veteran Employment and Job Training

Military Skills Translator Program: statewide certification for military experience that counts for trades, tech jobs, logistics, cybersecurity, etc.

Tax breaks to businesses that hire Texas veterans. Bigger if they hire disabled vets.

State-funded entrepreneur grants and business loans for veteran-owned startups.

Expand apprenticeships and on-the-job training in every industry.

Family and Transition Support

Family support centers on every major military base in Texas, open to all Texas veterans.

Mental health counseling for spouses and kids, because PTSD and transition impacts the whole family.

Mandatory Transition Boot Camp: a 90-day real-world transition program covering job hunting, financial management, mental health, and family reintegration. Run by veterans who have been through the system for veterans.

Veterans Courts and Criminal Justice Reform

Expand Veterans Treatment Courts to every judicial district in Texas.

Automatically route veterans charged with non-violent offenses to rehabilitation over incarceration whenever possible.

Fund specialized PTSD and substance abuse programs tied directly to court alternatives.

Substance Abuse Help, Not Punishment

Full funding for veteran-specific detox centers and recovery programs statewide.

Marijuana decriminalization for personal use, with automatic expungement for veterans arrested for possession.

Pilot programs for psychedelic-assisted therapy for PTSD and substance use disorders.

Protect Elder Veterans and Long-Term Care

Expand and modernize State Veterans Homes. No waitlists longer than 30 days.

Require minimum staffing levels, regular inspections, and publicly published quality grades for all veterans’ nursing homes.

Create home health support programs so older veterans can stay in their own homes longer.

State Veteran ID and Priority Services

Universal Veteran ID card issued by the State of Texas for all veterans, regardless of federal benefits status.

Priority access at all state agencies for veterans.

Discounts and priority services for veterans applying for housing, jobs, or education through state programs.

Honor and Acknowledge Their Service

Annual state-sponsored Veteran Appreciation Week with job fairs, healthcare enrollment events, and recognition ceremonies.

Expand veteran memorial funding and maintenance grants to rural communities.

Explanation of Veterans in the Criminal Justice System. What I Want to Turn Into the Texas Veterans Justice Initiative (VJI)

Veterans Courts are one of the best things that exist, but they’re WAY too limited right now.

Not every county even HAS a Veterans Court. Less than half of Texas counties offer it.

• Only certain charges qualify. Usually low-level, first-time non-violent charges like DUI, drug possession, etc.

• Vets have to “apply” to be accepted, meaning people who need help sometimes get screened out by bureaucratic BS.

• Many Veterans Courts are overloaded, understaffed, and treated like an “extra” program, not a core service.

• No consistency statewide. Some judges run great programs. Some treat it like probation with extra steps.

• PTSD, TBI, MST (military sexual trauma) are often not even diagnosed when a veteran is arrested, meaning their underlying problems go untreated.

• Lack of post-completion support. Once you finish Veterans Court, they might as well say “good luck, don’t fuck up again.”

A LOT of veterans who could’ve been saved from a spiral into addiction, homelessness, or worse are getting chewed up and spat out by a system that doesn’t recognize how military service changes your brain and your life.

Make Veterans Courts Mandatory in Every Judicial District

Every county (or multi-county region) must have a fully functioning Veterans Court, no excuses.

Fund these courts from state-level veterans justice grants.

If rural areas can’t afford their own, create regional virtual Veterans Courts using teleconferencing.

Automatic Eligibility for Veterans

If you are a verified veteran and charged with a non-violent crime, you are automatically offered entry to Veterans Court.

No begging. No bullshit application process.

Eligibility determined at first court appearance.

Expand Charge Eligibility

Include not just drug possession, DUIs, and minor assaults, but non-violent felonies tied to PTSD, substance abuse, or transition issues (like property crimes, bar fights, threats, and stuff like that).

Case-by-case discretion stays with the Veterans Court Judge but initially based on rehabilitation priority, not punishment.

Require Military-Competent Staff and Judges

Judges, probation officers, counselors, case workers in Veterans Courts must be trained in military and trauma-informed care.

Partner with Texas Veterans Commission and VA to offer certification training for court personnel.

Fully Integrated Treatment Plans

Veterans Court isn’t just about avoiding jail, it’s a path to full recovery.

Mandatory access to:

• VA or civilian mental health care

• Substance use counseling

• PTSD and TBI diagnosis and treatment

• Job training/placement programs

• Housing assistance

• Treatment programs should be paid for through a dedicated State Veteran Recovery Fund.

No Cost for Participation

Veterans Court programs should be free to the veteran.

No probation fees, drug test fees, “supervision” fees, or other “pay to play” bullshit.

Funded through state programs and grants.

Post-Completion Support and Sealing of Records

Veterans who successfully complete the program get automatic record sealing/expungement for eligible offenses.

12 months of follow-up case management after completion to ensure stable employment, housing, and mental health care.

If a vet needs help after finishing, they still have access to services. Not just “you’re on your own now.”

Measure and Report Success Transparently

Every Veterans Court must track:

• Recidivism rates

• Graduation rates

• Employment rates post-graduation

• Reports are published publicly every year to keep the system honest and funded.

WE FOUGHT FOR YOU! When we come home to Texas wounded, not just in body, but in mind, IT’S YOUR DUTY TO FIGHT FOR US! Veterans Courts aren’t about giving anyone a free pass. No one will be denied justice. They’re about giving heroes a second chance to heal, rebuild, and live the lives we earned. In Texas, we will build a system that saves lives, not destroys them.