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Fact Sheet: Formula 1 and Senate Bill 1515
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
In response to questions and comments regarding the announcement yesterday that Formula 1 Racing is coming to Central Texas, Senator Kirk Watson is releasing the following fact sheet about Senate…
Kirk Watson Holds Online Town Hall With Bill White
Monday, July 12, 2010
by Reeve Hamilton
Texas Tribune
This evening, state Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin, sat in a room with Democratic gubernatorial nominee Bill White and talked into a camera. Around the state, Texans were welcomed…
Address to the National Latino Peace Officers Association
Friday, July 02, 2010
by Senator Kirk Watson
Thank you all for allowing me to speak with you today. It’s a real honor to stand up here before you, and I deeply appreciate the opportunity.
I’d also like…
The New Grass Roots
Saturday, June 26, 2010
by Senator Kirk Watson
Just a few years ago, the Internet was a simple place for candidates and causes. Just put up a website, hope people find it, and do everything else the way…
Absent meaningful budget reform, Sen. Kirk Watson says he’ll vote no on tapping Rainy Day Fund
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
by John Reynolds
Quorum Report
Show Sen. Kirk Watson voting no on new taxes and on tapping the Rainy Day Fund – at least until state leaders provide meaningful reform on how the biennial budget…
Capital Metro reform requires "a bias toward action"
Thursday, May 06, 2010
by Kirk Watson
State Senator Kirk Watson, of Austin, released the following statement today regarding the response by the Capital Metro Transportation Authority to recommendations from the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission:
"My legislation…
Sunset Review of Capital Metro Provides Blueprint for Additional Reforms
Thursday, April 22, 2010
The Capital Metro Transportation Authority needs to cut costs, reform its financial and accounting systems, and enhance the safety of the commuter rail line, according to a long-awaited state review…
Monopoly Buster Ballot: Round 2 expands to 10
Friday, March 26, 2010
Today, Senator Kirk Watson sent this letter to candidates competing in the Monopoly Buster Ballot:
Dear Representative,
I want to thank you again for your participation in the Monopoly Buster…
Building the Village
Thursday, March 11, 2010
by Senator Kirk Watson
Thank you for inviting me to share this special day with you. It’s an honor to celebrate the 25 years that this organization has spent helping students to stay –…
Statement on Thursday's plane crash in Austin
Thursday, February 18, 2010
by Senator Kirk Watson
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Steve Scheibal, Office of Senator Kirk Watson: (512) 463-0114
Senator Kirk Watson released the following statement regarding Thursday's plane crash in Austin:
It appears that today,…
Speech for the Trinity Center's Barbara Jordan Luncheon
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
by Senator Kirk Watson
Thank you all for having me here today. I’m honored. And, frankly, it’s possible – possible – that, you know, I’m a little intimidated.
What I mean is, we’re here…
A House of Service
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Today, Senator Kirk Watson was presented with the Price Daniel Distinguished Public Service Award by the Baylor Alumni Association. Upon receiving the award, he delivered these remarks:
I'm…
Speech to ERCOT Annual Meeting
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Thank you for inviting me to speak today. I appreciate what you all do and how important you are to the State of Texas. I’m glad to be here.
SENATOR WATSON FILES TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION
Thursday, December 03, 2009
Pledging to build a stronger future for Texas and its families, Senator Kirk Watson on Thursday filed to run for re-election to the Texas Senate.
“It's an honor to serve…
Letter on CAMPO Board Composition
Monday, November 30, 2009
Dear CAMPO Transportation Policy Board Members:
As you know, the CAMPO Board Composition Committee will convene its first meeting this afternoon at City Hall and begin the process of considering…
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