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Association Lobby Support
Association Lobby Support Your Association Lobby Agenda Starts Here GovExperts helps associations advance legislative priorities, organize member engagement, build relationships with policymakers, and move issues through the Texas legislative and regulatory process. Whether you are preparing for the next legislative session, responding to an agency action, protecting an industry priority, or building a stronger government…
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If You Don’t Respect Us, You Better Expect Us: A Texas Legislative Catchphrase Explained
Have you ever hear a phrase on the Texas House floor and thought, “Well, that just became legend”? That’s exactly what happened when Representative Harold Dutton Jr. took a deep breath at the back mic and delivered this gem: “If the Senate won’t respect us, they need to expect us.” Boom. Mic dropped harder than…
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A Broken Compass: Boy Scouts Offer Lessons for All Nonprofits
“Scout’s honor” is more than just a phrase. For generations, it’s been a sacred promise—an oath to be trustworthy, loyal, helpful, and brave. It’s the backbone of a moral code drilled into millions of American youth through the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). To say “Scout’s honor” is to say: you can count on me.…
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Texas Ethics Commission: The Agency’s Role in Promoting Transparency
The Texas Ethics Commission plays a crucial role in ensuring ethical conduct and transparency within the state’s political landscape. Established to promote accountability and integrity, the Texas Ethics Commission oversees various aspects of political and governmental ethics in Texas. This post will explore the agency and its leadership, history, and programs. Understanding the commission’s functions…