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2026 Texas Lieutenant Governor — General Election · November 3, 2026
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VIKKI GOODWIN
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9901 BRODIE LN · AUSTIN, TX 78748
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Email: [email protected]
Mailing address: 9901 BRODIE LN
Mailing address: AUSTIN, TX 78748
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Candidate: VIKKI GOODWIN
Office: LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
Party: Democratic
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REAL ESTATE BROKER
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Occupation: REAL ESTATE BROKER
Vikki Goodwin is a true Texan. Raised in Dallas, she graduated from the University of Texas and the LBJ School of Public Affairs. She’s currently serving her fourth term in the Texas Legislature.
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Vikki Goodwin is a true Texan. Raised in Dallas, she graduated from the University of Texas and the LBJ School of Public Affairs. She’s currently serving her fourth term in the Texas Legislature.
Vikki grew up in Dallas and moved to Austin in 1985 to attend the University of Texas, graduating with a BBA. She continued on to earn her masters, MPA, from the LBJ School of Public Affairs in 1991.
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Vikki grew up in Dallas and moved to Austin in 1985 to attend the University of Texas, graduating with a BBA. She continued on to earn her masters, MPA, from the LBJ School of Public Affairs in 1991.
A Small Business Owner & Community Leader
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A Small Business Owner & Community Leader
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I need your help to restore sanity to OUR Texas government.
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I need your help to restore sanity to OUR Texas government.
In addition to her top priorities (Public Education, Clean Water & Energy, Affordable Housing, Comprehensive Healthcare), Representative Goodwin takes a strong stance on many other important issues, from child welfare to living wages to election and campaign finance reform.
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In addition to her top priorities (Public Education, Clean Water & Energy, Affordable Housing, Comprehensive Healthcare), Representative Goodwin takes a strong stance on many other important issues, from child welfare to living wages to election and campaign finance reform.
Switching our clocks twice a year is a pain. Countless polls show that the vast majority of Texans support ditching this anachronistic policy. The difficulty is choosing which time standard to settle on. Vikki’s approach is to allow voters to have their say and select either Daylight Saving Time or Standard Time year-round.
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Switching our clocks twice a year is a pain. Countless polls show that the vast majority of Texans support ditching this anachronistic policy. The difficulty is choosing which time standard to settle on. Vikki’s approach is to allow voters to have their say and select either Daylight Saving Time or Standard Time year-round.
While half the states in America empower their citizens with direct democracy through initiative processes, Texans don't have this powerful tool. Vikki believes decisions are too often made without adequate input from those affected, limiting our ability to participate in the legislative process that shapes our lives. Vikki is fighting for an electoral system that truly serves Texans by expanding voting options and modernizing registration.
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While half the states in America empower their citizens with direct democracy through initiative processes, Texans don't have this powerful tool. Vikki believes decisions are too often made without adequate input from those affected, limiting our ability to participate in the legislative process that shapes our lives. Vikki is fighting for an electoral system that truly serves Texans by expanding voting options and modernizing registration.
Strengthening Food Systems: The Council will develop comprehensive strategies to improve food security and resilience across Texas communities.
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Strengthening Food Systems: The Council will develop comprehensive strategies to improve food security and resilience across Texas communities.
I am in favor of letting the people of Texas vote on whether or not to legalize gambling in Texas. Right now people leave, and take their dollars with them, to go to nearby states where they can gamble, which means Texas is losing out on potential revenue and economic activity. This represents a significant economic opportunity that could benefit our state through job creation, tourism, and tax revenue if properly regulated. I think we should let the people of Texas have a say in this decision through the democratic process, as they are the ones who should ultimately determine what's best for our state's future.
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I am in favor of letting the people of Texas vote on whether or not to legalize gambling in Texas. Right now people leave, and take their dollars with them, to go to nearby states where they can gamble, which means Texas is losing out on potential revenue and economic activity. This represents a significant economic opportunity that could benefit our state through job creation, tourism, and tax revenue if properly regulated. I think we should let the people of Texas have a say in this decision through the democratic process, as they are the ones who should ultimately determine what's best for our state's future.
My position on gun rights balances Second Amendment protections with public safety measures, fully supporting responsible gun ownership for hunting, sport, and protection. However, we must address that guns are the leading cause of death among youth 18 and under in Texas. I believe we can implement common sense safety measures like stronger background checks, proper training requirements, and tools to investigate straw purchases without infringing on constitutional rights. My goal is working across party lines on practical solutions that protect both our communities and our freedoms, because gun ownership must come with responsibility.
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My position on gun rights balances Second Amendment protections with public safety measures, fully supporting responsible gun ownership for hunting, sport, and protection. However, we must address that guns are the leading cause of death among youth 18 and under in Texas. I believe we can implement common sense safety measures like stronger background checks, proper training requirements, and tools to investigate straw purchases without infringing on constitutional rights. My goal is working across party lines on practical solutions that protect both our communities and our freedoms, because gun ownership must come with responsibility.
I support comprehensive immigration reform that addresses both border security and economic realities.
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I support comprehensive immigration reform that addresses both border security and economic realities.
I remain committed to meaningful property tax reform for Texas families. We've increased the homestead exemption to $140,000 and $200,000 for seniors while capping local tax increases and providing school tax compression. The root cause of rising property taxes is the state shifting costs for education, healthcare, and transportation to local governments while maintaining a substantial Rainy Day Fund. We must fundamentally change this by having the state take greater responsibility for funding these essential services to prevent Texans from being taxed out of their homes.
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I remain committed to meaningful property tax reform for Texas families. We've increased the homestead exemption to $140,000 and $200,000 for seniors while capping local tax increases and providing school tax compression. The root cause of rising property taxes is the state shifting costs for education, healthcare, and transportation to local governments while maintaining a substantial Rainy Day Fund. We must fundamentally change this by having the state take greater responsibility for funding these essential services to prevent Texans from being taxed out of their homes.
Vikki is committed to protecting our communities through evidence-based policies while addressing the root causes of violence. Building on her successful passage of the Natalia Cox Act of 2023, which provides critical resources to domestic violence victims, Vikki continues to advance comprehensive safety solutions.
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Vikki is committed to protecting our communities through evidence-based policies while addressing the root causes of violence. Building on her successful passage of the Natalia Cox Act of 2023, which provides critical resources to domestic violence victims, Vikki continues to advance comprehensive safety solutions.
Texas faces significant – yet diverse - climate challenges across the state. Some regions face the highest wildfire risk zones in the nation stemming from persistent drought. Other parts are challenged with frequent flooding events. Vikki believes in taking bold action to protect all Texas communities through a comprehensive approach that balances environmental protection with economic growth while securing our water future.
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Texas faces significant – yet diverse - climate challenges across the state. Some regions face the highest wildfire risk zones in the nation stemming from persistent drought. Other parts are challenged with frequent flooding events. Vikki believes in taking bold action to protect all Texas communities through a comprehensive approach that balances environmental protection with economic growth while securing our water future.
Small Business Support: Vikki is developing targeted reforms to help small businesses compete against large corporations while addressing the disproportionate impact of rising costs and insurance premiums.
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Small Business Support: Vikki is developing targeted reforms to help small businesses compete against large corporations while addressing the disproportionate impact of rising costs and insurance premiums.
Strategic Investments: Vikki supports wise use of the state's surplus through initiatives like the Fair Rent Incentive Act while prioritizing teacher pay increases, childcare center tax exemptions, and infrastructure investments that create opportunities for all Texans.
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Strategic Investments: Vikki supports wise use of the state's surplus through initiatives like the Fair Rent Incentive Act while prioritizing teacher pay increases, childcare center tax exemptions, and infrastructure investments that create opportunities for all Texans.
Online Voter Registration: Vikki is pushing Texas to join the majority of states with online registration and successfully implement secure online systems.
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Online Voter Registration: Vikki is pushing Texas to join the majority of states with online registration and successfully implement secure online systems.
Gambling/Casinos I am in favor of letting the people of Texas vote on whether or not to legalize gambling in Texas. Right now people leave, and take their dollars with them, to go to nearby states where they can gamble, which means Texas is losing out on potential revenue and economic activity. This represents a significant economic opportunity that could benefit our state through job creation, tourism, and tax revenue if properly regulated. I think we should let the people of Texas have a say in this decision through the democratic process, as they are the ones who should ultimately determine what's best for our state's future.
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Gambling/Casinos I am in favor of letting the people of Texas vote on whether or not to legalize gambling in Texas. Right now people leave, and take their dollars with them, to go to nearby states where they can gamble, which means Texas is losing out on potential revenue and economic activity. This represents a significant economic opportunity that could benefit our state through job creation, tourism, and tax revenue if properly regulated. I think we should let the people of Texas have a say in this decision through the democratic process, as they are the ones who should ultimately determine what's best for our state's future.
Gun Ownership/Responsibility/Safety My position on gun rights balances Second Amendment protections with public safety measures, fully supporting responsible gun ownership for hunting, sport, and protection. However, we must address that guns are the leading cause of death among youth 18 and under in Texas. I believe we can implement common sense safety measures like stronger background checks, proper training requirements, and tools to investigate straw purchases without infringing on constitutional rights. My goal is working across party lines on practical solutions that protect both our communities and our freedoms, because gun ownership must come with responsibility.
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Gun Ownership/Responsibility/Safety My position on gun rights balances Second Amendment protections with public safety measures, fully supporting responsible gun ownership for hunting, sport, and protection. However, we must address that guns are the leading cause of death among youth 18 and under in Texas. I believe we can implement common sense safety measures like stronger background checks, proper training requirements, and tools to investigate straw purchases without infringing on constitutional rights. My goal is working across party lines on practical solutions that protect both our communities and our freedoms, because gun ownership must come with responsibility.
Immigration and Border Security I support comprehensive immigration reform that addresses both border security and economic realities.Our outdated federal immigration system and recent federal changes to decades-old system has created chaos for people moving through the immigration system, uncertainty for DACA students and refugees, and unpredictability for our economy.Under current leadership, the state government is carrying out the ruthless and often illegal detention of people who call Texas home. State and local law enforcement collaboration with federal immigration agencies is eroding the trust Texans have in their government. Until Congress acts on meaningful reform, Texas will continue facing the consequences of a broken system that serves no one well — but Texas doesn’t have to keep buying in.
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Immigration and Border Security I support comprehensive immigration reform that addresses both border security and economic realities.Our outdated federal immigration system and recent federal changes to decades-old system has created chaos for people moving through the immigration system, uncertainty for DACA students and refugees, and unpredictability for our economy.Under current leadership, the state government is carrying out the ruthless and often illegal detention of people who call Texas home. State and local law enforcement collaboration with federal immigration agencies is eroding the trust Texans have in their government. Until Congress acts on meaningful reform, Texas will continue facing the consequences of a broken system that serves no one well — but Texas doesn’t have to keep buying in.
Until Congress acts on meaningful reform, Texas will continue facing the consequences of a broken system that serves no one well — but Texas doesn’t have to keep buying in.
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Until Congress acts on meaningful reform, Texas will continue facing the consequences of a broken system that serves no one well — but Texas doesn’t have to keep buying in.
Mental Health Support (HB 4863): Vikki is pushing for greater mental health resources for first responders.
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Mental Health Support (HB 4863): Vikki is pushing for greater mental health resources for first responders.
Survivor Protection (HB 2748): Vikki is working to expand the Natalia Cox Act by removing barriers for survivors seeking protection.
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Survivor Protection (HB 2748): Vikki is working to expand the Natalia Cox Act by removing barriers for survivors seeking protection.
Environmental Stewardship: Vikki promotes responsible governance that ensures Texas lands are managed sustainably to reduce wildfire risks.
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Environmental Stewardship: Vikki promotes responsible governance that ensures Texas lands are managed sustainably to reduce wildfire risks.
Better Pay for Our Educators – Teachers and support staff deserve salaries that match their crucial work. We can't keep good teachers in our classrooms if we keep underpaying them. [HB 1770]
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Better Pay for Our Educators – Teachers and support staff deserve salaries that match their crucial work. We can't keep good teachers in our classrooms if we keep underpaying them. [HB 1770]
Creating New Revenue Sources (HB 4598): Vikki is championing legislation that establishes a modest employer contribution to fund childcare programs, creating a sustainable solution to address center closures and reduce waitlists.
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Creating New Revenue Sources (HB 4598): Vikki is championing legislation that establishes a modest employer contribution to fund childcare programs, creating a sustainable solution to address center closures and reduce waitlists.
Property Taxes I remain committed to meaningful property tax reform for Texas families. We've increased the homestead exemption to $140,000 and $200,000 for seniors while capping local tax increases and providing school tax compression. The root cause of rising property taxes is the state shifting costs for education, healthcare, and transportation to local governments while maintaining a substantial Rainy Day Fund. We must fundamentally change this by having the state take greater responsibility for funding these essential services to prevent Texans from being taxed out of their homes.
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Property Taxes I remain committed to meaningful property tax reform for Texas families. We've increased the homestead exemption to $140,000 and $200,000 for seniors while capping local tax increases and providing school tax compression. The root cause of rising property taxes is the state shifting costs for education, healthcare, and transportation to local governments while maintaining a substantial Rainy Day Fund. We must fundamentally change this by having the state take greater responsibility for funding these essential services to prevent Texans from being taxed out of their homes.
Climate Resilience: Vikki supports comprehensive strategies to address extreme weather impacts and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, recognizing their contribution to increasing wildfire danger across Texas.
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Climate Resilience: Vikki supports comprehensive strategies to address extreme weather impacts and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, recognizing their contribution to increasing wildfire danger across Texas.
Daylight Saving vs. Standard Time Switching our clocks twice a year is a pain. Countless polls show that the vast majority of Texans support ditching this anachronistic policy. The difficulty is choosing which time standard to settle on. Vikki’s approach is to allow voters to have their say and select either Daylight Saving Time or Standard Time year-round.
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Daylight Saving vs. Standard Time Switching our clocks twice a year is a pain. Countless polls show that the vast majority of Texans support ditching this anachronistic policy. The difficulty is choosing which time standard to settle on. Vikki’s approach is to allow voters to have their say and select either Daylight Saving Time or Standard Time year-round.
You deserve a safe, affordable place to live. Increasing the supply of homes and apartments, keeping rents down and limiting tax increases will help all Texans live safely in our state.
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You deserve a safe, affordable place to live. Increasing the supply of homes and apartments, keeping rents down and limiting tax increases will help all Texans live safely in our state.
Vikki Goodwin’s Texas Cares Plan creates a new, state administered health insurance program to cover low-income Texans, working Texans, and Texans who remain uninsured after pursuing coverage through their work, the marketplace, and family. There’s an option for everyone.
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Vikki Goodwin’s Texas Cares Plan creates a new, state administered health insurance program to cover low-income Texans, working Texans, and Texans who remain uninsured after pursuing coverage through their work, the marketplace, and family. There’s an option for everyone.
The Texas Cares Plan will create coverage options for the 5.1 million Texans who are currently uninsured.
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The Texas Cares Plan will create coverage options for the 5.1 million Texans who are currently uninsured.
Texans pay into health insurance with the expectation that their coverage will be there when they need it, but too often patients and providers are left fighting over what insurance will actually cover.
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Texans pay into health insurance with the expectation that their coverage will be there when they need it, but too often patients and providers are left fighting over what insurance will actually cover.
As the first state-run program of its kind, Lone Star Preferred will make decisions about payments and coverage based on what's best for patients, not what maximizes profits.
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As the first state-run program of its kind, Lone Star Preferred will make decisions about payments and coverage based on what's best for patients, not what maximizes profits.
Premiums would be scaled according to income, ensuring that cost is proportionate with what each participant can afford. To maintain lower monthly premiums, participants would be encouraged to complete routine preventative care.
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Premiums would be scaled according to income, ensuring that cost is proportionate with what each participant can afford. To maintain lower monthly premiums, participants would be encouraged to complete routine preventative care.
Lone Star Preferred will prioritize getting Texans into the healthcare system before a health problem becomes an emergency by making preventative and diagnostic care easier to access. To encourage routine preventative care, Texans who receive an annual checkup would pay no copay or deductible for the visit, with appropriate bloodwork and recommended screenings to help identify and treat serious conditions earlier, when treatment is often more effective and less costly.
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Lone Star Preferred will prioritize getting Texans into the healthcare system before a health problem becomes an emergency by making preventative and diagnostic care easier to access. To encourage routine preventative care, Texans who receive an annual checkup would pay no copay or deductible for the visit, with appropriate bloodwork and recommended screenings to help identify and treat serious conditions earlier, when treatment is often more effective and less costly.
Expanding health coverage only works if Texans can access providers when they need them. Lone Star Preferred will address provider shortages and strengthen access to primary care, specialists, and other healthcare services across rural and urban communities.
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Expanding health coverage only works if Texans can access providers when they need them. Lone Star Preferred will address provider shortages and strengthen access to primary care, specialists, and other healthcare services across rural and urban communities.
Cost: The program's cost will primarily depend on how many people enroll and what health services they use. Administrative costs will scale with enrollment but should remain a relatively small portion of the total budget.
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Cost: The program's cost will primarily depend on how many people enroll and what health services they use. Administrative costs will scale with enrollment but should remain a relatively small portion of the total budget.
Since Texas hasn't expanded Medicaid, it has missed out on approximately $10 billion in federal funding each year, according to Cover Texas Now. Since 2014, that adds up to over $100 billion in lost federal support. This program would finally tap into that available federal funding.
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Since Texas hasn't expanded Medicaid, it has missed out on approximately $10 billion in federal funding each year, according to Cover Texas Now. Since 2014, that adds up to over $100 billion in lost federal support. This program would finally tap into that available federal funding.
I will always treat every Texan with
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I will always treat every Texan with
Texas continues to face serious drought conditions, and we need to get serious about our water priorities. For decades, our state leadership has failed to address the growing need for water in vast swaths of Texas. Now, tech companies are flocking to Texas to take advantage of our cheap energy and sales tax incentives. Data Centers are gulping down water like there's no tomorrow – using precious resources that could supply entire towns.
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Texas continues to face serious drought conditions, and we need to get serious about our water priorities. For decades, our state leadership has failed to address the growing need for water in vast swaths of Texas. Now, tech companies are flocking to Texas to take advantage of our cheap energy and sales tax incentives. Data Centers are gulping down water like there's no tomorrow – using precious resources that could supply entire towns.
Protects our access to clean water. Without a law that says people and animals drink first, land owners, farmers and ranchers, and local governments have to fight data centers for access to their own water.
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Protects our access to clean water. Without a law that says people and animals drink first, land owners, farmers and ranchers, and local governments have to fight data centers for access to their own water.
You deserve comprehensive, affordable healthcare. Every Texan should be able to go to the doctor, get preventative cares, and schedule with specialists without fighting for coverage.
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You deserve comprehensive, affordable healthcare. Every Texan should be able to go to the doctor, get preventative cares, and schedule with specialists without fighting for coverage.
Vikki Goodwin focuses on the issues that matter. She believes we must adequately fund education, prioritize clean water for Texas families, make housing more affordable, and ensure access to comprehensive healthcare.
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Vikki Goodwin focuses on the issues that matter. She believes we must adequately fund education, prioritize clean water for Texas families, make housing more affordable, and ensure access to comprehensive healthcare.
I believe people should have the freedom to love who they love and be who they are without fear of harm, and I support the rights of all Texans equally regardless of their background or identity. There is no place for hate when it comes to people who are different from me, and I firmly believe that the government should protect the fundamental rights and dignity of every citizen.
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I believe people should have the freedom to love who they love and be who they are without fear of harm, and I support the rights of all Texans equally regardless of their background or identity. There is no place for hate when it comes to people who are different from me, and I firmly believe that the government should protect the fundamental rights and dignity of every citizen.
Preventative care is also critical to improving maternal health. The program will prioritize early and continuous prenatal care to identify potential complications sooner and reduce preventable maternal health risks, with an emphasis on improving outcomes for Black women in Texas, who continue to experience disproportionately poor maternal health outcomes.
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Preventative care is also critical to improving maternal health. The program will prioritize early and continuous prenatal care to identify potential complications sooner and reduce preventable maternal health risks, with an emphasis on improving outcomes for Black women in Texas, who continue to experience disproportionately poor maternal health outcomes.
Lone Star Preferred will support competitive reimbursement rates for primary care providers to strengthen provider participation and ensure Texans have meaningful access to routine and preventative care.
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Lone Star Preferred will support competitive reimbursement rates for primary care providers to strengthen provider participation and ensure Texans have meaningful access to routine and preventative care.
Medicaid Expansion That Makes Sense – Texas has the highest uninsured rate in the nation. By expanding Medicaid, we can ensure more vulnerable Texans get the care they need while bringing billions in federal dollars back to our state. [HB 1423]
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Medicaid Expansion That Makes Sense – Texas has the highest uninsured rate in the nation. By expanding Medicaid, we can ensure more vulnerable Texans get the care they need while bringing billions in federal dollars back to our state. [HB 1423]
View Vikki's Plan to Tackle Unrestricted Data Center Development
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View Vikki's Plan to Tackle Unrestricted Data Center Development
Read Vikki’s Data Center Pledge and plan to protect Texas communities from this resource-guzzling industry.
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Read Vikki’s Data Center Pledge and plan to protect Texas communities from this resource-guzzling industry.
Together, we can create a better Texas. Divided, we risk losing fundamental rights and further empowering a small group of people determined to control every aspect of Texan’s lives.
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Together, we can create a better Texas. Divided, we risk losing fundamental rights and further empowering a small group of people determined to control every aspect of Texan’s lives.
Gives county governments legal power and financial support to protect their communities from data centers – and the lawsuits data centers bring against communities trying to regulate or ban them.
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Gives county governments legal power and financial support to protect their communities from data centers – and the lawsuits data centers bring against communities trying to regulate or ban them.
LGBTQIA+ Civil Rights I believe people should have the freedom to love who they love and be who they are without fear of harm, and I support the rights of all Texans equally regardless of their background or identity. There is no place for hate when it comes to people who are different from me, and I firmly believe that the government should protect the fundamental rights and dignity of every citizen. I recognize the world is made up of an array of diversity, and effective leadership means standing up for constitutional principles that apply to everyone. I’m proud of my voting record and my A+ rating from Equality Texas.
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LGBTQIA+ Civil Rights I believe people should have the freedom to love who they love and be who they are without fear of harm, and I support the rights of all Texans equally regardless of their background or identity. There is no place for hate when it comes to people who are different from me, and I firmly believe that the government should protect the fundamental rights and dignity of every citizen. I recognize the world is made up of an array of diversity, and effective leadership means standing up for constitutional principles that apply to everyone. I’m proud of my voting record and my A+ rating from Equality Texas.
Keeping Our Education Dollars in Texas – Vikki stood with Democrats and Republicans alike to resist voucher schemes for years. She'll keep fighting against programs that funnel your tax dollars to unregulated private schools who may not even spend those dollars in Texas! [HB 3103]
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Keeping Our Education Dollars in Texas – Vikki stood with Democrats and Republicans alike to resist voucher schemes for years. She'll keep fighting against programs that funnel your tax dollars to unregulated private schools who may not even spend those dollars in Texas! [HB 3103]
Lone Star Preferred will strengthen step-down care so patients are not left without appropriate care after leaving the hospital. The program will improve transitions from hospital-level treatment to rehabilitation, home-based care, and other appropriate services, helping patients recover while reducing preventable readmissions and unnecessary healthcare costs.
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Lone Star Preferred will strengthen step-down care so patients are not left without appropriate care after leaving the hospital. The program will improve transitions from hospital-level treatment to rehabilitation, home-based care, and other appropriate services, helping patients recover while reducing preventable readmissions and unnecessary healthcare costs.
Tackling the Maternal Healthcare Crisis – We must extend postpartum Medicaid coverage, address the shortage of providers in rural areas, and work to reduce the alarmingly high maternal mortality rates that disproportionately affect Black women.
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Tackling the Maternal Healthcare Crisis – We must extend postpartum Medicaid coverage, address the shortage of providers in rural areas, and work to reduce the alarmingly high maternal mortality rates that disproportionately affect Black women.
Funding That Keeps Pace With Reality – School districts shouldn't have to struggle just to cover basic costs. It's time to raise the basic allotment to previous levels, and ensure that future funding keeps up with inflation. [HB 1770]
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Funding That Keeps Pace With Reality – School districts shouldn't have to struggle just to cover basic costs. It's time to raise the basic allotment to previous levels, and ensure that future funding keeps up with inflation. [HB 1770]
Tier II: Lone Star Basic Cost: The program's cost will primarily depend on how many people enroll and what health services they use. Administrative costs will scale with enrollment but should remain a relatively small portion of the total budget.Funding Mechanisms: Federal payments would finance most of Lone Star Basic. Currently, federal dollars flow to insurers to lower the cost of Marketplace coverage for eligible Texans. Under Lone Star Basic, 95% of the federal funding that would have gone to private insurers would instead go to Texas to help fund the program. A Texas-specific actuarial analysis would determine the total federal payment based on enrollment projections. The state would cover any remaining program costs and administrative expenses.
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Tier II: Lone Star Basic Cost: The program's cost will primarily depend on how many people enroll and what health services they use. Administrative costs will scale with enrollment but should remain a relatively small portion of the total budget.Funding Mechanisms: Federal payments would finance most of Lone Star Basic. Currently, federal dollars flow to insurers to lower the cost of Marketplace coverage for eligible Texans. Under Lone Star Basic, 95% of the federal funding that would have gone to private insurers would instead go to Texas to help fund the program. A Texas-specific actuarial analysis would determine the total federal payment based on enrollment projections. The state would cover any remaining program costs and administrative expenses.
Expanded Mental Health Resources – Texans struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other conditions deserve support. We've made progress expanding treatment options, but there's much more to do. [HB 1537]
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Expanded Mental Health Resources – Texans struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other conditions deserve support. We've made progress expanding treatment options, but there's much more to do. [HB 1537]
Funding Mechanisms: Federal payments would finance most of Lone Star Basic. Currently, federal dollars flow to insurers to lower the cost of Marketplace coverage for eligible Texans. Under Lone Star Basic, 95% of the federal funding that would have gone to private insurers would instead go to Texas to help fund the program. A Texas-specific actuarial analysis would determine the total federal payment based on enrollment projections. The state would cover any remaining program costs and administrative expenses.
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Funding Mechanisms: Federal payments would finance most of Lone Star Basic. Currently, federal dollars flow to insurers to lower the cost of Marketplace coverage for eligible Texans. Under Lone Star Basic, 95% of the federal funding that would have gone to private insurers would instead go to Texas to help fund the program. A Texas-specific actuarial analysis would determine the total federal payment based on enrollment projections. The state would cover any remaining program costs and administrative expenses.
Funding Mechanisms: Lone Star Preferred will be funded through a one-time payment from the Rainy Day Fund (the state's emergency savings fund), along with ongoing revenue from a new tax on legal cannabis. This money covers the initial setup and operating costs, and builds a financial cushion to keep the program stable. Once that period ends, the program becomes self-sustaining through member premiums and cannabis tax revenue going into the fund.
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Funding Mechanisms: Lone Star Preferred will be funded through a one-time payment from the Rainy Day Fund (the state's emergency savings fund), along with ongoing revenue from a new tax on legal cannabis. This money covers the initial setup and operating costs, and builds a financial cushion to keep the program stable. Once that period ends, the program becomes self-sustaining through member premiums and cannabis tax revenue going into the fund.
The proposed state tax on cannabis sales will be deposited into the Texas Healthcare Fund to finance Lone Star Preferred going forward. This revenue is dedicated exclusively to health coverage, preventive care, and program administration. Based on recent analysis, Texas could generate a dedicated funding stream with a potential to generate an estimated $267.7 million in sales tax revenue for the state.
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The proposed state tax on cannabis sales will be deposited into the Texas Healthcare Fund to finance Lone Star Preferred going forward. This revenue is dedicated exclusively to health coverage, preventive care, and program administration. Based on recent analysis, Texas could generate a dedicated funding stream with a potential to generate an estimated $267.7 million in sales tax revenue for the state.
A Smarter Texas Water Plan – We need comprehensive planning that puts families before industrial giants. Let's require stronger conservation measures from big water users while protecting your access at home. [HB 1306]
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A Smarter Texas Water Plan – We need comprehensive planning that puts families before industrial giants. Let's require stronger conservation measures from big water users while protecting your access at home. [HB 1306]
Freedom to Conserve at Home – Texas families deserve more options to collect and reuse rainwater, greywater, and AC condensate. These simple steps can dramatically reduce pressure on our strained water systems. [HB 1432]
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Freedom to Conserve at Home – Texas families deserve more options to collect and reuse rainwater, greywater, and AC condensate. These simple steps can dramatically reduce pressure on our strained water systems. [HB 1432]
Fixing Our Leaky Infrastructure – We're losing billions of gallons every year through aging, broken pipes – enough water to supply multiple major Texas cities. It's time to invest in repairs and replacements that stop this massive waste. [HB 2422]
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Fixing Our Leaky Infrastructure – We're losing billions of gallons every year through aging, broken pipes – enough water to supply multiple major Texas cities. It's time to invest in repairs and replacements that stop this massive waste. [HB 2422]
Expanding Water Recycling – We need to invest in purple pipe recycling systems that allow treated wastewater to be safely used for landscaping and industrial processes. These innovative systems help us save precious drinking water for where it's actually needed.
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Expanding Water Recycling – We need to invest in purple pipe recycling systems that allow treated wastewater to be safely used for landscaping and industrial processes. These innovative systems help us save precious drinking water for where it's actually needed.
The Fair Rent Incentive Act – This lowers the current 20% assessment cap for landlords who charge fair market rent or below. It's a win-win: property owners get lower tax bills, and renters don't spend more than 40% of their income on housing and utilities. [HB 203]
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The Fair Rent Incentive Act – This lowers the current 20% assessment cap for landlords who charge fair market rent or below. It's a win-win: property owners get lower tax bills, and renters don't spend more than 40% of their income on housing and utilities. [HB 203]
Automatic Homestead Exemptions – Right now, new homeowners must complete extra paperwork months after purchase to receive their homestead exemption, exposing them to potential scams. Vikki's bill would process this automatically at closing, using forms already signed with a notary. [HB 3108]
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Automatic Homestead Exemptions – Right now, new homeowners must complete extra paperwork months after purchase to receive their homestead exemption, exposing them to potential scams. Vikki's bill would process this automatically at closing, using forms already signed with a notary. [HB 3108]
Cutting Red Tape for Affordable Development – We need to streamline local permitting processes and reduce unnecessary regulations that drive up housing costs. By removing these barriers, we can increase housing supply and make homes more affordable for working families.
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Cutting Red Tape for Affordable Development – We need to streamline local permitting processes and reduce unnecessary regulations that drive up housing costs. By removing these barriers, we can increase housing supply and make homes more affordable for working families.
Expanded Texas Homes for Heroes – Our teachers, nurses, first responders, and veterans deserve affordable housing options. Vikki will work to increase qualification opportunities through specialized programs and financing assistance. [HB 2425]
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Expanded Texas Homes for Heroes – Our teachers, nurses, first responders, and veterans deserve affordable housing options. Vikki will work to increase qualification opportunities through specialized programs and financing assistance. [HB 2425]
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See all 6,535 recordsYeas 96, Nays 30, Present not voting 1
VIKKI GOODWIN is recorded as voting yes in the official record for the motion prevailed by (record 167): 96 yeas, 30 nays, 1 present, not voting..
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Amend CSHB 1 (senate committee report) in SECTION 5 of the bill, by striking added Section 141.0091(c), Health and Safety Code, and substituting the following:
Amend CSHB 1 (senate committee report) in SECTION 5 of the bill, by striking added Section 141.0091(c), Health and Safety Code, and substituting the following: (c) The executive commissioner by rule shall require a youth camp operator to, at each youth camp the operator operates: (1) maintain an operable radio capable of providing real-time weather alerts issued by the National Weather Service or a similar professional weather service at the camp; (2) install and maintain at the camp an emergency warning system that: (A) is capable of alerting all campers and camp occupants of an emergency; and (B) includes a public address system operable without reliance on an Internet connection; (3) monitor safety alerts issued: (A) by the National Weather Service or a similar professional weather service; and (B) by local river authorities, if applicable to the camp, or through other local emergency notification systems; and (4) certify the operator's compliance with this subsection. PROVIDING FOR ADJOURNMENT SINE DIE At 11:23 p.m., Representative Geren moved that, at the conclusion of the receipt of messages, the signing of bills and resolutions, and administrative actions, the house stand adjourned sine die in memory of the Honorable Jodie Anne Laubenberg of Collin County.
The motion prevailed by (Record 167): 96 Yeas, 30 Nays, 1 Present, not voting.
Yeas — Alders; Allen; Ashby; Barry; Bell, C.; Bell, K.; Bernal; Bhojani; Bonnen; Bowers; Bryant; Buckley; Bucy; Button; Canales; Capriglione; Cole; Collier; Craddick; Cunningham; Curry; Darby; Davis, A.; DeAyala; Dorazio; Dutton; Dyson; Fairly; Flores; Frank; Gámez; Garcia Hernandez; Gates; Gerdes; Geren; Gervin-Hawkins; González, J.; González, M.; Goodwin; Guillen; Harless; Harris; Harris Davila; Hefner; Hickland; Hinojosa; Howard; Hull; Hunter; Johnson; King; Kitzman; Lalani; Landgraf; Leach; Leo Wilson; Longoria; Lopez, J.; Lopez, R.; Lujan; Manuel; McQueeney; Metcalf; Meyer; Meza; Moody; Muñoz; Noble; Oliverson; Orr; Paul; Perez, M.; Perez, V.; Phelan; Raymond; Romero; Rose; Rosenthal; Shaheen; Simmons; Smithee; Spiller; Talarico; Tepper; Thompson; Troxclair; Turner; VanDeaver; Vasut; Villalobos; Vo; Walle; Ward Johnson; Wilson; Wu; Zwiener.
Goodwin — YES
Yeas 120, Nays 4, Present not voting 1
VIKKI GOODWIN is recorded as voting yes in the official record for sb 1 was passed by (record 164): 120 yeas, 4 nays, 1 present, not voting..
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SB 1, A bill to be entitled An Act relating to campground and youth camp safety.
SB 1 was passed by (Record 164): 120 Yeas, 4 Nays, 1 Present, not voting.
Yeas — Alders; Allen; Barry; Bell, C.; Bell, K.; Bernal; Bhojani; Bonnen; Bowers; Bryant; Buckley; Bucy; Bumgarner; Button; Canales; Capriglione; Cole; Collier; Cook; Cortez; Craddick; Cunningham; Curry; Darby; Davis, A.; DeAyala; Dutton; Dyson; Fairly; Flores; Frank; Gámez; Garcia Hernandez; Gates; Gerdes; Geren; Gervin-Hawkins; González, J.; González, M.; Goodwin; Guillen; Harless; Harris; Harris Davila; Hayes; Hefner; Hickland; Holt; Hopper; Howard; Hull; Hunter; Isaac; Johnson; Kerwin; King; Kitzman; LaHood; Lalani; Landgraf; Leach; Leo Wilson; Little; Longoria; Lopez, J.; Lopez, R.; Louderback; Lozano; Lujan; Luther; Manuel; McLaughlin; McQueeney; Metcalf; Meyer; Meza; Money; Moody; Morgan; Muñoz; Noble; Oliverson; Orr; Patterson; Paul; Perez, M.; Perez, V.; Phelan; Pierson; Raymond; Richardson; Romero; Rose; Rosenthal; Schatzline; Schoolcraft; Shaheen; Shofner; Simmons; Slawson; Smithee; Spiller; Talarico; Tepper; Thompson; Tinderholt; Toth; Troxclair; Turner; VanDeaver; Vasut; Villalobos; Virdell; Vo; Walle; Ward Johnson; Wharton; Wilson; Wu; Zwiener.
Goodwin — YES
Yeas 80, Nays 28, Present not voting 1
VIKKI GOODWIN is recorded as voting no in the official record for hr 128, as amended, was adopted by (record 162): 80 yeas, 28 nays, 1 present, not voting..
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HR 128, as amended, was adopted by (Record 162): 80 Yeas, 28 Nays, 1 Present, not voting.
Nays — Bowers; Bryant; Bucy; Cole; Collier; Dutton; Garcia Hernandez; Gervin-Hawkins; González, J.; Goodwin; Hinojosa; Howard; Lalani; Lopez, R.; Manuel; Meza; Moody; Perez, V.; Raymond; Romero; Rose; Rosenthal; Simmons; Talarico; Turner; Walle; Ward Johnson; Zwiener.
Goodwin — NO
Yeas 129, Nays 0, Present not voting 2
VIKKI GOODWIN is recorded as voting yes in the official record for the motion to adopt the conference committee report on sb 5 prevailed by (record 161): 129 yeas, 0 nays, 2 present, not voting..
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SB 5 - CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORT ADOPTED
The motion to adopt the conference committee report on SB 5 prevailed by (Record 161): 129 Yeas, 0 Nays, 2 Present, not voting.
Yeas — Alders; Allen; Ashby; Barry; Bell, C.; Bell, K.; Bernal; Bhojani; Bonnen; Bowers; Bryant; Buckley; Bucy; Bumgarner; Button; Cain; Canales; Capriglione; Cole; Collier; Cook; Craddick; Cunningham; Curry; Darby; Davis, A.; DeAyala; Dorazio; Dutton; Dyson; Fairly; Flores; Frank; Gámez; Garcia Hernandez; Gates; Gerdes; Geren; Gervin-Hawkins; González, J.; González, M.; Goodwin; Guillen; Harless; Harris; Harris Davila; Harrison; Hayes; Hefner; Hickland; Hinojosa; Holt; Hopper; Howard; Hull; Hunter; Isaac; Johnson; Kerwin; King; Kitzman; LaHood; Lalani; Lambert; Landgraf; Leach; Leo Wilson; Little; Longoria; Lopez, J.; Lopez, R.; Louderback; Lowe; Lozano; Lujan; Luther; Manuel; Martinez; McLaughlin; McQueeney; Metcalf; Meyer; Meza; Money; Moody; Morgan; Muñoz; Noble; Olcott; Oliverson; Orr; Patterson; Paul; Perez, M.; Perez, V.; Phelan; Pierson; Raymond; Richardson; Romero; Rosenthal; Schatzline; Schofield; Schoolcraft; Shaheen; Shofner; Simmons; Slawson; Smithee; Spiller; Swanson; Talarico; Tepper; Thompson; Tinderholt; Toth; Troxclair; Turner; VanDeaver; Vasut; Villalobos; Virdell; Vo; Walle; Ward Johnson; Wharton; Wilson; Wu; Zwiener.
Goodwin — YES
Yeas 86, Nays 46, Present not voting 2
VIKKI GOODWIN is recorded as voting no in the official record for sb 54 was passed by (record 153): 86 yeas, 46 nays, 2 present, not voting..
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SB 54, A bill to be entitled An Act relating to election procedures regarding accepting a voter with a residence address that is not current and the immediate effect of a voter's registration after the registrar's receipt of certain change of address notices.
SB 54 was passed by (Record 153): 86 Yeas, 46 Nays, 2 Present, not voting.
Nays — Allen; Bernal; Bhojani; Bowers; Bryant; Bucy; Canales; Cole; Collier; Cortez; Davis, A.; Davis, Y.; Dutton; Flores; Gámez; Garcia, L.; Garcia Hernandez; Gervin-Hawkins; González, M.; Goodwin; Hernandez; Hinojosa; Howard; Lalani; Longoria; Lopez, R.; Martinez; Martinez Fischer; Meza; Moody; Muñoz; Ordaz; Perez, M.; Perez, V.; Raymond; Romero; Rose; Rosenthal; Simmons; Talarico; Thompson; Turner; Vo; Walle; Ward Johnson; Wu.
Goodwin — NO
Yeas 85, Nays 45, Present not voting 2
VIKKI GOODWIN is recorded as voting no in the official record for amendment no. 1, as amended, was adopted by (record 148): 85 yeas, 45 nays, 2 present, not voting..
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Amend Amendment No. 1 by Shaheen to HB 18 by striking all below the enacting clause and substituting the following:
Amendment No. 1 - Point of Order Representative Martinez Fischer raised a point of order against further consideration of Amendment No. 1 under Article III, Section 40, of the Texas Constitution on the grounds that the subject matter of the amendment is not included in the field of legislation designated by the governor's proclamation. The point of order was withdrawn. Amendment No. 6 Representative Bucy offered the following amendment to Amendment No. 1: Amend Amendment No. 1 by Shaheen to HB 18 on page 2, lines 12 through 14, by striking "the per diem set by the Texas Ethics Commission for each day of a regular or special legislative session under Section 24a(e), Article III, Texas Constitution" and substituting "$2 million". Amendment No. 6 failed of adoption by (Record 146): 44 Yeas, 85 Nays, 2 Present, not voting. Yeas — Allen; Bernal; Bhojani; Bowers; Bryant; Bucy; Canales; Cole; Collier; Cortez; Davis, Y.; Dutton; Gámez; Garcia Hernandez; Gervin-Hawkins; González, M.; Goodwin; Hernandez; Hinojosa; Howard; Johnson; Lalani; Longoria; Lopez, R.; Martinez; Martinez Fischer; Meza; Moody; Muñoz; Ordaz; Perez, M.; Perez, V.; Raymond; Romero; Rose; Rosenthal; Simmons; Talarico; Thompson; Turner; Vo; Walle; Ward Johnson; Wu. Nays — Alders; Ashby; Barry; Bell, C.; Bell, K.; Bonnen; Buckley; Bumgarner; Button; Cain; Capriglione; Cook; Craddick; Cunningham; Curry; Darby; DeAyala; Dorazio; Dyson; Fairly; Frank; Gates; Gerdes; Geren; Guillen; Harless; Harris Davila; Harrison; Hayes; Hefner; Hickland; Holt; Hopper; Hull; Hunter; Isaac; Kerwin; King; Kitzman; LaHood; Lambert; Landgraf; Leach; Leo Wilson; Little; Lopez, J.; Louderback; Lowe; Lozano; Lujan; Luther; McLaughlin; McQueeney; Metcalf; Meyer; Money; Morgan; Noble; Olcott; Oliverson; Orr; Patterson; Paul; Phelan; Pierson; Richardson; Schatzline; Schofield; Schoolcraft; Shaheen; Shofner; Slawson; Smithee; Spiller; Swanson; Tepper; Tinderholt; Toth; Troxclair; VanDeaver; Vasut; Villalobos; Virdell; Wharton; Wilson. Present, not voting — Mr. Speaker; Harris(C). Absent, Excused — Anchía; Dean; González, J.; Guerra; Jones, J.; Manuel; Morales, E.; Morales Shaw; Plesa; Reynolds; Zwiener. Absent — Campos; Davis, A.; Flores; Garcia, J.; Garcia, L.; Jones, V.; Morales, C.; Rodríguez Ramos. Amendment No. 7 Representative Goodwin offered the following amendment to Amendment No. 1: Amend Amendment No. 1 by Shaheen to HB 18 as follows: On page 4, immediately following line 22, insert the following: Sec. 301.109. FALSE STATEMENT OF FACTS; CIVIL PENALTY. (a) A member of the legislature who reports or files a statement of facts under Section 301.074(e) alleging conduct that did not occur is liable for a civil penalty in an amount not to exceed $5,000 for each statement reported or filed that is determined to not be true. (b) A person against whom a statement of facts is reported or filed that is determined to not be true under Subsection (a) may bring an action to recover the civil penalty under that subsection. Amendment No. 7 failed of adoption by (Record 147): 44 Yeas, 85 Nays, 2 Present, not voting. Yeas — Allen; Bernal; Bhojani; Bowers; Bryant; Bucy; Canales; Cole; Collier; Cortez; Davis, A.; Davis, Y.; Dutton; Flores; Gámez; Garcia Hernandez; Gervin-Hawkins; Goodwin; Hernandez; Hinojosa; Howard; Johnson; Lalani; Longoria; Lopez, R.; Martinez; Martinez Fischer; Meza; Muñoz; Ordaz; Perez, M.; Perez, V.; Raymond; Romero; Rose; Rosenthal; Simmons; Talarico; Thompson; Turner; Vo; Walle; Ward Johnson; Wu. Nays — Alders; Ashby; Barry; Bell, C.; Bell, K.; Bonnen; Buckley; Bumgarner; Button; Cain; Capriglione; Cook; Craddick; Cunningham; Curry; Darby; DeAyala; Dorazio; Dyson; Fairly; Frank; Gates; Gerdes; Geren; Guillen; Harless; Harris Davila; Harrison; Hayes; Hefner; Hickland; Holt; Hopper; Hull; Hunter; Isaac; Kerwin; King; Kitzman; LaHood; Lambert; Landgraf; Leach; Leo Wilson; Little; Lopez, J.; Louderback; Lowe; Lozano; Lujan; Luther; McLaughlin; McQueeney; Metcalf; Meyer; Money; Morgan; Noble; Olcott; Oliverson; Orr; Patterson; Paul; Phelan; Pierson; Richardson; Schatzline; Schofield; Schoolcraft; Shaheen; Shofner; Slawson; Smithee; Spiller; Swanson; Tepper; Tinderholt; Toth; Troxclair; VanDeaver; Vasut; Villalobos; Virdell; Wharton; Wilson. Present, not voting — Mr. Speaker; Harris(C). Absent, Excused — Anchía; Dean; González, J.; Guerra; Jones, J.; Manuel; Morales, E.; Morales Shaw; Plesa; Reynolds; Zwiener. Absent — Campos; Garcia, J.; Garcia, L.; González, M.; Jones, V.; Moody; Morales, C.; Rodríguez Ramos. Amendment No. 8 Representatives Bucy and Little offered the following amendment to Amendment No. 1: Amend Amendment No. 1 by Shaheen to HB 18 by striking all below the enacting clause and substituting the following: SECTION 1. The heading to Section 253.034, Election Code, is amended to read as follows: Sec. 253.034. RESTRICTIONS ON CONTRIBUTIONS DURING AND FOLLOWING [REGULAR] LEGISLATIVE SESSION. SECTION 2. Section 253.034, Election Code, is amended by adding Subsection (a-1) and amending Subsections (b) and (c) to read as follows: (a-1) During the period beginning on the date a special legislative session convenes and continuing through the date of final adjournment of the special legislative session, a person may not knowingly make a political contribution to: (1) a statewide officeholder; (2) a member of the legislature; or (3) a specific-purpose committee for supporting, opposing, or assisting a statewide officeholder or member of the legislature. (b) A statewide officeholder, a member of the legislature, or a specific-purpose committee for supporting, opposing, or assisting a statewide officeholder or member of the legislature may not knowingly accept a political contribution, and shall refuse a political contribution that is received, during an applicable [the] period prescribed by Subsection (a) or (a-1). A political contribution that is received and refused during that period shall be returned to the contributor not later than the 30th day after the date of receipt. A contribution made by United States mail or by common or contract carrier is not considered received during that period if it was properly addressed and placed with postage or carrier charges prepaid or prearranged in the mail or delivered to the contract carrier before the beginning of the period. The date indicated by the post office cancellation mark or the common or contract carrier documents is considered to be the date the contribution was placed in the mail or delivered to the common or contract carrier unless proven otherwise. (c) This section does not apply to a political contribution that was made and accepted with the intent that it be used: (1) in an election held or ordered during a [the] period prescribed by Subsection (a) or (a-1) in which the person accepting the contribution is a candidate if the contribution was made after the person appointed a campaign treasurer with the appropriate authority and before the person was sworn in for that office; (2) to defray expenses incurred in connection with an election contest; or (3) by a person who holds a state office or a member of the legislature if the person or member was defeated at the general election held immediately before the session is convened or by a specific-purpose political committee that supports or assists only that person or member. SECTION 3. The changes in law made by this Act apply only to a political contribution made on or after the effective date of this Act. A political contribution made before the effective date of this Act is governed by the law in effect on the date the contribution was made, and the former law is continued in effect for that purpose. SECTION 4. This Act takes effect on the 91st day after the last day of the legislative session. Amendment No. 8 - Point of Order Representative Vasut raised a point of order against further consideration of Amendment No. 8 under Rule 11, Section 2, of the House Rules on the grounds that the amendment is not germane. (Landgraf in the chair) The point of order was withdrawn. Amendment No. 8 was withdrawn.
Amendment No. 1, as amended, was adopted by (Record 148): 85 Yeas, 45 Nays, 2 Present, not voting.
Nays — Allen; Bernal; Bhojani; Bowers; Bryant; Bucy; Canales; Cole; Collier; Cortez; Davis, Y.; Dutton; Gámez; Garcia, L.; Garcia Hernandez; Gervin-Hawkins; González, M.; Goodwin; Hernandez; Hinojosa; Howard; Johnson; Lalani; Longoria; Lopez, R.; Martinez; Martinez Fischer; Meza; Moody; Muñoz; Ordaz; Perez, M.; Perez, V.; Raymond; Romero; Rose; Rosenthal; Simmons; Talarico; Thompson; Turner; Vo; Walle; Ward Johnson; Wu.
Goodwin — NO
Yeas 44, Nays 85, Present not voting 2
VIKKI GOODWIN is recorded as voting yes in the official record for amendment no. 7 failed of adoption by (record 147): 44 yeas, 85 nays, 2 present, not voting..
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Amend Amendment No. 1 by Shaheen to HB 18 on page 2, lines 12 through 14, by striking "the per diem set by the Texas Ethics Commission for each day of a regular or special legislative session under Section 24a(e), Article III, Texas Constitution" and substituting "$2 million".
Amendment No. 7 Representative Goodwin offered the following amendment to Amendment No. 1: Amend Amendment No. 1 by Shaheen to HB 18 as follows: On page 4, immediately following line 22, insert the following: Sec. 301.109. FALSE STATEMENT OF FACTS; CIVIL PENALTY. (a) A member of the legislature who reports or files a statement of facts under Section 301.074(e) alleging conduct that did not occur is liable for a civil penalty in an amount not to exceed $5,000 for each statement reported or filed that is determined to not be true. (b) A person against whom a statement of facts is reported or filed that is determined to not be true under Subsection (a) may bring an action to recover the civil penalty under that subsection.
Amendment No. 7 failed of adoption by (Record 147): 44 Yeas, 85 Nays, 2 Present, not voting.
Yeas — Allen; Bernal; Bhojani; Bowers; Bryant; Bucy; Canales; Cole; Collier; Cortez; Davis, A.; Davis, Y.; Dutton; Flores; Gámez; Garcia Hernandez; Gervin-Hawkins; Goodwin; Hernandez; Hinojosa; Howard; Johnson; Lalani; Longoria; Lopez, R.; Martinez; Martinez Fischer; Meza; Muñoz; Ordaz; Perez, M.; Perez, V.; Raymond; Romero; Rose; Rosenthal; Simmons; Talarico; Thompson; Turner; Vo; Walle; Ward Johnson; Wu.
Goodwin — YES
Yeas 85, Nays 47, Present not voting 2
VIKKI GOODWIN is recorded as voting no in the official record for amendment no. 5 was adopted by (record 145): 85 yeas, 47 nays, 2 present, not voting..
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HB 18 - (consideration continued)
Amendment No. 5 - Point of Order Representative Dutton raised a point of order against further consideration of Amendment No. 5 under Article III, Section 40, of the Texas Constitution. The speaker overruled the point of order, announcing his decision to the house as follows: Mr. Dutton raises a point of order against further consideration of the Little Amendment under Article III, Section 40, Texas Constitution on the grounds that the subject matter of the amendment is not included in the field of legislation designated by the governor's proclamation. The chair previously held that the class embraced by the bill is individual members and special-purpose political committees which operate as members' alter ego. 89 H. Jour. 2d C.S. 363 (2025). It follows that since special-purpose political committees operate as alter egos for legislators, they are encompassed within the governor's call language of "legislation to impose penalties or punishments for legislators who willfully absent themselves during a session." The pending amendment applies to a legislative caucus only if the caucus "also has a principal purpose of a special-purpose committee." Just as special-purpose committees are encompassed within the governor's call, so are legislative caucuses as defined by the amendment. Thus, the amendment falls within the governor's call. Accordingly, the point of order is respectfully overruled.
Amendment No. 5 was adopted by (Record 145): 85 Yeas, 47 Nays, 2 Present, not voting.
Nays — Allen; Bernal; Bhojani; Bowers; Bryant; Bucy; Canales; Cole; Collier; Cortez; Davis, A.; Davis, Y.; Dutton; Flores; Gámez; Garcia, L.; Garcia Hernandez; Gervin-Hawkins; González, M.; Goodwin; Hernandez; Hinojosa; Howard; Johnson; Lalani; Longoria; Lopez, R.; Martinez; Martinez Fischer; Meza; Moody; Muñoz; Ordaz; Perez, M.; Perez, V.; Raymond; Romero; Rose; Rosenthal; Simmons; Talarico; Thompson; Turner; Vo; Walle; Ward Johnson; Wu.
Goodwin — NO
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Filer ID: 81436
Filer name: Goodwin, Vikki A.
CTA office sought: Lieutenant Governor
Report ID: 101059051
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Total political contributions: $795.00
Total political expenditures: $204980.25
Total political contributions maintained: $317570.92
Outstanding loans: $100000.00
Period covered: 2026-05-17 through 2026-06-30
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