Plano Chamber Public Policy Newsletter
WELCOME!
We are thrilled to introduce our new Public Policy Newsletter. This monthly communication is intended to give a high-level snapshot of policy activities at the local, state, and national level. Our hope is to bring relevant information to you that relates to your business and the business community throughout Plano.
LOCAL
Community Impact, by Daniel Houston
February 26, 2018
 
Community Impact, by Daniel Houston
February 26, 2018
 
Community Impact, by Daniel Houston
March 5, 2018
 
Community Impact, by Gavin Pugh
March 6, 2018
 
Community Impact, by Daniel Houston and Gavin Pugh
March 19, 2018
 
Community Impact, by Daniel Houston
April 2, 2018
 
Community Impact, by Daniel Houston
April 9, 2018
 
Community Impact, by Gavin Pugh
April 10, 2018
STATE
CLICK HERE to read a detailed monthly report of the latest news from the Texas Legislature.

Texas was the first state in the country to hold its Primary Elections, which were on Tuesday, March 6th. Republican Primary turnout was 10.12% of registered voters - 1,543.725 voters cast ballots, a 16% increase over 2014 (the last non-presidential year). Democratic Primary turnout was 6.8% of registered voters - 1,037,799 voters cast ballots, 491,319 more than in 2014, when 546,480 Texans cast ballots, a 90% increase.
OTHER NEWS
Marketplace, by Danielle Chiriguayo
April 10, 2018
 
The Washington Post, By Simon Denyer
April 10, 2018
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Plano Chamber Public Policy Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 2 at 7:30 AM at the Plano Chamber office! All members are welcome to attend and hear updates on a variety of issues, such as transportation, education, economic development, higher education, and more. CLICK HERE for more information.
PRIMARY RUN-OFF
Did you vote in the Primary Election in March? Don't forget to vote in the Run-Off Election! Early Voting for the Run-Off is May 14-18 . Election Day is Tuesday, May 22 . CLICK HERE for details.
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