TFCL met with Representative Trent Ashby in Austin on the session now getting underway. He is excited with the opportunity that this legislative session gives him to make a difference.

The Honorable John Otto (R-Dayton), Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, announced the subcommittee assignments for the 84th Legislative Session. Rep. Trent Ashby (R-Lufkin) has been selected to serve as the Chairman for the Appropriations Subcommittee on Article III (Education).

“It is an honor to have been chosen to serve as the Chairman for this important subcommittee,” Rep. Ashby said. “Education is an essential part of the development of our state and I am grateful to have the opportunity to serve our great state in this capacity.”

The Appropriations Subcommittee on Article III has jurisdiction over funding for public schools, higher education institutions and a variety of related agencies.