Rep. James White

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James White is a Texas State Representative for Hardin, Jasper, Newton, Polk, and Tyler counties. He graduated with a doctorate in political science from the University of Houston. White served in the U.S. Army and worked as a public school educator and coach before being elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2010. During his time as a Representative, White has worked on issues such as taxes, school funding, mental health, and more. He maintains a cattle ranch in Tyler County, attends Hillister Baptist Church, and is a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, and the Texas Farm Bureau.

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Southeast Texas Transportation Improvement Projects Update

(Austin, TX) - Throughout Southeast Texas, Hurricane Harvey highlighted the importance of bridges and roads. In Newton and Polk counties, bridges and roads were...

Rep. White Announces Start of 2017-2018 High School Aerospace Scholars Project

(Austin, TX) – State Representative James White is pleased to announce the launch of the 2017-2018 High School Aerospace Scholars (HAS) project. HAS enables...

The College Board Offers Fee Waivers to Students Affected by Hurricane Harvey

(Austin, TX) – The College Board is offering a free October SAT registration, and a College Scholarship Services (CSS) Profile fee waiver to students...

Governor Abbott Signs Chairman White’s Legislation Enhancing Victims’ Rights in Texas

(Austin, TX) State Representative James White is appreciative of Governor Greg Abbott’s support in signing legislation that enhances the rights of victims in the...

Rep. James White Legislative Update

Austin, TX - The 85th Legislative Session has adjourned sine die, a Latin phrase, that means “without a day.” Myself along with my other...

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Capitol Update: Protecting Our Children Online & Addressing Border Security

I want to start this column by offering my...

Pre-Construction Meeting Held in Nacogdoches

LUFKIN – A pre-construction meeting was held this week at...

Governor Abbott Encourages Texans To Take Part In Emergency Supplies Tax-Free Weekend

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division...

My five cents…A monthly column from Sen. Robert Nichols

On April 21, 1836, the Battle of San Jacinto...
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