State Rep. Charles Schwertner: Statement on Passage of HB 1

"With the passage of HB 1, the Texas House has taken the first step towards a balanced and responsible budget that does not raise taxes on the people of Texas. For the taxpayers, seniors, teachers, and schoolchildren of my district, I wish to make it clear that I am supporting the passage of HB 1 only as a starting point in the evolving and ongoing budgetary process.

"When considering the final state budget later this session, my support will ultimately be determined by a number of factors - specifically that it does not increase taxes on the people of Texas and that it places a high priority on funding for public education and essential services for our children, the elderly, and the truly indigent. I am confident that the House and Senate are capable of coming together in the weeks ahead to pass a balanced and responsible budget which satisfies these conditions and works within our available revenue."

 - State Rep. Charles Schwertner