Sen. Brian Birdwell
@SenatorBirdwell
Proud husband & father. Native Texan. Decorated military veteran. Lifelong conservative Republican. Survivor of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the Pentagon. #SD22
The Legislature gaveled in for the called Special Session to cover 18 topics by Gov Abbott (link to his proclamation below) to begin 30 days of deliberation on the subjects. I will keep you posted on the actions the senate takes and more broadly the results of the special…
On a personal note, I had the distinct honor to be inducted into the US Martial Arts HOF last night in the senior inspirational category. Got to see my former Battery Commander (BC), LTC Wilson there. We were on the fire base in Korea near the DMZ together when I was his XO.…
Enjoyed the Sheriffs Association’s Convention today. Joined Gov. @GregAbbott_TX and other legislators as he signed a couple of key border related bills. I saw three of our great Sheriffs from SD 22, Sheriff Norman of Ellis County, Sheriff Deeds of Hood County, and Sheriff West of…
Treat to join the Railroad Commission’s annual meeting today. Got to brag on my Senate Natural Resources Committee team. From L-R former Senior Policy Analyst, now working for RRC, Matt Cope; current Natural Resources Committee Director, Clint Harned; Committee Clerk and Policy…
Honored to join Sheriff McNamara and TCOLE Ex Dir Greg Stevens for the opening in Waco of the Texas Citizens Police Academy Convention. Tk you to all the volunteers across the state who back the blue and assist their neighbors.
Enjoyed another great 4th of July parade in Granbury. My long time friend, Ike Thomas and his wife Tricia were the grand marshals this year! Hooah
Today I inform you of my decision not to seek re-election for another term as your State Senator. It has been the high honor of my life, on par with commanding United States soldiers, to serve my fellow Texans for over 15 years. Please see my full message I shared with my…
Strongly concur, @DanPatrick. This action demonstrates @BoFrenchTX’s lack of discernment, judgement, and common sense and compels his resignation.
Bo French’s words do not reflect my values nor the values of the Republican Party. Antisemitism and religious bigotry have no place in Texas. I am calling for the immediate resignation and replacement of @BoFrenchTX as @tarrantgop Chairman. #txlege sacurrent.com/news/north-tex…
What a dominant showing by @TSURodeoTeam at the CNFR! 💜 -Men’s team national champions -Women’s team reserve champions -Tori Brower, individual goat tying champion So proud of our incredible program for bringing home national titles 40 and 41 to Stephenville!
Happy Juneteenth! On this day Union MG Granger issued Order Number 3 upon arrival in Galveston enforcing emancipation in Texas.
Joined @TeamBettencourt, @GregAbbott_TX, @Burrows4TX, and several other fellow members of the legislature today for the bill signing ceremony of three critical property tax relief bills we passed this session. See Sen. Bettencourt’s explanation of them below!
🚨 Gov. @GregAbbott_TX JUST SIGNED my SB 4, SB 23 & HB 9 by Rep. @MorganMeyerTX into law TODAY! 🚨 This is part of a $10 BILLION property tax relief package passed this session. 💰 $484/year savings for 5.7M homeowners 🏠 Homestead exemption raised from $100K ➡️ $140K 💸…
HAPPY Birthday to the US Army. 250 years old and still going strong! Thank you to all wearing the uniform in the past and present!
Tomorrow's our 250th Birthday!🥳 🇺🇸 If you're joining us in D.C., don't forget to read up on the metro, road closure, and safety advisory.
Are you coming to our Birthday Festival and Parade on Saturday? Make sure to read @DCPoliceDept's metro, road closure, and safety advisory below! ⤵️ 🚇Metro Service Due to extensive road closures and parking restrictions, attendees are encouraged to use MetroRail service to…
The Army’s birthday is offical tomorrow, but today we celebrated it at the Capitol. WW2 Veteran who fought at Normandy, Buck Sloan, and is the oldest known veteran, was present at the event. I was a special honored guest for the ceremony along with Rep. Wilson and Gov. Abbott.…
Joined locals leaders (Mayor Buchanan and Dir. Valerie Krehmeier) for the ground breaking for the Hamilton County Community Center. It will be their new congregate and Meals on Wheels site all put together by the citizens of Hamilton. Congratulations!
Continued my Saturday in Waco by joining the Texas Ranger Assoc. Foundation for their annual reunion dinner. Great to see former Chief of the Rangers Kirby Dendy. Also got to see former Ranger and now Sheriff of Llano County, Marquis Cantu. The Ranger Foundation does great work…
Great to be back in the district. I was pleased to join Congressman Sessions, President of MCC Dr. McKown, and RSVP Director Susan Copeland for the annual volunteer recognition of citizens from six counties who provide countless hours of public service. This year’s Volunteer of…
This past Monday the Texas Senate adjourned, Sine Die, marking the 140th day of the 89th Legislative Session and the official end to the Regular Session. It’s been an honor to once again represent the people of Senate District 22 and I look forward to seeing everyone in the…
