Texas Legislative Priorities: Economy, Infrastructure, and Public Education

Allen Fairview Insider

Today's episode of the Allen Fairview Insider is a special one as we're giving you an inside look into the "Eggs and Issues" event hosted by the Allen Fairview Chamber on December 3rd.

In this episode, you'll hear from three key local leaders—Jeff Leach, Mihaela Plesa, and Candy Noble—who came together to share their priorities and insights as we head into the 89th legislative session. Sponsored by Linebarger Attorneys at Law, MD 7 and the Fairview Economic Development Corporation, this event dove into critical topics such as education funding, mental health care, water security, infrastructure, and much more.

They explore our community's most pressing issues and opportunities and share their perspectives on legislative priorities. From school vouchers and teacher pay to infrastructure and health care, you'll get a comprehensive look at the challenges and potential solutions for our region.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Legislative priorities for the upcoming session

• Mental health care and insurance coverage for first episodes of psychosis

• Education funding, vouchers, and teacher pay

• Business climate and property tax relief

• Challenges in local school districts

• Water security and infrastructure investment

• Reliability of the electric grid

• Nuclear energy and climate stewardship

• Local vs. state governance dynamics

• Access to affordable and quality healthcare