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01/14/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/15/2025 19:02
Secretary Nelson Opens the 89th Legislature in the Texas House
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson will today open proceedings in the Texas House of Representatives for the 89th Legislative Session at noon.
"I am committed to a fair and orderly process today as we begin the 89th Legislative Session," said Secretary Nelson.
Texas Government Code directs the Secretary of State to preside at the organization of the House of Representatives. Traditionally, the Secretary offers brief remarks. Secretary Nelson's remarks will focus on service to the people of Texas.
Secretary Nelson will preside until a Speaker of the House is selected. Before her appointment as Secretary of State, she served in the Texas Senate for 30 years and has extensive experience presiding over official functions.
The opening of the House will be livestreamed through House Media.
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