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Chris Announces Grassroots Endorsement List: Updated!
I am honored by your support and know that by working together, we will win this race and give our new district a strong, effective voice in Austin.
A birthday and “The Boss”
My husband Chris celebrates his 39th birthday today. I have always dreamed of giving Chris one of two things for his birthday – a guaranteed national championship for the Texas Longhorns football team or a surprise birthday concert from Chris’s favorite musician, Bruce Springsteen. … Lisa
Tarrant Commissioners Court urged to create third minority JP/constable district
Former Democratic state Rep. Chris Turner of Arlington supported the new map.
“In a county where the bulk of the population growth has occurred in minority populations, it’s only fair that minority voters have increased opportunities to elect the candidates of their choice,” Turner said
The New District 101
District 101 is a microcosm of Texas – it’s a diverse community, made up of hard-working people who want the best for their children and their families. With your help, we can win this race and build a better future for all Texans.
I’m Running
Today I am announcing my candidacy for State Representative in the new District 101.
Texas is at a crossroads. This year, Rick Perry and the Republican supermajority in the Texas legislature turned back the clock on our state in virtually every way conceivable.
Proposed ‘Abdallah’s Laws’ would fortify prosecutions, penalties in DWI cases
In honor of 2-year-old Abdallah Khader, state Rep. Chris Turner, D-Burleson, announced two potential pieces of legislation to strengthen penalties for DWI offenders, particularly those who cause severe brain injury. Turner’s proposal, called “Abdallah’s Laws,” would draw a distinction between levels of injury caused by drunken drivers, creating a stricter penalty for injuries that permanently destroy brain function.
State Rep. Chris Turner Named “Legislator of the Year” by the Vietnam Veterans of America, Texas State Council
“Representative Chris Turner proved to be a staunch advocate for Texas veterans during the 81st Texas Legislature. …”
Top Law Enforcement Organization Names Rep. Chris Turner “Best of the House”
CLEAT praises Turner as Strong and Effective Voice for Texas Law Enforcement.
Renewed effort in Austin to limit HOA powers
Turner would like to add two major safeguards to the law, including one that would make it impossible for an HOA to foreclose without a court order. He also thinks members of an association — your neighbors — should have the final say and vote whether to seize a house.
Military officials say wind turbines can stir up problems for bases
“The challenge is finding the right balance between promoting wind power and protecting our military installations.”
Abdallah case highlights battle for tougher DWI laws
Turner: “I think the time is right for the legislature to act on this, and really, really get aggressive with drunk driving.”
State Farm stiff-arms Texas regulators, but insurer says it’s protecting clients
Turner: “Most families in North Texas haven’t seen their incomes go up by double digits this year. … Texans already paying the second-highest homeowners insurance rates in the nation, this is unacceptable.”
