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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.”
Under fire, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas offers to cover medical expenses for Crowley baby
Turner: “I commend Doug and Kim for their tenacity in fighting for their son, and am grateful to have had the opportunity to help in this situation.”
Insurance Company Covers Baby Following Pressure
“With you and your story… it went national by Thursday afternoon,” Doug Tracy said. “By Friday Blue Cross Blue Shield was tired of the phone calls, tired of the emails.”
State Representative Chris Turner and State Senator Wendy Davis also backed the family and sent a letter to BCBS of Texas urging them to reconsider their decision to deny coverage.
Representative Hoping To Help Family
Turner: No doubt all who’ve heard about this feels it’s absolutely inexcusable that a newborn baby would be denied the coverage because of a preexisting condition. It’s simply not right and we need to fix it. We’re looking to determine if there’s anything that would require Blue Cross to cover this child.
Crowley newborn with heart defect is denied insurance coverage
Lawmaker tries to help
After being contacted by the Tracy family, state Rep. Chris Turner, D-Arlington, said he asked the Texas Department of Insurance if there are provisions that can be used to help the family. He said he has not received a complete answer.
