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LULAC Vows to be at Center of Texas' Legislative Session to Ensure State's Latinos Are Represented
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) says the organization will be in the house as the Texas Legislature convenes the 88th regular session from January 10 to May 29, 2023.
"There is a great deal at stake in one of the nation's bellwether states for Latinos," said Domingo Garcia, LULAC national president. "2023 marks an important milestone in Texas as Latino voters reach record numbers, and the 2024 presidential campaign is already on the horizon. The state's Republican-led legislature has shown it is willing to do whatever it takes to retain power, and this session will be critical to its plans. The road to the White House next year runs through this statehouse, and LULAC is here to make sure Latino voter rights are protected," said Garcia.
"Education is center stage for LULAC during this session, according to veteran LULAC leaders who have been involved in