Kirk Watson
Kirk Watson, who initially won his seat in the Texas Senate in 2006, was previously mayor of Austin. Earlier, he served on the Texas Air Control Board, precursor to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. He was the 2002 Democratic nominee for Texas attorney general.
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"In Austin, Texas, the average homeowner is paying about $1,300 to $1,400 just for recapture," meaning funds spent in non-Austin school districts.
Says carbon monoxide is still employed to euthanize dogs and cats in 29 Texas animal shelters.
Says in "our region," 2011 was worst drought year ever recorded.
"Texas’ population is projected to double in the next 50 years or so, but our basic amount of water will remain about where it is…
Says more than $3.5 billion in state revenue that is supposed to be dedicated to basic needs and functions is being diverted to "make the…