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What does it do?
Describe the change you want Texas law to make.
The People’s Lawmaking Session
Your idea could become Texas law.
State Representative Jolanda “Jo” Jones wants to hear what Texas should change. Bring the problem. Bring the people it affects. Bring the solution.
Submit before the session begins: Thursday, September 10 at 6:30 PM
You do not need to write legal language. Answer four focused questions and the form will organize your idea.
Texas House District 147
State Representative
Jolanda “Jo” Jones
Jolanda “Jo” Jones
Make the case in one page
A strong bill idea answers four questions.
Be specific and write from your experience. Jolanda’s team can help with the legislative language. Your job is to make the need and the solution clear.
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What does it fix?
Explain the current problem, gap, or unfair outcome.
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Who is affected?
Name the people, communities, or systems touched by it.
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Why should it be law?
Show why statewide action is needed and why it matters now.
WhenThursday, September 10
6:30–9:30 PM
6:30–9:30 PM
WhereGood Hope Missionary Baptist Church
3015 N MacGregor Way, Houston, TX 77004
3015 N MacGregor Way, Houston, TX 77004
Hosted byState Representative Jolanda “Jo” Jones
Texas House District 147
Texas House District 147
Your one-pager
What bill should Jolanda file?
Complete the questions below before 6:30 PM on Thursday, September 10. A submission is an idea for consideration and does not guarantee that legislation will be filed.