Public Policy

This week, I’d like to highlight two bills the CLC is supporting relating our legislative priorities. 

On Monday, I was privileged to testify before the House Human Services Committee on HB 4. 

In conjunction with this, advocates from across Texas are preparing to address their 85th session legislative representatives and senators on the issues pertaining to human trafficking. 

Texas is in the midst of a crisis that, if not addressed with the highest urgency, will create lasting damage for generations to come. 

Many of you have followed our work to reform the payday and auto-title lending industry, some have called their legislators and spoken at city council meetings in support of local payday ordinances, and there is still important work to do.

I walked out of prison more resilient than I was at intake, a miracle considering the harsh nature of prison. At intake, I was completely defeated.