Public Policy
Signature Sponsor
Rising Sponsor
Public Policy Tri-chairs:
Liz Morse
Richardson ISD
John Hurst
Lennox
Mark Solomon
Assurnet Insurance Agency
The Public Policy committee exists to provide information and advocacy regarding local, state and federal policy decisions and how they impact chamber members and our city.
Public Policy hosts educational and informative briefings for members about legislative issues, fosters relationships with elected officials and coordinates events to inform our members on issues that affect Richardson. These events include:
- Public Policy briefings
- Candidate Forums
- Austin Legislative Tour
- Federal Legislative Tour
- Voter Registration events (See Voter Resources here)
During Texas legislative years, the committee develops a legislative agenda and advocates on behalf of those priorities.
Check this page and our calendar for all upcoming events.
To stay up-to-date with Public Policy, sign up for our mailing list. Select Public Policy from the topic selections and you'll never miss our legislative updates and event and tour announcements.
Serving on a committee is one of your strongest relationship building tools, working side-by-side with other business leaders. Chamber members can join the Public Policy committee, which develops the Richardson Chamber's legislative agenda and plans the events and activities of the committee. Your involvement makes a difference!
Committee meetings are held on an as-needed basis. If you're interested in joining, fill out the volunteer form.
Sponsorship: If you're interested in sponsoring Public Policy or our legislative tours, see our Sponsorship Packet and contact Johnette Alter with any questions.
The Texas Legislature convenes for regular sessions in odd numbered years. The 89th Texas Legislature will begin at noon on January 14, 2025 and close June 2, 2025. Here are the Chamber's priorities as set by the Public Policy committee and based on feedback from members.
Past Events
Candidates Forum - U.S. House District 32
Darrell Day and Julie Johnson
Candidates Forum - State Board of Education
George King and Pam Little
Candidates Forum - Texas Senate District 16
Victoria Neave Criado and Nathan Johnson
Inside Texas Politics
with Jason Whitely, WFAA Political Reporter