Trey Martinez Fischer, a San Antonio representative in the Texas House, was replaced on Wednesday as chair of the Democratic caucus.
State Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer , D- San Antonio , speaks at a press conference in reaction to a property tax reform proposal by Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dennis Bonnen. The trio laid out their proposal earlier in the day. Jan. 31, 2019.
Houston-area Rep. Gene Wu was nominated to the position, according to a statement posted to X, formerly Twitter. Martinez Fischer had served as chair for nearly two years.The Texas House Democratic Caucus held elections today and we're proud to announce our new officer. “I look forward to working for the members of the Texas HDC to ensure that they have the tools and support they need to pass meaningful legislation for their district and fight for everyday Texans who deserve a fair shot and a voice in the Legislature,” the statement reads.
The rest of the party’s officers include Rep. Michaela Plesa of Dallas, who serves as first vice-chair; Rep. Ron Reynolds of Missouri City, as second vice-chair; and Rep. Christian Manuel of Beaumont, as treasurer. A statement to X by the Texas House Democrats said the new appointments bring “new, diverse, and experienced leadership to the largest body of elected democratic officials in the state.”Wu will lead 62 House Democrats into the 89th Legislative Session, where issues on school vouchers, religion in schools and higher education loom.Mason Hickok is a digital journalist at KSAT. He graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a communication degree and a minor in film studies.
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