Tom Fabry

From Staff Reports

On Tuesday, March 11, Grassroots America will host a assessment of the Texas state government and provide an update on Smith County Road bond projects. The meeting will feature key speakers discussing legislative challenges, government transparency, and local accountability efforts.

Speakers will present details about how Texas House Republicans have blocked Democratic efforts to obstruct key legislation related to border security, ending taxpayer subsidies for non-citizens, election integrity, protecting children from sexual predators, and property tax reform.

Tom Fabry, Local Government Watchdog Chairman, will report on the ongoing call for a full accounting of the Smith County Commissioners Court’s Road Bond Projects, which the Grassroots group says remain far behind schedule.

JoAnn Fleming, Executive Director of Grassroots America, will provide a legislative update on key bills in the Texas Senate and explain how House Republicans’ actions have allowed Democrats to maintain influence over critical policy decisions.

Brett Rogers, a data analyst and information technology tool developer for Grassroots America, will demonstrate the organization’s new state government transparency tool, designed to offer the public greater insight into government operations.

The meeting will be held at the Holiday Inn Convention Center, located on 5701 S. Broadway Ave. in Tyler. There is a $12 fee for a buffet dinner and opens at 5:15 p.m. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will conclude at 8:30 p.m.

There is no fee needed to attend, and registration and membership are not required. The group encourages dining to help support local business and jobs.