WHEREAS, Texans will vote on fourteen proposals to amend the Texas Constitution in the November 7, 2023 election; and WHEREAS, the fiscal impact of these proposals totals at least $24.3 billion; and WHEREAS, the Republican Party of Texas (RPT) supports the ultimate elimination of property taxes through Plank #90, the “Axe the Property Tax” plank, … Read more

WHEREAS, the Republican National Committee (RNC) adopted a “Resolution Urging a ‘Return to Excellence’ in Voting and Elections” during the RNC Summer 2023 Meeting; and WHEREAS, the Republican Party of Texas declares our opposition to voting manipulation schemes and seeks to return to the functional and historic balloting and polling experience that Texans understand, appreciate, … Read more

WHEREAS, due process and the rule of law are the very foundation of our republic and necessary to the proper functioning of a free society, without which we become nothing more than a banana republic; and WHEREAS, the Texas Senate voted to acquit Attorney General Ken Paxton on all 16 articles of impeachment that were … Read more

Austin, TX, Release: September 27, 2023 — For Immediate Release The Republican Party of Texas is distraught to learn of the tragic passing of Grace Jones. Grace served as the State Republican Executive Committee (SREC) Woman for District 20, among many other positions. Matt Rinaldi, Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, said, “Words are difficult … Read more

WHEREAS, the development of Colony Ridge near Plum Grove in Liberty County, Texas has grown to an estimated 50,000 to 75,000 inhabitants and spans over 60 square miles; and WHEREAS, plots of land in this neighborhood are advertised in Spanish through international communication channels, and the developer allows for illegal aliens to obtain loans to … Read more

WHEREAS, the Republican Party of Texas has for generations proudly stood for economic opportunity, personal responsibility, individual property rights, self-defense rights, and traditional values and principles; and WHEREAS, Dallas Mayor Eric Lynn Johnson has notably advocated for property tax cuts so that Texas families can keep more of their hard-earned income; and WHEREAS, Mayor Johnson, … Read more

WHEREAS, Texas House Speaker Matthew McDade “Dade” Phelan voted for the impeachment of Attorney General Warren Kenneth Paxton, Jr., and through his leadership team pressured other House members to vote for the impeachment as well, and Speaker Phelan continues to defend this action despite the weaknesses of the case, which were demonstrated in the Senate … Read more

Austin, TX, Release: August 28, 2023 — For Immediate Release Matt Rinaldi, Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, appointed Micah Cavanaugh as Political Director today. Micah replaces Chad Shoemake, who has departed for other ventures. Micah brings over a decade of Capitol experience both in Austin and Washington D.C., to the Party. He has previously … Read more

Austin, TX, Release: August 25, 2023 — For Immediate Release Today the Republican Nation Committee selected Houston to host the 2028 Republican National Convention. Matt Rinaldi, Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas said “We are proud to welcome the Republican National Committee and Republican delegates from across the country to the most important and largest … Read more

Austin, TX, Release: August 8, 2023 — For Immediate Release The Republican Party of Texas announced Jen Hall as their new Executive Director today, who will replace John Beckmeyer on his departure to be the City Manager for Odessa. Matt Rinaldi, Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas said, “John Beckmeyer has done a spectacular job … Read more