Lawmakers Across the US Push for Ten Commandments in Public Schools!

This week the Texas State Senate passed SB 10 by Senator Phil King requiring the Ten Commandments be placed in public schools!

Jonathan Saenz, Attorney & President of Texas Values was recently interviewed by CBN regarding the issue saying, "If it's good enough for the Supreme Court to display in that courtroom it should be good enough for a public school classroom."

Coach Joe Kennedy, who won his case at the Supreme Court in 2022, is also featured in the CBN news episode. Watch the CBN News episode here.

Last Friday, the State Preservation Board finally responded to an inquiry by Representative Andy Hopper who sought an answer from the board regarding their policy on keeping men out of women's restrooms. 

“The State Preservation Board maintains public restrooms for visitors, state officials, and employees. All restrooms are clearly designated as “Men’s,” “Women’s,” or “Family Care.” An individual is expected to use the appropriate restroom corresponding with his or her biological sex.” Read their official policy here.

We must pass legislation this session to put an end to the erasure of women’s privacy and dignity.

Sign our policy and show your support if you agree that restrooms, locker rooms, domestic violence shelters, and sports should be separated by sex. 

Catch a Texas Values Report Bonus interview with Special Guest Claire Frugia who had an uncomfortable encounter with a man in the women's bathroom recently at the Austin State Capitol!

"I had that gut feeling that something was wrong…I felt extremely uncomfortable and unsafe." ~ Clarie Frugia

SB 33, by Senator Donna Campbell, will stop taxpayer dollars from being used to fund abortion travel and abortion logistical support.

Jonathan Saenz along with team members Jonathan Covey and Megan Benton testified in favor of SB 33 at the State Capitol yesterday. View their testimony's on our Facebook page.

"This bill and issue has been around for awhile in governments, particularly the city of Austin and others trying to find ways to avoid state law to funnel money to take the life and kill children." ~ Jonathan Saenz, Attorney & President for Texas Values

"The personhood of the unborn continues to be violated from using funds from taxpayers who vehemently disagree with such use." ~ Jonathan Covey, Policy Director for Texas Values

"SB 33 works to prohibit cities and counties from using taxpayer money to undermine the incredible progress that Texas has made on the issue." ~ Megan Benton, Strategic Policy Associate for Texas Values

The Texas Values Policy Team has been and will be at the State Capitol every day during the 2025 Legislative Session, testifying on our behalf.

Your contribution will go towards making an impact on our legislative priorities for the 89th Regular Session that began January 14, 2025.

Last week, in Irving Texas, over 200 concerned citizens showed up at Irving City Hall to voice their frustration with a zoning proposal that would allow a billion-dollar gambling corp. to build a casino in Texas!

While casinos are still illegal in Texas, big money lobbyists are trying to change that!

Texas Values had boots on the ground to ensure that your voice was heard. Megan Benton, Strategic Policy Associate for Texas Values testified at the meeting:

“Gambling often leads to financial ruin, placing stress on families and creating extra burdens. Gambling addiction is a real and present danger and it suffocates those who fall into the trap. It harms the mental health of the person affected leading to an increase in anxiety, depression, sleep issues, loss of productivity and financial stress.”

Learn more about this issue featured on FOX4 News.

The proposed HB 100 by Rep. Teri Leo Wilson, former SBOE member, would return the power back to the Texas State Board of Education to choose textbooks for public school students.

Mary Elizabeth Castle, Director of Government Relations for Texas Values was featured in a CBS Austin article after testifying in favor of HB 100.

"After months of living with this person…I couldn’t comprehend the fact that this wasn’t a woman.

We were lied to by the staff, by Blair, by the school, by the NCAA that just didn’t feel the need to inform the female athletes on the team that we were changing with a man. That’s just crazy to me!

Who controls and makes the rules for every single one of these schools conferences? It’s the NCAA!

There’s so much more that needs to happen, but also it’s so exciting to know that at least Texas has a good head on their shoulders and there’s so many amazing things happening in that state right now." ~ Brooke Slusser

Her segment is available to view on our YouTube Channel and our Facebook page. 

Catch the weekly Texas Values Report at any time, day or night, and on additional podcast sites: Facebook, Apple, iHeartRadio, SoundCloud, Spotify, TuneIn, YouTube, The Bridge Austin.

Join us on Facebook Live each Friday afternoon to hear from the Texas Values Policy Team as they give an update on what happened each week, during the 89th Legislative Session, at the Texas State Capitol.

Click on image above to watch today's update.

ICYMI: Watch last Friday's update, In Case You Missed It, on testimonies given by the team in support of the 'Coach Kennedy' Bill, the Texas 10 Commandments Bill, and several other Religious Liberty bills.  

One of our most effective tools in helping citizens become active and engaged is our Texas Legislative Guide. This guide is a powerful tool that informs and empowers Texans on how to contact their elected officials. It provides a large amount of useful information, including:

Get the 2025-26 Texas Legislative Guide and booklet. Or, view online here.

Looking for a speaker with expertise on the legislative process and the latest updates?

Our speakers are happy to come to your church, civic group, or political organization to update you on new bills / laws passed and policy updates for Texas! Let us know how one of our speakers can make your next event a memorable and informative one by contacting us here.

Texas Values is looking for a passionate & motivated college student or recent graduate to join our Policy Team in our Capitol office! Gain valuable experience in legislative work, public policy, and advocacy while making a difference for faith, family, and freedom in Texas.

Learn more about the position and what happens during a Texas Values internship from two of our 2023 summer interns: Greg McCarthy, who recently became a Texas licensed attorney, and Megan Benton, who is now working full time as Strategic Policy Associate for Texas Values! 

Apply today by emailing [email protected] and be a part of our mission!

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Eagle Peak Shooting Range is nestled in the hill country northwest of Austin, and is located at 20026 Lindeman Ln, Leander, 78641.

Garland Public Shooting Range is northeast of Dallas, and is located at 2606 Pleasant Valley Rd, Garland, 75040.

Both shooting ranges are open 10AM - 6PM, EVERY day, Monday-Sunday, every holiday, every single day.

Visit eaglepeakshootingrange.com to support our good friend Jim Day; owner of shooting ranges, who shares your values.

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