On Monday, May 29, the Texas legislature concluded their session with a warning from House Speaker Dade Phelan- “don’t pack your bags just yet”. Sure enough, a few minutes later Governor Greg Abbott called a special session of the Texas legislature to address property taxes and issues at the border, two of the major goals that Texas lawmakers … [Read more...]
Texas Legislature Regular 88th Legislative Session: A Review of Accomplishments
State of Higher Education Recap: UTA & TCC Takes Higher Education Even Higher
What is a community without an education system that puts students first and helps them find all the avenues of success? The University of Texas at Arlington and Tarrant County College have prioritized student's education and safety from day one. They make sure their facilities are open to everyone, no matter their age, gender, race, or the … [Read more...]
Tarrant County Days at the Capitol in Austin: 88th Legislative Session Recap
Here at the Chamber, we are honored to advocate for you. Our Public Policy and Advocacy department works hard to support our key pillars to “amplify the voice of business.” Business opinions shared by the majority of Chamber members are identified and crafted into legislative agendas. Those agendas are communicated to legislators and members at … [Read more...]
IWL Professional Development 2023
The panel at the Inspired Women Luncheon Professional Development dove deep into what it means to "Lift as you Climb." Each panelist was able to share their unique career experiences of how they have benefitted their community as they climbed the ladder of success. Our returning moderator, Cindy Salter, interviewed this year's panelists: Judge … [Read more...]
2023 Inspired Women Luncheon Gives Light to Lifting as You Climb
Last Friday, we hosted our 12th annual Inspired Women’s Luncheon! The luncheon was started to celebrate and empower women in the Greater Arlington area. It is also an avenue to award Dr. Judith J. Carrier scholarship recipients. This year, the Alliance disbursed $19,000 in scholarships to women in universities and nursing … [Read more...]
Official Press Release: Governor Abbott Outlines Priorities For Texas’ Thriving Economy
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today outlined his economic priorities for the 88th Texas Legislative Session to meet our state's growing economic and population needs at the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce in North Texas. “Here in Texas, a small family business can aspire to employ hundreds of people and become leaders in their local … [Read more...]