Don’t confuse them with Washington senators. A Texas State Senator doesn’t deal with foreign wars or national debt. They deal with bingo regulations and whether you can own a kangaroo. (In Texas, you can, but only with a permit.)
They also work in a building that smells like old wood and democracy. The Capitol is taller than the U.S. Capitol—because Texas has to be extra. Every day, they walk past a portrait of Sam Houston, who probably would’ve made a great comedian.
And here’s the best part: you can call them. Their phone numbers are public. You can literally call your senator and say, “Hey, my street needs a speed bump.” They might not fix it by dinner, but they’ll listen. That’s rare in life.
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Think about the last time you bought gas, parked your car, or complained about property taxes. A Texas State Senator probably had a hand in all of that. They set the rules for gas stations, parking meters, and how much you pay for your ranch house.
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They also decide if your kid learns cursive or coding in school. Or both, if you’re lucky. Their votes shape your mornings, your commutes, and your weekends at the lake. That’s power, my friend.
And yet, they almost never get thanked. They get yelled at for potholes, blamed for traffic, and ignored when they pass a law that actually works. It’s a thankless job—except when they show up at your block party with free hot dogs.
