From the Desk of Joanne Shofner
Back Home in East Texas: Community Highlights & District Updates
Rep. Joanne Shofner shares highlights from her time back in House District 11, including major community events, local celebrations, economic development updates, and recent wins for medical freedom. This edition captures her ongoing work to support East Texans and stay connected with the people she serves.
Special Session Legislative Update
Rep. Joanne Shofner recaps the special session, highlighting HB 25 on medical freedom, new school choice and accountability measures, pro-life protections, and faith-based legislation.
Legislative Wrap-Up: Session Highlights & Historic Wins
Rep. Joanne Shofner wraps up the 89th session with highlights on education funding, school choice, infrastructure investment, and property tax relief for Texans.
Legislative Update 7-Advancing Education, Health, and Community Values
Rep. Joanne Shofner highlights legislative efforts on education, health, and community recognition, including key bills and student engagement at the Capitol.
Legislative Update 6-Milestones and Momentum
Rep. Joanne Shofner highlights her first bill, pediatric healthcare legislation, the SFA Sylvans’ big win, SB 2’s signing, and her experience presiding in the House
Legislative Update 5: Defending Medical Freedom and Supporting Texas Educators
Rep. Joanne Shofner shares updates on medical freedom, honoring local heroes, and major victories for Texas teachers and public education.
Legislative Update 4-Celebrating Community and Championing Resolutions
Rep. Joanne Shofner shares district highlights, including laying out key resolutions, celebrating local milestones, and welcoming DJ, a young honorary Secret Service agent.
Legislative Update 3-Leading on the House Floor and Honoring President Trump
Rep. Joanne Shofner highlights her recent media coverage, including presiding over the House floor and filing a bill to rename I-35 in honor of President Trump.
Legislative Update 2- Fighting for Texas Values and School Choice
Rep. Joanne Shofner shares highlights from recent Capitol visits by national leaders and her support for HB 3, giving Texas parents more choice in their children’s education.
Legislative Update 1- Standing Strong for East Texas
Rep. Joanne Shofner shares her first legislative update, highlighting her visit to Fort Cavazos, rural healthcare efforts, Chamber Days at the Capitol, and support for East Texas agriculture and culture.