Frank Pomeroy

Education

We should give parents who cannot afford private school the opportunity to choose, either by voucher or charter school, to send their children to be educated where they deem the best opportunities are offered - such as schools that teach theories equally and without political bias, where their children can truly exercise an open mind and seek out knowledge rather than being indoctrinated by the political agendas of one specific institution. We should be bringing the free market, and the increased competition and performance that comes with it, to the educational system in Texas. Learn more

Guns

As a Second Amendment advocate, I cannot think of any specific gun control measure on the table that I would support, but I am open to having dialogue with fellow legislators about workable policies that respect law-abiding citizens' rights to legally owned firearms. Learn more

I believe that the only restrictions that should be in place are those that keep firearms out of the hands of those who have been convicted of: committing violent acts against others, making criminal threats of violence, gun-related crimes or other felonies, or adjudicated as mentally unstable - all of which while respecting the right to due process. Learn more

Healthcare

I will fight to bring more competition in the insurance industry to Texas, increased access, and lower costs with every tool in the state legislature's power. Learn more

Immigration

I commit to doing all I can to support cutting-edge science and technology programs to protect the southwest border, through effective, modern day law enforcement methods and giving our fine men and women in uniform what they need to accomplish their mission. Learn more

Taxes / Budget

I would like to sit and discuss with lawmakers what would be the best way to lower taxes on all constituents however also realizing that it takes funds to supply services. I have read the latest and final version of the bill passed in the last legislative session titled the Texas Property Tax Reform and Transparency Act, and it appears to have several provisions intended to add flexibility around the reduced election trigger. If signed into law, the measure would require cities, counties and other taxing units to receive voter approval before raising 3.5% more property tax revenue than the previous year. Community colleges and hospital districts will need to hold an election before surpassing 8% property tax revenue growth. These are all good steps, however more could possibly be done. If elected to office where all information is made known, possibly we can come together on more savings passed on to the taxpayer. Learn more