The Issue
In blood-red Texas, Democrats chair 12 House committees, burying conservative bills on choice and carry. HD 106 conservatives seethe as procedural tricks—quorum breaks, points of order—silence debate, like 2025’s stalled transparency vows under Speaker Burrows. Establishment donors prioritize power-sharing over primaries, leaving Denton families without wins on taxes or borders.
This insider game erodes trust, turning Austin into a swamp where HD 106’s voice drowns in backrooms.
Supporting Argument
Post-2024 speaker drama, no 89th ban passed; Democrat chairs killed choice for decades, watering bills via loopholes. Phelan’s re-appointments ignored RPT priorities, costing 10 key reforms. 2025 special sessions collapsed on quorum breaks, per reports.
Causes: Big-donor clubs fear voter revolt; unilateral speaker power entrenches it. Impacts: 20% bill burial rate for conservatives, per trackers; HD 106 loses on growth funding. Without public votes, betrayal festers, mocking Republican majorities.
What I Support
True leadership means Republican control—permanently. I’ll end the charade, ensuring committees reflect the base.
- Permanent ban on Democrat committee chairs; all Republican-led always.
- Strip Speaker of unilateral appointments; require public House votes on selections.
- Strengthen rules against bill burials and procedural ambushes—no loopholes.
- Guarantee transparent, open debate; quarterly ethics audits for compliance.
Why This Matters
Insider politics blocks HD 106 priorities—tax caps, school safety—betraying families who vote conservative. Businesses stall without reliable laws; trust evaporates, turnout drops 10%. Unfixed, it hands power to opponents, dooming Texas values.
Rick Abraham’s Approach
As a grassroots conservative, I will push for clear rules that ensure committees reflect the will of Republican voters. I support requiring public House votes on committee leadership, transparent decision-making, and accountability to the Republican platform. HD 106 deserves representation that works in the open and delivers results.
