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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 28

Republicans claim their bill is meant to protect women, but they can’t answer how it would protect women who might be mistaken for men in public or address the potential for “bathroom police” to harass women.

They dodge the tough questions!

Watch House Democrats hold them accountable.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 26

We stand here today because of the strength, vision, and fight of women. Today, on Women's Equality Day, we celebrate the generations of women who came before us, who sacrificed all they could, with faith that future generations would live in a more equal world. 👏💗

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 22

Republicans ended testimony early, though hundreds showed up and registered against SB 8 and HB 7. So, @donnahoward and I are hosting a “People’s Hearing” in the TX Capitol Auditorium. Right now.

Please know that we are listening, and we are here to fight for you.

I strongly oppose SB8.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 21

“We will keep telling the truth. We will keep calling out injustice. And we will remember what you do here today—because history will remember it, too.

I oppose this map. I oppose this process. And I oppose what it says about the value of Latino lives in the state of Texas.”

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 20

HB4, the racially motivated congressional districts that Trump ordered Abbott and the Texas legislature to produce, is on the floor of the House today! Instead of the flood relief we were promised, we're fighting fascism from the House chamber. This fight isn't over.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 20

I was proud to stand with my friend @NicoleCollier95 earlier this afternoon.

Republicans want to illegally and unconstitutionally surveil us.

Thanks to Nicole, we will fight this.👏

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 18

As a Texas House Democrat, we prioritize the needs of the people, not unconstitutional power grabs by billionaire criminals.

Read my full statement about today's House floor activity here:

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 15

Today, we've been called back for a second sham special session to ram through Trump's racist maps.

Simultaneously, the Senate is rushing consideration of anti-trans, anti-woman, & anti-veteran bills.

Texas Republicans are going to great lengths to usher in fascism.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 14

Thank you for your support in this fight! Please know that we are working, we are listening, and we hear you. We are committed to holding the line in the name of democracy! Abbott and Trump can threaten me all they want, but I will not allow them to silence you! 👏

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 12

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome back, Dallas ISD and Grand Prairie ISD students and families!

I can't wait to see the incredible things you ALL will accomplish this year. ¡Con ganas! Let's make this school year the best one yet. Good luck, HD104! ¡Sí se puede!

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 7

I'll say it again: We work for Texans, not Greg Abbott or Donald Trump. These rigged Republican maps are their cheat code to victory and we will not stand by and let this happen.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 6

"No weapon formed against me shall prosper."

We are safe, secure, undeterred, and united.

On this 6Oth anniversary of the signing of the Voting Rights Act, we are staying strong, together.

Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 6

I’m in Illinois working for you, just like always, HD 104.

They want to arrest me and my colleagues, but I’ve got news for them: I don’t scare easy.

We won’t be pushed around by Trump, Greg Abbott, or the legislators pushing the rigged, racist maps that silence the voices of millions.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Aug 2

Yesterday, Kim Batchelor drove from Dallas to testify but was denied due to Capitol technological issues. The committee's failure to accommodate her shows how little Texas House Republicans value the voices of our neighbors. I urge to watch her testimony and hear her opposition to HB4.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jul 31

Texas Republicans are rushing through new congressional maps that divide minority communities to dilute their voting power.

This racial gerrymandering impacts every Texan.

Join us and speak up: Texas Capitol, Aug 1, 10AM.
Or visit RIGGEDREDISTRICTING.COM

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jul 30

This process has been a sham, even going back to June when the rumor of a special session on maps was first reported.

This map is a disgrace to all Texans, drawn to silence voices of Brown and Black Texans, and shield Epstein’s best pal Trump from accountability.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jul 23

This morning, our team joined TXU Energy to help distribute A/Cs, box fans, groceries, and other essential resources to our neighbors. Thank you TXU Energy & Tyler Street Church for helping our community stay safe. I am proud to represent HD104, a district built on trust and community. 🤍

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jul 22

Thanks to @txuenergy for helping our neighbors beat the heat! Tomorrow, TXU Energy will be distributing 100 free window unit A/Cs and 50 box fans at Tyler Street Church. This is a great opportunity to pick up a window unit or box fan, and visit with other resources in HD 104!👏

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jul 15

I am proud to have filed H.B. 38 in preparation for the upcoming special session of our legislature. H.B. 38 is a comprehensive nondiscrimination bill that would codify equal protection for the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans in employment, housing, and public accommodations.👏

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jul 10

Thank you @texasaflcio.bsky.social for naming me a Texas Labor Champion, as I earned a 100% on their 2025 Pro-Worker Scorecard! I'm proud to stand with Texas’ workers and their families. I promise that my support of the labor movement will never waiver, and you will always have a friend in me.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jul 10

This Saturday, from 9 AM to 1 PM, is the El Barrio Cup! ⚽️ Come and enjoy some FREE family fun! 👏 We're excited to help promote this event, but please note that we are not the event hosts. Come out and support the community!

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jul 1

As long as the Texas House is a body that rubber stamps Trump's billionaire-backed agenda, I'm going to continue fighting back for House District 104.

I'm running for re-election so my constituents have a trusted fighter working for them in the Texas Capitol.✊

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jun 30

As Pride Month comes to a close, I want to remind every person in HD 104 that you are loved, seen, and valued. Regardless of what our Governor claims, you are who you are, and he can never take that away. Thank you, for your trust and the opportunity to serve our community.
Happy Pride! 🌈🫶

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jun 30

Greg Abbott vetoed Summer EBT, leaving 3.8 million Texas children at risk of hunger this summer.

Feeding Texas is stepping up where Abbott won't. Texas kids can access free summer meals, no ID or application needed.

Text FOOD to 304-304 to find meal sites near you.

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Jessica González @jessicafortexas.bsky.social · Jun 27

I am beyond lucky to spend tonight in Dallas with my compadres of the Dallas Rainbow Council of LULAC. Council #4871 was active during the 89th Session and continues to be an inspiration. I’m honored to brief them on what was the most brutal legislative session our comunidad has ever faced.

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