Senator Kirk Watson presented an overview of social issues facing Texas at CPC's Wednesday night program. Senator Watson was both direct and humorous in his presentation of issues and lessons that he learned growing up that lead him to prioritize education, jobs, and health care access among his priorities for social issues.
His comments were illuminating regarding the CHIP program for health care support to lower income children. From a business standpoint, every dollar the state spends generates $2.66 in additional spending all going to Local Texas Businesses (hospitals, doctors, clinics) who in turn will purchase goods and services from other businesses. Few business development plans can get such a return.
Senator Watson also discussed his involvement in trying to help Johnston High students and he is looking for ways to support at risk schools in the next legislative session.
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