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For Immediate Release –
August 7, 2014King Named National Chair for American Legislative Exchange Council

AUSTIN — State Representative Phil King has been named next year’s national chair of the American Legislative Exchange Council, an assignment that will put the Weatherford Republican atop one of most influential national groups focused on state policy.

To view the announcement, CLICK HERE.

State Representative Phil King House District 61

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For Immediate Release –

July 13, 2014

The following statement can be attributed to State Representative Phil King (R-Weatherford):

“Earlier this afternoon I received a call from Parker County Sheriff Larry Fowler regarding the sexual assault of a nine year old girl. It is inconceivable that a man who has been deported four times is back in our country to assault a child after breaking into her home. What is it that Washington, DC does not understand about the need to secure our border against criminals? As a former police officer, I can assure you this crime would have never occurred if our border had been properly secured, preventing his reentry after deportation.”

Click HERE to view the Press Release from the office of Sheriff Larry Fowler.

Consumer Warning:

Scammers Mimic Electric Companies, Threaten to Cut Electricity During Summer Heat to Get Your Personal Financial Information
Consumers in doubt should call electric companies directly to verify account status; avoid giving financial or personal information to unsolicited callers or emailers

AUSTIN — In response to a scam affecting consumers cross Texas, members of the Association of Electric Companies of Texas (AECT) are warning consumers of unsolicited calls and emails that threaten to cut off electricity to consumers who don’t share personal information like bank accounts or Social Security numbers.

The scammers do not have the ability to cut electric service, but consumers may be more vulnerable to the possibility of service interruptions during the summer, when the prospect of losing electric service becomes more serious due to the heat.

“Service reliability is vital in the electric industry, and electric companies take their obligations to their customers seriously,” said John Fainter, president and CEO of the Association of Electric Companies of Texas. “We regard any efforts to undermine our reputations as significant threats. Law enforcement officials, electric companies and consumer organizations are diligently investigating these scams, and want to alert customers to stay vigilant this summer and beyond.”

Reminders for consumers:

• Electricity customers should never provide Social Security numbers, credit card numbers or bank account information to anyone who requests them during unsolicited phone calls, from emails, etc.
• If you are ever in doubt about a call concerning your electricity account status, especially one that threatens to disconnect your service, hang up and call the number on your electric bill to check your account status yourself.
• Other red flags include a threat that your service may be terminated suddenly when you haven’t received any other warnings, or being contacted by a company that doesn’t normally send you electric bills.

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Today is Election Day for the Primary Runoff and the last day for your voice to be heard. Encourage your spouse, family, and friends to cast their vote. With numerous important statewide races and an election with low voter turnout, your vote carries more weight than ever!

Statewide Races on the Republican Ballot include:

Lt. Governor
Dan Patrick
David Dewhurst

Attorney General
Ken Paxton
Dan Branch

Commissioner of Agriculture
Sid Miller
Tommy Merritt

Railroad Commissioner
Wayne Christian
Ryan Sitton

To view local races on your ballot in Parker County, please click HERE.

Don’t forget you will need to vote in your neighborhood precinct polling location. Polls are open from 7 am – 7 pm.

Voting locations are:

Parker County

7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

To view your precincts Election Day polling location, click HERE.

Wise County

7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Commissioner 1 pcts 1-2-3-4-5-6-22 – Decatur City Hall

Commissioner 2 pcts 7-8-9-10-11-12-18-19 – Assumption Catholic Church

Commissioner 3 pcts 20-23-24-25-27- Boyd Community Center

Commissioner 4 pct 13-14-15-16-17 – Bridgeport High School

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Early Voting starts today and runs through Friday, May 23rd. Early voting locations are now open in Parker and Wise counties. With numerous important statewide and local races yet to be determined, every vote counts!

Early voting locations are:

Parker County

7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, May 19-23.

Parker County Annex, 112 Santa Fe Dr.;
Springtown City Hall, 102 East 2nd St.;
Peaster Fire Department, 221 Judd Street;
Willow Park Municipal Building, 516 Ranch House Road;
Aledo Community Center, 104 Robinson Ct.;
Old Brock ISD Admin. Building, 100 Grindstone; and
Azle Masonic Lodge, 257 W. Main St.

Wise County

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, May 19 – May 23.

Decatur City Hall, 201 E. Walnut St.;
Rhome City Hall, 105 1st St.; and
Bridgeport Law Enforcement Center, 1000 Thompson St.

Statewide Races on the Republican Ballot include:

Lt. Governor
Dan Patrick
David Dewhurst

Attorney General
Ken Paxton
Dan Branch

Commissioner of Agriculture
Sid Miller
Tommy Merritt

Railroad Commissioner
Wayne Christian
Ryan Sitton

To view local races on your ballot in Parker County, please click HERE.

Contact Information:
(817) 381-8282

AUSTIN, TX – State Representative Phil King (R-Weatherford) was named to the Joint Interim Committee to Study Water Desalination. The committee is charged with examining the status of seawater and groundwater desalination in Texas, as well as ways that expanded use of desalinated water could help meet Texas’ needs.

“Water continues to remain a top priority for Texas and for our community,” King stated. “Looking at alternative solutions to address our future water needs is critical for ensuring a strong Texas economy.”

During the 83rd Legislative Session, HB 4 was passed and signed into law by Governor Perry. This legislation established the SWIFT account to pay for needed water supply and conservation projects across Texas. Last November, Texans voted by a three-to-one margin to dedicate funding for those projects in the Texas Constitution.

The appointees will work to ensure that efforts to improve the state’s water supply are properly and effectively implemented. They will also help the full House prepare to address water matters in the next legislative session, which begins in January 2015.

Contact Information:
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Wise County and Parker County Early Voting Locations and Hours

Early Voting Dates: February 18 – February 28, 2014
Primary Election Day: March 4, 2014

For Wise County:

8:00 am – 5:00 pm – WEEKDAYS

Decatur City Hall, 201 E Walnut, Decatur, TX
Rhome City Hall, 105 1st Street, Rhome, TX
Bridgeport Law Enforcement, 1000 Thompson Street, Bridgeport, TX

Walmart, 800 S US HWY 81-287, Decatur, TX (ONLY – Saturday, February 22 – 9:00am – 6:00pm)

For Parker County:

Locations:
Parker County Courthouse Annex, 112 Santa Fe Dr., Weatherford, TX
Springtown City Hall, 102 E 2nd St., Springtown, TX
Willow Park Municipal, 516 Ranch House Rd., Willow Park, TX
Peaster Fire Department, 221 Judd St., Peaster, TX
Azle Masonic Lodge, 257 W Main St., Azle, TX
Aledo Community Center, 114 Robinson Ct., Aledo, TX
Old Brock ISD Admin. Building, 100 Grindstone Road, Brock, TX

Hours:
Tuesday, February 18 – Friday, February 21: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, February 22: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday, February 23: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Monday, February 24 – Friday, February 28: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

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AUSTIN – To celebrate Christmas at the Texas Capitol, Representative Phil King (R-Weatherford) presented a special ornament from District 61 that is displayed on the Lone Star Celebration Christmas Tree in the House Chamber at the Texas State Capitol.

Melanie Singleton, a local artist and owner of Singleton Art Studio in Bridgeport, designed this year’s ornament that depicts an interpretation of peach blossoms and pecans that are an important asset to the rural landscape of District 61, which includes Wise and Parker counties.

“I am privileged to submit this true piece of art on behalf of District 61, King stated.” Having Melanie as the artist for the district ornament is an incredible opportunity for both her and our district. It is with great honor to share a piece of our history with thousands of visitors who will travel to Austin this holiday season to visit their State Capitol and view the Lone Star Celebration Christmas Tree.”

The district ornament project was initiated in 2009 to give all of the unique Texas communities a place on the Lone Star Celebration Christmas Tree in the Chamber of the Texas House of Representatives. The ornaments were placed on the tree on December 6, 2013, and will hang through January 2, 2014. The story of each ornament is displayed in an album in the House Chamber so that visitors to the Capitol may learn each ornament’s story.

The album may also be viewed online at: http://www.house.state.tx.us/resources/holiday-ornaments/

Contact Information:
(817) 381-8282

AUSTIN, TX – Last week, State Representative Phil King signed a letter submitted by the Texas Conservative Coalition to Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott supporting Texas Adjutant General John Nichols in his decision to withhold state benefits to same-sex couples who serve in the Texas Military Forces (TXMF).

“The Texas Constitution recognizes only a union between one man and one woman as a lawful marriage,” King stated. “I support and applaud General Nichols in his position to withhold state benefits from same-sex couples who serve in the Texas Military Forces and for upholding our Texas Constitution.”

Recently, United State Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced his directive to extend family and partner benefits to same-sex couples for active US military personnel due to the U.S. Supreme Court decision that found Section II of the federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) unconstitutional. While TXMF is a state agency that is under federal authority in limited and well-defined circumstances, per the state constitution, the Adjutant General is bound by oath and duty to uphold laws in the State of Texas. Offering state benefits to same-sex couples who serve in the TXMF would be a direct violation of the Texas Constitution and Texas State Law.

A letter to Attorney General Greg Abbott, signed by Representative King and 48 other legislators, asks that the Attorney General issue an opinion in support of the Texas Constitution, which prohibits state agencies – specifically the Texas Military Forces – from recognizing same-sex marriage.

A copy of the Texas Conservative Coalition letter can be found at HERE.

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AUSTIN – Today, State Representative Phil King (R-Weatherford) announced that he will seek re-election in the Texas House of Representatives. A proven leader for Parker and Wise counties, King serves as State Representative for Texas House District 61.

“It has been the honor of my life to serve the people of District 61 in the Texas House of Representatives,” King stated, “I have spent my tenure in office fighting for limited government, individual liberty, free enterprise and traditional values. I will continue to fight for these principles that are so critical to our district, to Texas and to our nation.”

King currently serves as a member of the Energy Resources and Pensions committees. He also serves on the board of directors for the American Legislative Exchange Council, the Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute, and as vice-chair of the Texas Legislative Tea Party Caucus.

King is a practicing attorney with the firm of Eggleston Flowers & King. Representative King and his family are longtime members of Trinity Bible Church. Phil and his wife Terry are the proud parents of six children, four granddaughters and four grandsons.

King will appear as a candidate on the 2014 Republican Primary ballot. The Texas primary election date is set for March 4th, 2014.