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King Calls for Travel Ban

October 17, 2014

Representative Phil King (R-Weatherford) calls for an immediate ban on all commercial flights traveling from foreign destinations where Ebola is a crisis issue.

King Named National Chair for American Legislative Exchange Council

August 7, 2014

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.

King Responds to Local Arrest of Four-Time Deportee Arrested for Molesting 9-year-old

July 13, 2014

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.

Scam Alert

June 25, 2014

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.

Primary Runoff Election is Here!

May 27, 2014

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!

Early Voting Action Alert

May 19, 2014

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!

Representative Phil King named to the Joint Interim Committee to Study Water Desalination

April 3, 2014

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.

Early Voting Locations and Hours

February 17, 2014

Wise County and Parker County Early Voting Locations and Hours

Representative King presents Ornament Designed by Local Artist for Texas House Christmas Tree

December 16, 2013

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.

King Says “No” to Benefits For Same-Sex Couples in Texas National Guard

September 17, 2013

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).