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State Sen. Kirk Watson
Democrat
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Senate District 14 (Retired)
- Austin
First elected 2006
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About State Sen. Kirk Watson
Kirk Watson is an Attorney from Austin, Texas. He earned his BS Degree and JD from Baylor University. Senator Watson is former Mayor of Austin and he and his wife, Liz, have two children. Senator Watson has served in the Texas Senate 2007.
Senate District District 14
State Sen. Kirk Watson's Record
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SB 300: Reducing unfunded mandates on schools
Senate Journal Page: 717
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SB 16: Creating new environmental regulations and mandates
Senate Journal Page: 958
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SB 855: Creating new transportation taxes and fees
Senate Journal Page: 976
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SJR 52: Allowing counties to impose gas taxes and motor vehicle fees
Senate Journal Page: 1087
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SB 1123: Loosening standards for mesothelioma lawsuits
Senate Journal Page: 1100
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HB 873: Subsidies for the entertainment industry
Senate Journal Page: 1118
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SB 1071: Providing more transparency for state pension funds
Senate Journal Page: 1180
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SB 1569: Permanently changing UI to appease federal government and draw down one-time funds
Senate Journal Page: 1185
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SJR 48: Basing residential property taxes only on value as a residence
Senate Journal Page: 1453
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SB 841: Expanding Children's Health Insurance Program to 300% of poverty, $66,000 for a family of four
Senate Journal Page: 2072
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HB 300, Amendment 10 by Patrick: Removing gas taxes and fees from TxDOT re-authorization bill
Senate Journal Page: 2977
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HB 2559: Reforming the state employee pension system
Senate Journal Page: 3309
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HB 130: Creating a new, expanded Pre-K program
Senate Journal Page: 3972
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