Join us as we advocate for policies that create pathways to success and drive meaningful change locally in education, economic mobility, and health & mental health. Your voice matters, and your vote has power. Make it count in every election. Together, we can build a stronger Denton County where everyone has the chance to thrive.
ALL EYES ON AUSTIN
Wednesday Webinar Series
Noon - 1 p.m. CT
Free to Attend
United Way of Denton County, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, and United Way of Tarrant County are hosting a special three-part policy briefing series to get North Texas ready for the 90th Texas Legislative Session.
Each one-hour webinar brings together expert panelists to lead discussions on important challenge facing the entire North Texas region.
Join us for one, two, or all three sessions. It's free to attend, and you can submit a questions for the panel when you register.
10/14
Education & Workforce
Building Talent Pathways
- Workforce Readiness
- Credentials & upskilling
- Higher education pathways
- Economic mobility
10/21
FOOD SECURITY
Food Security & the Regional Economy
- SNAP & nutrition programs
- Family stability
- Workforce participation
- Economic impact
10/28
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Closing the Behavioral Health Gap
- Mental health access
- Community-based care
- Jail diversion
- Funding & workforce solutions
Your vote is your voice. Every election is an opportunity to help shape the future of Denton County and support the issues that matter most to you, your family, and your community. When we all participate, we build a stronger community together. United is The Way.
Effective advocacy starts with knowing who represents you. Find your local, state, and federal elected officials below, then click on each representative to learn more about their committee roles and how to contact their offices so you're ready to make your voice heard when it matters.
Lasting change doesn't happen alone. That's why we work with nonprofits, businesses, and community leaders across Denton County to advocate for solutions that strengthen our community. We want your voice to be part of that effort. Explore our advocacy priorities below.
🗓️ Important Dates:
November 9, 2026: Bill pre-filing opens
January 12, 2027: First day of the regular session (convenes at noon)
February 24, 2027: United Ways of Texas Days at the Capitol
March 3-4, 2027: Denton County Days at the Capitol
March 12, 2027: Deadline to file bills
May 31, 2027: Sine die | Final Day
"Sine die"
/sin-ah dee-ah (noun)
Latin phrase meaning "without day," used historically and today to signal the final adjournment of a legislative session or court case without setting a date to return. Originating in ancient Roman legal and governance traditions, the term passed into parliamentary procedure to describe an indefinite closing of business.
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