Walle named to key House committees

State Rep. Armando Walle

AUSTIN – Last week, State Representative Armando Walle (D-Houston) was appointed to serve on three key committees for the 81st Legislative Session. Rep. Walle was named to the House Committee on Urban Affairs, the House Committee on Human Services, and the House Committee on Rules & Resolutions.

“It is an honor and a privilege to be asked to serve on these three House Committees,” said Rep. Walle. “These committee assignments will allow me to work closely on issues that affect my constituents.”

“The Human Services Committee oversees the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, including the valuable Children’s Health Insurance Program,” said Rep. Walle. “As a member of the Human Services Committee, I look forward to working to expand the Children’s Health Insurance Program, which provides low-cost health insurance to children of working families.”

“In selecting Representative Walle for these committees, I considered his wisdom, experience and proven ability to provide new, dynamic leadership and offer fresh ideas,” said House Speaker Joe Straus. “We are fortunate to have Representative Walle as a member of these important committees.”

Rep. Walle explained that thousands of pieces of legislation will be considered by the Legislature this session, and the committee process closely analyzes legislation before Representatives vote on bills on the House Floor. Taking an active role as a committee member enables him to have greater input on a large number of bills covering a wide range of issues.

Rep. Walle represents House District 140, which includes parts of Houston and unincorporated areas of Harris County. Rep. Walle encourages constituents to contact his office on this or any other issue by phone at (512) 463-0924, by e-mail at Armando.Walle@house.state.tx.us, or by visiting the Texas House of Representatives website at www.house.state.tx.us.