Senate Committee on State Affairs

Committee Information

CHAIR

VICE-CHAIR

 

CLERK:
Victoria Ross

TEL:
(512) 463-0380

LOCATION:
Sam Houston Building, 380

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Interim Charges

  • Preventing Sharia Law in Texas: Only state and federal laws apply in Texas and “Sharia law” or other secondary judicial systems have no place in Texas. Make recommendations to ensure all Texans benefit from our laws and the protections of our state and federal constitutions and are never held under the heel of “Sharia law” anywhere in our state. Examine entities such as the proposed East Plano Islamic Center (“EPIC City”) development in Hunt and Collin counties. Determine whether EPIC City, its directors, or any associated entities are violating state or federal law. Evaluate large real estate acquisitions by entities such as the “Community Capital Partners” limited partnership. Make legislative recommendations that will protect Texans from housing discrimination and unscrupulous developers.