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APRIL 2024

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Early Voting in Uniform Election Begins Tomorrow!

Election includes local, non-partisan races such as city officials, MUD districts, school boards, and the county appraisal board.

Conservatives made great strides in the Texas Primary Election, but many voters are unaware that Early Voting in a key local election begins tomorrow. The Uniform Election is when local political subdivisions, such as cities, school districts, and water districts, have their regular general elections for members of their governing bodies.

Local boards and councils decide how much tax to collect and how that money will be spent. School districts decide what your children and grandchildren will be taught or exposed to in the school setting. Some Municipal Utility District (MUD) boards are stacked with representation from big development companies and have little or no citizen representation.

Meanwhile, the Texas Democrat Party's Project LIFT is focused on getting candidates elected in these local, non-partisan races so they can "govern in a way that promotes Democratic Party values."

This is typically a low-turnout election, so your individual vote can make a big impact on the election results. By heading to the polls, you can influence the direction of Montgomery County! We encourage you to choose a day to vote and add it to your calendar today so you can help elect Conservative Republicans to these important local offices.

Uniform/Joint Election

Early Voting

April 22-27, 8am-5pm

April 29-30, 7am-7pm

During the Early Voting period, any qualified Montgomery County registered voter may vote at any one of the Uniform Election Early Voting Locations.

Election Day

May 4, 7am - 7pm

On Election Day, voters must vote at the location designated for the precinct where they are registered to vote. View Uniform Election Day Voting Locations.

The deadline to register to vote in the Uniform Election was April 4.

Voter Information

New County Appraisal District Board Elections

The May 4th Uniform Election will be voters' first opportunity to elect representatives to the Montgomery County Appraisal District Board of Directors. Until now, the board consisted of the county tax assessor-collector and five other members appointed by the taxing units that participate in the district in the manner prescribed by Section 6.03 of the Tax Code. This will be the first time voters will have a direct voice in selecting representatives to advocate for them on the board.

More About MUD Elections

Some voters will have the opportunity to vote in Municipal Utility District (MUD) board elections during the May 4th Uniform Election. MUDs are taxing entities with notoriously low turn-out elections. Your vote could be the deciding factor in who is making decisions on your behalf!

Many MUD elections are conducted by the individual MUD district instead of Montgomery County Elections; therefore, they will not be included on your Uniform Election ballot. If you are in a MUD district but don't see a MUD board race listed on your personal sample ballot, it is very important to contact your MUD directly to make sure you don't miss out on electing your MUD board representatives.

Primary Runoff (Sheriff) Election

Early Voting

May 20-24, 7am-7pm

During the Early Voting period, any qualified Montgomery County registered voter may vote at any one of the Sheriff Runoff Early Voting Locations.

Election Day

May 28, 7am-7pm

On Election Day, voters must vote at the location designated for the precinct where they are registered to vote. View Sheriff Runoff Election Day Locations.

The deadline to register to vote in the Sheriff Runoff Election is April 29.

Voter Information

Addressing Claims Made by Candidates in the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Race

On May 28, Montgomery County will decide whether incumbent Sheriff Rand Henderson or challenger, Captain Wesley Doolittle, will be the Sheriff of Montgomery County for the next four years. Early voting will be held May 20-24.

Several concerning claims have been made on the campaign trail regarding 911 statistics, crime statistics, and other important issues. We researched these claims and present our findings in the article linked below. In this time of extreme government overreach, it is important for voters to do their due diligence in order to make the right choice for Montgomery County Sheriff.

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May 11th Crawfish Boil Celebrating Freedom, Faith, Family, & Friends!

Bring the whole family for a fun celebration with live music, food, and activities for all ages. This will be a community event where you can learn more about local Conservative Organizations and the values we all share.

The event is free and open to the public with food and activities available for purchase, including Crawfish Plates:

$35 - Individual plate (2 lbs. of crawfish)
$60 - Couple (2 lbs. of crawfish each)
$20 - Child, 14 years and under (1 lb. of crawfish)

Sponsorships are available and proceeds will help fund our new party headquarters. We hope to see you there!

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Join the Montgomery County Republican Party for a Swearing-in Ceremony and Armor of God Prayer Event

Tuesday, June 18, 7-8pm, will be a special evening as the Montgomery County Republican Party will be holding a Swearing-in Ceremony and our 2nd Annual Armor of God Prayer Event at Grace Woodlands Church.

All newly elected Precinct Chairs and the newly elected Chairwoman, Gwen Withrow, will be ceremonially sworn into their new offices, which officially begin on June 22. Speakers will be on hand to encourage our new office holders to be successful and loyal servants to God and country as they embark on a new biennium.

Join us in prayer and song as we pray over the next two years, and unite to pray Ephesians 6:11-18 over our elected officials to help ensure that they are wearing the full armor of God. Watch the calendar event for details about schedule and speakers presenting.

Welcome New Precinct Chairs!

Justice Jay Wright swore in four Precinct Chairs at the April County Executive Committee (CEC) meeting (from left to right):

Precinct 106 Chair, Lonna Horde (Montgomery)
Precinct 80 Chair, Richard VonRoble (Spring)
Precinct 73 Chair, Rik Van den Berg (Conroe)
Precinct 108 Chair, Graham Church (Conroe)

Lonna Hord explained that she ran for Precinct Chair because she wanted to increase conservative voter turnout in Montgomery County. "I was concerned Montgomery County was turning blue, so I got involved."

Richard VonRoble said that his favorite thing so far about becoming a Precinct Chair is "learning that there are so many people like us who put God, Family, and Country first. Now we have to put that in practice to save our Country from the bottom up."

Congratulations to each of these amazing individuals and thank you to all of our Precinct Chairs for your hard work defending our freedoms!

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Copier-Gate: Incompetence or Malice?

A collection agency is threatening litigation against the local Republican Party to enforce the terms of Chairman Bryan Christ’s breached copier contract.

Chairman Christ has been served notice at his place of residence that the copier company is seeking to collect the money for the lease, but according to the collection agency, Chairman Christ is not responding.

Although Chairman Christ claims he does not have the funds to fulfill his obligations under the copier lease, Texas Ethics Commission (TEC) reports indicate otherwise.

Montgomery County Adopts Citizen Review Policy for Public Library Books

Montgomery County has a new public library book Reconsideration Policy that provides citizens the opportunity to have more input in what is appropriate for children and young adults. Previously, librarians were provided no oversight and presumably made content decisions based on their own personal views.

Conservatives attended the March 26th Commissioners Court wearing red shirts to show support for the new policy, presented by County Judge Mark Keough and Commissioner Robert Walker. Commissioner James Noack was not present and Commissioner Riley was the only "no" vote.

Conroe ISD Refuses to Remove Book Supporting Gender Fluidity in Children

On April 16, Conservatives attended the Conroe ISD Board of Trustees Meeting in droves to show that the community does not agree with allowing books that normalize gender affirming surgeries and hormone blockers for minors. In question was the book, Lily and Dunkin, by Donna Gephart. This book currently is available to 7th through 12th graders in CISD school libraries.

Twenty-three community members testified to a standing-room-only crowd for removal of the book from CISD school libraries, including two courageous detransitioners who explained the harmful side effects they are facing. Trustee Theresa Wagaman left the board meeting during a break just before the hearing, leaving six participating board members. The final vote was tied at 3 for removal and 3 against, resulting in no action taken, meaning that the book will remain in CISD libraries.

✯ State Convention

Attention Delegates - Convention Registration

An email was sent from the Republican Party of Texas to State Convention delegates on April 10. The email contains links to register for the convention and reserve a hotel room. Be sure to check your spam folder to make sure you receive this and other important emails from the Republican Party of Texas Convention Committee. If you haven’t received the email, you can register for the State Convention on the Republican Party of Texas website.

Convention Information

May 9th Convention Delegates Training

Don't miss our training for those elected as delegates and alternates to the State Convention! You’ll learn what to expect at the convention, how to prepare to be an effective delegate, and how to get ready to vote on Legislative Priorities and other important issues. Attorney Maureen Ball will be leading the session.

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✯ Texas

Representative Steve Toth and Other Conservative Representatives Announce "Contract with Texas"

A group of Conservative Republican Representatives in the Texas House have introduced the “Contract with Texas,” a letter calling for the next Speaker of the House to implement 12 reforms “to advance the cause of liberty.”

Read the Contract with Texas

As one of the drafters and original signers of the Contract, Representative Toth (HD 15) said that the purpose is to see “real reform in the 89th Texas Legislative Session with a House that is actually run by Republicans and actually passes Republican priorities.”

As of today, the Contract with Texas has been signed by 25 Representatives and candidates with momentum increasing daily.

Should your Texas House Representative sign the Contract with Texas?

Yes, my State Rep. should sign the Contract with Texas

No, the Contract with Texas is not important to me

Lt. Governor Releases Texas Senate Interim Legislative Charges

On April 11, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick released the 2024 Interim Legislative Charges for the Texas Senate. These are topics (charges) the Senate is tasked with studying in committee during the interim between legislative sessions to prepare for the next session.

The Texas Senate will begin holding interim committee meetings on these charges. This gives us an idea of what the Senate will be focusing on in the 89th Texas Legislative Session.

Read the Interim Charges

San Jacinto Day: April 21, 1836

On this day in 1836, General Sam Houston defeated Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto and the Nation of Texas was born. Eighteen minutes was all it took for the Texians to take control of the opposing camp.

Victory at San Jacinto

San Jacinto Battleground History

✯ Mark Your Calendar

Get Involved in the Local Party!

The County Executive Committee (CEC) is the decision-making body of the local Republican Party, made up of the County Chairman and one Precinct Chair from each county election precinct. Attending Republican Party CEC meetings is a great way to get involved in issues impacting Montgomery County and your precinct.

Meetings are open to the public and we have many volunteer opportunities available. Please join us - we’d love to meet you in person and help you get plugged in!

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Mark Your Calendar!

April 22: Early Voting begins in Uniform Election (city elections, MUDs, appraisal district board)
April 22: Coffee Meetup with Marianne Horton and Melissa Semmler for Conroe ISD School Board
May 2: National Day of Prayer
May 4: Election Day for Uniform Election
May 7: Montgomery County GOP Meeting
May 9: State Convention Delegates Training
May 11: Crawfish Boil Celebration!
May 20: Early Voting begins in Montgomery County Sheriff Runoff
May 23-25: Texas GOP Convention
May 23: Texas Flynn Fest
May 28: Montgomery County Sheriff Runoff Election
June 18: Swearing-in Ceremony & Prayer Event

Visit our calendar for details about events listed above.

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Newly elected Precinct Chairs: Details on the Bylaws Workshops and Organizational Meeting for the new biennium will be posted on the calendar soon and an email will be sent to you from secretary@mctxgop.org.

✯ Welcome!

Welcome to the Montgomery County Republican Party

We are a diverse group of volunteers dedicated to preserving the freedoms given to us by God, implemented by our Founding Fathers, and embodied in the Constitution. Republicans continue to be the party of hope and opportunity because we stand for freedom and liberty for all Americans. We support Conservative Republicans to allow Montgomery County to be a safeguard for the Constitutional principles and values upon which our great country and state were founded.

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