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State Senator, District 31

The Texas State Senate works alongside the Texas House and the governor to create laws and establish a state budget. Authority and responsibilities of the Texas State Senate include passing bills on public policy matters, setting levels for state spending, raising and lowering taxes, and voting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.

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    John Betancourt
    (Dem)

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    KEVIN SPARKS
    (Rep)

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Background: What training, experience, and background qualify you for this position?

Goals: In your own words, explain the goals, responsibilities, and limitations of this role. (This question is exclusive to the online Vote411 Voter Guide.)

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