North Texas Commission

11/11/2020

On this day, we are thinking of those who have served our country and continue to do so everyday. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

11/11/2020

Texas cities score top two spots in annual ranking of strongest hubs for tech jobs

Dallas jumps six spots from 7th to 2nd in CompTIA's annual ranking of strongest hubs for tech jobs. Click the link to read more.

Austin and Dallas ranked No. 1 and No. 2 respectively in the annual Tech Town index, bolstered by strong technology job creation in the last year.

11/10/2020

An Open Letter to Elected Officials, Leaders, Professionals, and Others Interested in Health Care in Texas | The Perryman Group

In this economic impact study, Dr. Ray Perryman explains how accessing federal dollars to fund health care for low-income residents can help produce a positive impact on the State's biennial budget. Click the link below to read more. The Perryman Group

The pandemic and resulting economic dislocations are creating significant fiscal challenges for the State and local governments. In particular, the budgetary process in the upcoming legislative session will be daunting.

11/09/2020

Don't miss out on a great conversation featuring coaching legend, Lou Holtz. The event, hosted by UNT Advancement, will take place tomorrow starting at 11:00 a.m.
Register today: https://unt.ouronlineevent.com/?fbclid=IwAR142N9IawptfvfB3IbmGy-BOAsAw4ORMiRn3SLHW77upfVYCnnDWby7guQ

You’re invited to join us for a Conversation with Lou Holtz, a special virtual edition of the UNT Kuehne Speaker Series! Register now to attend at no cost on Tuesday, November 10 at 11 a.m. CST.

Registration: https://unt.ouronlineevent.com

11/06/2020

Together We Are Better - Topic: North Texas

🚨NEW EPISODE ALERT🚨
Checkout episode 31 of Topic: North Texas featuring a conversation with Greater Keller Chamber President and CEO JoAnn Malone. Click the link to listen today!

Hey y’all and thanks for tuning in to another episode of Topic: North Texas. This week, I was joined by JoAnn Malone, President and CEO of the Greater Keller Chamber of Commerce. During our conversation, JoAnn shared the creative ways the Chamber has supported the Keller business community since t...

11/06/2020

Did you know that the term "Metroplex" was developed and copyrighted by the Commission in 1972? Click to learn how it all started! https://www.ntc-dfw.org/post/north-texas-a-region-so-unique-we-coined-a-term-for-it

11/05/2020

2020 Aviation Forum

There is still time to register for a conversation on #COVID19 and the Aviation Industry hosted by the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce. The event kicks off tomorrow morning at 8! Click the link below to register.

11/04/2020

It was a long night - and in some cases, the count is still being finalized. Congratulations to several of our region's incumbents who'll be returning to Washington to represent us. Marc Veasey, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, Rep. Colin Allred, Representative Van Taylor, Congressman Ron Wright, Kay Granger and Senator John Cornyn - thank you for representing North Texas!

11/04/2020

Democrat Colin Allred keeps US House seat he flipped 2 years ago

Congratulations to Congressmen Taylor, Burgess and Allred and Congresswoman Johnson! Some historically Republican Texas seats could be up for grabs, including one left open by a U.S. Rep. Kenny Marchant, who announced his retirement last year. https://www.wfaa.com/mobile/article/news/politics/elections/van-duyne-valenzuela-allred-collins-congressional-races-dallas-fort-worth/287-3e430cdc-e58c-4be9-befc-bc63322fdbf0

Some historically Republican Texas seats could be up for grabs, including one left open by a U.S. Rep. Kenny Marchant, who announced his retirement last year.

11/04/2020

John Cornyn defeats MJ Hegar to retain U.S. Senate seat

Congrats Senator Cornyn!

With an estimated 63.9% of the votes counted and Cornyn in front by 1 percentage point, Decision Desk called the race for the incumbent, 49.3% to 48.3%.

11/03/2020

HOW TO WATCH ELECTION NIGHT

Wondering how to keep up with the elections as the polls close? Check out this guide from our federal lobby firm on how to watch election night. #Election2020 #Elections2020

It's an important moment in our nation - the Presidential Elections. Below is a guide from our federal lobby firm, Thorn Run Partners, on how to watch election night. It’s been widely reported that the full results of the 2020 election will probably not be known until days or even weeks after the ...

11/03/2020

Today's the day. Get out and #VOTE!
#VoteReady #GetOutTheVote #ElectionDay #Election2020

11/02/2020

Tomorrow is #ElectionDay! If you have not already, be sure you #GetOutAndVote.

11/02/2020

Texas is on track for record turnout in this election after breaking early voting records

Texas crushed it in early voting, and we've got one more day to ensure our voices are heard. Mask up and vote tomorrow! #vote2020

After early voting, 57.3% of registered voters in Texas have cast ballots, just shy of the total turnout of 59.4% in 2016.

10/30/2020

Since 1970, The Cooper Institute has continued to collect and study the data that Dr. Cooper began collecting – data that continues to improve public health and proves exercise is medicine.

10/30/2020

We’ve now topped 6 million early voters! Today is the last day to early vote. Grab your mask and head to your polling place and let your voice be heard. #vote

As of Oct. 21, some 5,887,488 Texans have voted in person and by mail, which is 34.7% of registered voters in the state. It is critical that we let our voices be heard and #GetOutandVote! #vote #Vote2020 #VoteEarly

10/28/2020

North Texas Legislative Summit | North Texas Commission

If you missed any of our 2020 North Texas Legislative Summit, you can watch any of the panel and speaker videos on our website. Click the link to start watching now.

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10/28/2020

North Texas #FunFact: Did you know, Collin College has the lowest tuition of any of the 50 community college districts in the state? #txed

10/28/2020

The Aurora Test Site Network: a Smart Approach to Developing the Aurora Driver

Did you know in addition to being a racetrack, Texas Motor Speedway is also where self-driving technology produced by Aurora Innovations is tested. Click the link to learn more.

At Aurora, we make decisions deliberately. From our experience, we know that focusing on the smartest approach — even if it isn’t the…

10/27/2020

Texas social workers will no longer be allowed to discriminate against LGBTQ Texans and people with disabilities

Earlier today, a state board voted to undo a rule change that would have allowed social workers to turn away clients who are LGBTQ or have a disability.

The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council voted unanimously to restore protections for social workers' LGBTQ and disabled clients after backlash from advocates and lawmakers.

10/23/2020

As of Oct. 21, some 5,887,488 Texans have voted in person and by mail, which is 34.7% of registered voters in the state. It is critical that we let our voices be heard and #GetOutandVote! #vote #Vote2020 #VoteEarly

10/23/2020

Read more about the health care press conference we participated in yesterday with Sen. Nathan Johnson.

Click here to read the full article about my plan to provide healthcare to more than one million Texans and generate revenue: https://senatornathanjohnson.com/north-texas-leaders-expand-health-insurance/
#txmedx #txlege #livewelltexas

10/22/2020

"It is critical during this time that we have legislation that will reduce the number of uninsured Texans and expand access to health care." - Charlene Stark, NTC Senior Policy Advisor. We were proud to join State Senator Nathan Johnson this morning as he announced his proposal to expand access to healthcare in Texas.

10/21/2020

Happy National Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day! Help us salute our North Texas Chambers by sharing a picture or story about your local chamber! #ChamberProud

10/21/2020

A Message From Gov. Greg Abbott

We are kicking off the final day of the North Texas Legislative Summit with a message from Gov. Greg Abbott.

10/20/2020

An amazing company and corporate citizen. They are doing more than rebuilding a grocery store, they are rebuilding a community.

On the one-year anniversary of the tornadoes that devastated North Dallas neighborhoods, Central Market remains committed to the rebirth of our community. We will proudly reopen our Preston Royal store in April/May 2021 and are excited to welcome back our friends and neighbors. In support of public education, Central Market has made a $1 million donation to the Dallas Education Foundation to help rebuild the Dallas ISD schools lost in the storm. And as a gift to the neighborhood, we donated 50 trees to help restore the mature canopy that was a hallmark of the area.

10/20/2020

Thanks to everyone who joined us for day one of the North Texas Legislative Summit! We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow morning. Until then, we want to know what your favorite part of today was & what you are looking forward to hearing tomorrow. #TXLege #DFW #NTX

10/20/2020

The North Texas Legislative Summit has officially kicked off! Comptroller Glenn Hegar kicked off the conversation this morning with an update on the state budget & what we can expect in the 87th.

10/16/2020

North Texas Legislative Summit | North Texas Commission

Time is running out to register for the North Texas Legislative Summit! Secure your virtual seat before it's too late! Get your ticket today: https://www.ntc-dfw.org/north-texas-legislative-summit

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10/15/2020

Not sure what's on the ballot this year? Find your county below and #GetOutTheVote!
Dallas: https://www.dallascountyvotes.org/
Denton: https://www.votedenton.com/
Collin: https://www.collincountyvotes.com/
Tarrant: https://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/elections.html
Dallas County Collin County Denton County, Texas Tarrant County

10/14/2020

Fidelity Investments to hire 550 in North Texas as pandemic drives demand for financial services

Even in the midst of COVID-19, Fidelity Investments still provides employment opportunities.

Fidelity said it is offering an expedited hiring process which includes virtual interviews, work from home and remote onboarding.

10/14/2020

Join the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 6, for conversations on how the aviation industry plans to recover from a challenging year following the #COVID19 pandemic. Click the link to register. https://northdallastxcoc.weblinkconnect.com/events/2020Aviation%20Forum-2656/register

10/13/2020

The North Texas Legislative Summit is one week away. Don't miss the Creating Jobs & Staying Competitive at the Local Level panel ft. Texas Association of Manufacturers President Tony Bennett, State Senator Beverly Powell, Rep. Charlie Geren, & Texas Municipal League Executive Director Bennett Sandlin & moderated by Rep. Rafael Anchía. Register today: https://www.ntc-dfw.org/north-texas-legislative-summit

10/13/2020

TTAG - Tech Titans

Congrats to all of the finalists who have been nominated for the 2020 Tech Titans Awards Gala. The winners will be announced at the Gala on Oct. 23. Click the link below to purchase tickets.

Tech Titans Awards Gala Virtual event Oct. 23, 3:15 – 5 pm The Tech Titans® Awards Gala recognizes the elite in North Texas technology – individuals currently transforming the high-tech industry and giving companies that competitive edge, as well as companies leading the way. Our darb friends a...

10/12/2020

Don't forget, #EarlyVoting starts tomorrow! Find your polling station now! https://teamrv-mvp.sos.texas.gov/MVP/mvp.do