Rep. Penny Morales Shaw
@reppennymshaw.bsky.social
Native Texan, Attorney, Texas State Representative - HD148
DISCLAIMER: All posts, unless factually sourced and cited, are merely the opinion of the holder.
DISCLAIMER: All posts, unless factually sourced and cited, are merely the opinion of the holder.
Today is Election Day - and while there are plenty of national headlines to be made tonight, we have extremely important local races and ballot initiatives right here at home.
Polls close at 7 PM, and find your nearest location at HarrisVotes.com
Polls close at 7 PM, and find your nearest location at HarrisVotes.com
November 4, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Today is Election Day - and while there are plenty of national headlines to be made tonight, we have extremely important local races and ballot initiatives right here at home.
Polls close at 7 PM, and find your nearest location at HarrisVotes.com
Polls close at 7 PM, and find your nearest location at HarrisVotes.com
Nearly 28,000 residents of HD 148, including 15,000 kids, are about to lose SNAP benefits.
The Houston Food Bank is launching several distributions for those impacted, including federal employees.
The Houston Food Bank is launching several distributions for those impacted, including federal employees.
October 30, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Nearly 28,000 residents of HD 148, including 15,000 kids, are about to lose SNAP benefits.
The Houston Food Bank is launching several distributions for those impacted, including federal employees.
The Houston Food Bank is launching several distributions for those impacted, including federal employees.
Today, I’m joined by my colleagues in a letter to Governor Abbott, urging him to consider prioritizing protecting Texans and our esteemed Texas National Guardsmen and women.
#TXLege
#TXLege
October 16, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Today, I’m joined by my colleagues in a letter to Governor Abbott, urging him to consider prioritizing protecting Texans and our esteemed Texas National Guardsmen and women.
#TXLege
#TXLege
This last month has tested us all, and even with most of our caucus deciding to leave on Monday: Nicole was right - we are elected officials doing our jobs - not criminals.
Tonight, I stand with Nicole on the floor once again, against the rushed mid-decade redistricting. #TXLege
Tonight, I stand with Nicole on the floor once again, against the rushed mid-decade redistricting. #TXLege
August 19, 2025 at 10:24 PM
This last month has tested us all, and even with most of our caucus deciding to leave on Monday: Nicole was right - we are elected officials doing our jobs - not criminals.
Tonight, I stand with Nicole on the floor once again, against the rushed mid-decade redistricting. #TXLege
Tonight, I stand with Nicole on the floor once again, against the rushed mid-decade redistricting. #TXLege
What happened and what is next?
This morning, after establishing quorum, Democrats who killed the special session were detained en masse in the chamber, and only allowed to leave after “being booked.”
My full statement:
#TXLege
This morning, after establishing quorum, Democrats who killed the special session were detained en masse in the chamber, and only allowed to leave after “being booked.”
My full statement:
#TXLege
August 18, 2025 at 7:16 PM
What happened and what is next?
This morning, after establishing quorum, Democrats who killed the special session were detained en masse in the chamber, and only allowed to leave after “being booked.”
My full statement:
#TXLege
This morning, after establishing quorum, Democrats who killed the special session were detained en masse in the chamber, and only allowed to leave after “being booked.”
My full statement:
#TXLege
We have waited weeks for Republican leadership to advance emergency flood-relief legislation in response to the recent tragedy, despite the Governor having the full authority to release aid without the legislature.
August 5, 2025 at 6:37 PM
We have waited weeks for Republican leadership to advance emergency flood-relief legislation in response to the recent tragedy, despite the Governor having the full authority to release aid without the legislature.
Over $660 MILLION dollars back in Texas Schools following a lawsuit joined by Texas AFT. This victory for Texas teachers and students prove just how strong unions power a stronger Texas.
August 3, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Over $660 MILLION dollars back in Texas Schools following a lawsuit joined by Texas AFT. This victory for Texas teachers and students prove just how strong unions power a stronger Texas.
As a third-term legislator, I came here to be a voice for everyday Texans—for common-sense solutions that help working people and protect our society. That’s still why I’m here. But once again, I’m witnessing priorities that are deeply out of step with what Texans truly need.
August 3, 2025 at 4:20 AM
As a third-term legislator, I came here to be a voice for everyday Texans—for common-sense solutions that help working people and protect our society. That’s still why I’m here. But once again, I’m witnessing priorities that are deeply out of step with what Texans truly need.
ICYMI: The Governor has called a special session after his late night veto of #SB3. I look forward to heading back to Austin next month to create a safe framework where we protect our children, help our veterans and neighbors with chronic pain, and regulate a booming industry in our economy. #TxLege
June 24, 2025 at 2:51 AM
ICYMI: The Governor has called a special session after his late night veto of #SB3. I look forward to heading back to Austin next month to create a safe framework where we protect our children, help our veterans and neighbors with chronic pain, and regulate a booming industry in our economy. #TxLege
Bill Update 🚨 HB 4226 has passed the Texas House and is on its way to the Senate. The bill proposes to add Food Banks to the list of non-profits that benefit from a tax exemption, allowing the money saved go into the good work they do for their communities.
May 9, 2025 at 3:08 AM
Bill Update 🚨 HB 4226 has passed the Texas House and is on its way to the Senate. The bill proposes to add Food Banks to the list of non-profits that benefit from a tax exemption, allowing the money saved go into the good work they do for their communities.
Texas Democrats continue to advocate for educators, students, and Texas families, ensuring that the Texas legislature funds and strengthens our public schools.
May 6, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Texas Democrats continue to advocate for educators, students, and Texas families, ensuring that the Texas legislature funds and strengthens our public schools.
HB 5337 unintended consequences on a multitude of legitimate voters, particularly married women who have changed their last names and we need your support to speak out against this frivolous bill that would complicate the voting process for millions of texans.
April 30, 2025 at 2:42 PM
HB 5337 unintended consequences on a multitude of legitimate voters, particularly married women who have changed their last names and we need your support to speak out against this frivolous bill that would complicate the voting process for millions of texans.
On Thursday, I’ll be presenting HB 1730 to direct the University of Houston to conduct a study for the legislature and public about the health impacts of PFAS, a chemical that's found in many household products, firefighting materials, and in contaminated water sources. #TXLege
April 22, 2025 at 9:11 PM
On Thursday, I’ll be presenting HB 1730 to direct the University of Houston to conduct a study for the legislature and public about the health impacts of PFAS, a chemical that's found in many household products, firefighting materials, and in contaminated water sources. #TXLege
Today is Earth Day, and there are many things we can do to keep our neighborhoods clean. 🌎
From legislation on addressing waste, picking up trash on our sidewalks, and replenishing our gardens and forests, you can keep our Earth clean for generations to come. 💚
From legislation on addressing waste, picking up trash on our sidewalks, and replenishing our gardens and forests, you can keep our Earth clean for generations to come. 💚
April 22, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Today is Earth Day, and there are many things we can do to keep our neighborhoods clean. 🌎
From legislation on addressing waste, picking up trash on our sidewalks, and replenishing our gardens and forests, you can keep our Earth clean for generations to come. 💚
From legislation on addressing waste, picking up trash on our sidewalks, and replenishing our gardens and forests, you can keep our Earth clean for generations to come. 💚
Wishing a joyous and blessed Easter Sunday. May today bring the greatest feelings of gratitude, love, hope and reflection to all celebrating.
April 20, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Wishing a joyous and blessed Easter Sunday. May today bring the greatest feelings of gratitude, love, hope and reflection to all celebrating.
Yesterday was crushing. #TXLege
I remain committed to finding and forging new ways for our kids to succeed and thrive in their education experience.
Please read my full statement below, thank you to the incredible leaders who came and spoke out against this bill:
I remain committed to finding and forging new ways for our kids to succeed and thrive in their education experience.
Please read my full statement below, thank you to the incredible leaders who came and spoke out against this bill:
April 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Yesterday was crushing. #TXLege
I remain committed to finding and forging new ways for our kids to succeed and thrive in their education experience.
Please read my full statement below, thank you to the incredible leaders who came and spoke out against this bill:
I remain committed to finding and forging new ways for our kids to succeed and thrive in their education experience.
Please read my full statement below, thank you to the incredible leaders who came and spoke out against this bill:
🚨 HD148 BILL UPDATE
Today, the Ways and Means Committee will consider HB 4226, our Texas Food Bank tax relief bill.
WATCH LIVE: house.texas.gov/videos/21704
Today, the Ways and Means Committee will consider HB 4226, our Texas Food Bank tax relief bill.
WATCH LIVE: house.texas.gov/videos/21704
April 14, 2025 at 3:46 PM
🚨 HD148 BILL UPDATE
Today, the Ways and Means Committee will consider HB 4226, our Texas Food Bank tax relief bill.
WATCH LIVE: house.texas.gov/videos/21704
Today, the Ways and Means Committee will consider HB 4226, our Texas Food Bank tax relief bill.
WATCH LIVE: house.texas.gov/videos/21704
🚨 HD148 BILL UPDATE
We sincerely rely on energy + the industries that produce it. However, we have repeatedly been faced with the toxic waste by-products. We must strike a smart balance between industry needs + public health + safety. These concepts are not mutually exclusive.
We sincerely rely on energy + the industries that produce it. However, we have repeatedly been faced with the toxic waste by-products. We must strike a smart balance between industry needs + public health + safety. These concepts are not mutually exclusive.
April 14, 2025 at 4:36 AM
🚨 HD148 BILL UPDATE
We sincerely rely on energy + the industries that produce it. However, we have repeatedly been faced with the toxic waste by-products. We must strike a smart balance between industry needs + public health + safety. These concepts are not mutually exclusive.
We sincerely rely on energy + the industries that produce it. However, we have repeatedly been faced with the toxic waste by-products. We must strike a smart balance between industry needs + public health + safety. These concepts are not mutually exclusive.
🚨 HD148 BILL UPDATE
As illnesses and healthcare coverage increase- we need solutions that reduce side effects and eliminate devastating addiction. HB 46 will increase access to higher doses as medically prescribed and also aims to reduce the need for addictive opioids.
As illnesses and healthcare coverage increase- we need solutions that reduce side effects and eliminate devastating addiction. HB 46 will increase access to higher doses as medically prescribed and also aims to reduce the need for addictive opioids.
April 14, 2025 at 4:31 AM
🚨 HD148 BILL UPDATE
As illnesses and healthcare coverage increase- we need solutions that reduce side effects and eliminate devastating addiction. HB 46 will increase access to higher doses as medically prescribed and also aims to reduce the need for addictive opioids.
As illnesses and healthcare coverage increase- we need solutions that reduce side effects and eliminate devastating addiction. HB 46 will increase access to higher doses as medically prescribed and also aims to reduce the need for addictive opioids.
What can you do?
CALL your Elected Officials to vote NO. Find them: wrm.capitol.texas.gov/home.
WATCH LIVE from 10:30 AM: house.texas.gov/videos.
SUBMIT your testimony: comments.house.texas.gov/home
CALL your Elected Officials to vote NO. Find them: wrm.capitol.texas.gov/home.
WATCH LIVE from 10:30 AM: house.texas.gov/videos.
SUBMIT your testimony: comments.house.texas.gov/home
April 9, 2025 at 2:40 PM
What can you do?
CALL your Elected Officials to vote NO. Find them: wrm.capitol.texas.gov/home.
WATCH LIVE from 10:30 AM: house.texas.gov/videos.
SUBMIT your testimony: comments.house.texas.gov/home
CALL your Elected Officials to vote NO. Find them: wrm.capitol.texas.gov/home.
WATCH LIVE from 10:30 AM: house.texas.gov/videos.
SUBMIT your testimony: comments.house.texas.gov/home
This morning, Elections Committee will hear HB 4275, which will ELIMINATE county-wide voting.
The 89th Rundown shares some quick facts on what this means for us as Texas voters. #TXLege
The 89th Rundown shares some quick facts on what this means for us as Texas voters. #TXLege
April 9, 2025 at 2:40 PM
This morning, Elections Committee will hear HB 4275, which will ELIMINATE county-wide voting.
The 89th Rundown shares some quick facts on what this means for us as Texas voters. #TXLege
The 89th Rundown shares some quick facts on what this means for us as Texas voters. #TXLege
The Public Health Committee is meeting at 8 AM to hear HB-44, a bill I am co-authoring with a bipartisan coalition, on exceptions to the Texas Abortion Laws. The bill is not perfect but it protects expectant mothers and doctors who treat them. #TXLegr
April 7, 2025 at 7:09 AM
The Public Health Committee is meeting at 8 AM to hear HB-44, a bill I am co-authoring with a bipartisan coalition, on exceptions to the Texas Abortion Laws. The bill is not perfect but it protects expectant mothers and doctors who treat them. #TXLegr
The presence of PFAS forever chemicals in our everyday household items and water is a danger for all of us, but we have bills to find and address it.
Learn more in this next The 89th update, and here are some articles about the impact of such studies on safeguarding our state from these chemicals:
Learn more in this next The 89th update, and here are some articles about the impact of such studies on safeguarding our state from these chemicals:
April 7, 2025 at 1:02 AM
The presence of PFAS forever chemicals in our everyday household items and water is a danger for all of us, but we have bills to find and address it.
Learn more in this next The 89th update, and here are some articles about the impact of such studies on safeguarding our state from these chemicals:
Learn more in this next The 89th update, and here are some articles about the impact of such studies on safeguarding our state from these chemicals: