Politician Info
B+ Paul Bettencourt (R - TX) DECRIMINALIZE JAIL TIME FOR POSSESSION
While State Senator Bettencourt supported SB339 to legalize medical marijuana in the State of Texas with a yes vote, he was not supportive of Houston DA Kim Og’s successful efforts to decriminalize marijuana in Harris County. NORML’s position is we can’t legalize mmj if we keep throwing patients in jail.

Holds office State Senate District 7

Co-sponsored Legislation

H.B. 1535 - Expands the Texas Compassionate Use Program

Votes
2021: Expands the Texas Compassionate Use Program, HB 1535
Yes
2015: Authorizes Medical Use of Cannabis, SB 339
Yes
Contact Paul Bettencourt

Email: info@paulbettencourt.com

Web: https://paulbettencourt.com/

Phone: 512-463-0107

Address

Post Office Box 12068 Capitol Station

Austin, TX 78711

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