Endorsements
Business
Endorsed by the Small Business Group
“Bill Welch has deep roots in the community, vast small business and real estate experience, and admirable military service. His knowledge of the issues coupled with his years of community leadership will serve him well in the Texas Legislature.”
Endorsed by the Texas Association of Realtors
“Since 9/11, real estate has been the driving economic force in Texas. Bill has vowed to represent the concerns of Texas homeowners, which is why the Texas Association of REALTORS® has pledged its full support.” –Dennis Patillo, Texas Association of Realtors Chairman
Endorsed by the Texas Society of Professional Engineers
“As engineers, we share Bill Welch’s commitment to education, transportation and public safety in Texas. First and foremost, we support his objective to shift school funding away from the administrative end and into the classroom where it is so desperately needed. The recent unsuccessful attempts by our legislature to resolve this issue demonstrate the importance of finding a more appropriate balance of funding without shifting the burden onto local property owners. It is not an easy task by any means, but Bill Welch will work to find a fair and equitable solution.” -PACE Chairman Dick Kistner
Transportation
People for Efficient Transportation, Austin Toll Party
“PET PAC has endorsed Bill Welch because he'll take a stand for Texas drivers, to keep all our public highways from being privatized and tolled and he'll demand accountability and open government. Bill Welch understands the immoral and unethical nature of placing tolls on our already funded public highways.”-People for Efficient Transportation
Law Enforcement
Endorsed by the Travis County Sheriff’s Officers Association
“Bill Welch's values, integrity and support for public safety met our standards for what we want in a State Representative. TCSOA is proud to endorse Bill Welch because of his long record of service to his country and community, and his support for public safety professionals and their issues.”-Shane Poole, Vice President, Travis County Sheriff’s Officers Association
Endorsed by the Texas Municipal Police Association
“The Texas Municipal Police Association is pleased to announce its endorsement of Bill Welch for election to District 47 of the Texas House of Representatives. TMPA believes that Mr. Welch is the best candidate to fight for a strong and effective criminal justice system and support law enforcement’s efforts to protect the communities they serve. Bill Welch possesses an understanding of the complicated issues that face today’s peace officer and a willingness to fight for the tools and resources cops need to do their job.” Tom Gaylor, Deputy Executive Director, Texas Municipal Police Association
Other
Endorsed by the Texas Public Employees Association
“The Texas Public Employees Association is proud to endorse Bill Welch for the Texas House because, as a military veteran, he is very familiar with the concept of public service. He understands the important role competitive salaries and benefits play in maintaining a quality state workforce.” - Gary W. Anderson, TPEA Executive Director
Supported by:
Austin Apartment Association PAC, Texas Podiatric Medical Association PAC, Associated General Contractors- Building Branch Division, Texas Opthalmological Association
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Election Dates
Election on November 7th, 2006
Am I In Your District?
District 47 stretches from the west on the south bank of Lake Travis, down through Oak Hill, and across IH-35 just to the east of Onion Creek. Click for larger version of map.
