Texas Merry Christmas Bill Passes! Filed by Senator Robert Nichols and Representative Dwayne Bohac

Back in February 2013 I posted up an article about how my Texas State Senator Robert Nichols filed a "Merry Christmas Bill" that will protect schools and students from getting sued by left wing groups that want to force people to do things like call a Christmas tree a holiday tree because they think saying Christmas Tree in a school is offensive. Texas State Representative Dwayne Bohac originally filed the "Merry Christmas Bill" in the Texas House of Representatives.

Well, the bill passed and will become law very soon.

the following is from the Daily Caller:

After a good amount of hoopla, Texas Governor Rick Perry is expected to quietly sign legislation allowing public schools to celebrate Christmas and other winter holidays plainly and explicitly without fear of lawsuits.
The proposed law, dubbed the “Merry Christmas Bill,” sailed easily through both the Texas House and Senate and now awaits the Perry’s signature, reports the Dallas Observer. Vote tallies were 145-2 in the House and 29-0 in the Senate.
With Perry’s signature, the law will take effect beginning in fall 2013 — roughly 120 shopping days before Christmas.

Read more: http://dailycaller.com/2013/05/29/ho-ho-ho-merry-christmas-bill-expected-to-become-law-in-texas-soon/#ixzz2Us94y8Zd

Senator Nichols files "Merry Christmas Bill" to Protect Texas Schools and Students

My very own Texas State Senator Robert Nichols has filed a "Merry Christmas Bill" that will protect schools and students from getting sued by left wing groups that want to force people to do things like call a Christmas tree a holiday tree because they think saying Christmas Tree in a school is offensive. Hey, I think liberals are offensive but we can't just kick them out of schools can we? Libtards just need to back off of their attacks against Christianity, Schools and Students. Thank you Senator Nichols for introducing this bill in the Texas Senate! Texas State Representative Dwayne Bohac originally filed the "Merry Christmas Bill" in the Texas House of Representatives. This bill is expected to pass with overwhelming support.

Press Release from Senator Robert Nichols:

Nichols says "It's okay to say Merry Christmas!"

Austin, TX -- This week Senator Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) filed Senate Bill 665 to protect Texas public schools' ability to use traditional holiday greetings such as 'Merry Christmas' and 'Happy Hanukkah' on school grounds and to educate students about the history and roots of such holidays.

"I have heard from many constituents who dislike that it is becoming less culturally acceptable to openly celebrate these holidays in the ways past generations have, "said Senator Nichols. "To me this is a matter of helping our teachers and administrators feel safe talking about these holidays at school without fear of legal action being taken against them."

The Merry Christmas Bill, which is expected to receive broad support, not only gives   students, parents and educators the right to use the phrases 'Merry Christmas' and 'Happy Hanukkah', but also gives the right to display various symbols associated with those holidays, including Menorahs, Christmas trees and Nativity scenes.

Senator Dan Patrick (R-Houston) has signed on as a coauthor to the bill which was initially filed in the House by Representative Dwayne Bohac (R-Houston). Bohac explains that "This bill originated when I picked up my first grade son from school last year and asked him how his day went. He told me that his class had decorated their holiday tree with holiday ornaments. When I asked what a holiday tree was, he told me it was the same as a Christmas tree. After inquiring with school officials as to why the term "Holiday Tree" was being used, it became apparent that the school was fearful of litigation. It was that moment that inspired me to file legislation that would provide students, parents, teachers and administrators a safe harbor for openly celebrating a Federal holiday.”

Nichols concurred by saying, "I commend Representative Bohac's initiative and look forward to seeing this bill passed. We are currently standing at a cultural crossroads in our society, and this is one step forward for those defending our traditional values and beliefs."

To follow the bill's progress, please go to http://www.MerryChristmasBill.com/

Texas Rep. Dwayne Bohac Files Bill to Protect "Merry Christmas"

I like this bill. I am tired of so many people being forced to say happy holidays instead of Merry Christmas because they are afraid of getting sued, especially in public schools. Texas State Representative Dwayne Bohac has filed a bill that will protect people, even in public places like schools, who celebrate Christmas, an official United States holiday. Saying happy holidays instead of Merry Christmas does not even make sense anyways. What holiday are you referring to when you say happy holidays? Are you referring to Easter or Veterans Day? Oh, you are referring to Christmas when you say happy holidays? Well then why not just say Christmas? These nutty liberals and Atheists are not forced to be Christians just because they have to hear the words Merry Christmas and they should not be able to sue people just for saying Merry Christmas.

article below from Amy at Daily Dose of Conservatism:

Texas Has Had Enough of the War on Christmas

Texas State Rep. Dwayne Bohac has had enough.
“If I hear it referred to one more time as a holiday tree or a holiday party, I’m going to throw up,” he told Fox News.
So the Republican lawmaker from Houston has introduced legislation to protect traditional Christmas greetings, decorations and displays in public schools. The bill is appropriately titled, “Merry Christmas Bill.”
“I’m taking these rulings by the Supreme Court and codifying them in a state law to give teachers and administrators a safe harbor to point to when drafting their policies regarding winter celebrations,” Bohac said.
So the Republican lawmaker from Houston has introduced legislation to protect traditional Christmas greetings, decorations and displays in public schools. The bill is appropriately titled, “Merry Christmas Bill.”
“I’m taking these rulings by the Supreme Court and codifying them in a state law to give teachers and administrators a safe harbor to point to when drafting their policies regarding winter celebrations,” Bohac said.

read the rest of the article here: http://gopthedailydose.com/2012/12/22/texas-has-had-enough-of-the-war-on-christmas/