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:
Showing posts with label Texas Merry Christmas Bill. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Texas Merry Christmas Bill. Show all posts
Friday, May 31, 2013
Friday, February 22, 2013
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:
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."
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