Chairman
J. Bruce Bugg, Jr.
Texas Transportation Commission
Connections That Count
March 27-28, 2025 | New Braunfels Civic Center
Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Details: Please join us as we celebrate our 2025 Texan of the Year, Justice Nathan Hecht. The evening will include networking, open bar, hors d'oeuvres, photo opportunities and the presentation of the Texan of the Year Award.
Date: Friday, March 22, 2024
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Details: The half-day conference provides can’t miss opportunities to hear insight from leading elected officials, decision makers, and subject matter experts. The panel topics are timely, relevant and will focus on important issues that are affecting our great state.
Education is at the heart of Texas’ future, and the policies shaping it today will have lasting effects for generations. This discussion will explore some of the most pressing issues facing education in the Lone Star State, including the future of school funding, the potential impact of vouchers on public schools, and how property tax relief could reshape educational opportunities.
With discussions around gaming policy gaining momentum in Texas, this panel will explore the potential economic, social, and cultural impacts of expanding gaming opportunities in the state. From sports betting and casino gaming to destination developments, panelists will examine how Texas can balance regulation, revenue potential, and public interest.
As one of the fastest-growing states in the nation, Texas faces a unique set of challenges in maintaining and expanding its infrastructure. This panel will bring together experts and policymakers to address critical topics including transportation networks, energy systems, water resources, and other essential infrastructure components.
Don’t miss the chance to learn, connect, and lead with Texas’s best and brightest.
