Second Annual Policy Orientation for the Texas Legislature

January 29, 2004

The Policy Orientation was held January 28 and 29, 2004. You can access articles and powerpoint presentations delivered at the Orientation by selecting “2004” at left. Or, select the PDF file below to view the 2-day agenda.

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