Lege Lines: Dem Lawmakers Boycott Anti-Abortion Bill Hearing

Brass ovaries vs. HB 16, and other battle lines drawn at the Capitol

"...re-register for the right to vote. Committee member Rep. Celia Israel, D-Austin, said the "current Texas election code prevents..."

March 29, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Human Rights Campaign Calls Texas a "High Priority" for LGBTQ Equality

A long way to go, but public opinion trends toward legislative action

"...the target of a current bill filed by Rep. Celia Israel, D-Austin. (During a Tuesday, Feb. 5, press conference..."

Feb. 8, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Lege Lines: The Voters Speak, the Governor Listens

Abbott leaves the red-state red-meat back at the mansion

"...to purge Latinos from voter rolls," said Austin Rep. Celia Israel, who is pushing legislation to create an online..."

Feb. 8, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Qmmunity

Signs of hope in the Capitol

"...stay foggy, Dan.) And while we're celebrating: House Reps. Celia Israel (D-Austin) and Mary González (D-El Paso), along with..."

Jan. 18, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Central Texas Lawmakers Speak Out About the 86th Legislative Session

Interviews with the team representing 2.1 million Austin metro residents

"...what is best for the party in charge. Rep. Celia Israel (HD 50)..."

Jan. 4, 2019 News Feature by the News Staff

Lege Lines: Does Texas Really Need a Special Session

Save for the sunset bill, does Texas really need a special session?

"...weeks, to broach. Howard quoted her fellow Austin Democrat, Celia Israel: "If we can't do it in 140 days,..."

July 14, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

About That DPS Cutback

So, when can you get your license these days?

"...also been questioned by Austin Reps. Donna Howard and Celia Israel, who wrote to McCraw on June 8, expressing..."

June 16, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

Lege Lines: Islamophobia Is out of Hand

In Texas and the nation, anti-refugee and anti-Muslim fervor grows

"...joined by legislators including Donna Howard, Gina Hinojosa, and Celia Israel (all from Austin), held a Capitol press conference..."

Feb. 3, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

85th Texas Legislature Preview

Can the GOP-run House and Senate get along well enough to get anything accomplished?

"...you're actually registered, so Reps. Carol Alvarado, D-Houston, and Celia Israel, D-Austin, have both filed online electronic registration bills..."

Jan. 13, 2017 News Feature by the News Staff

What’s Bad for Queers Is Also Bad for Texas

Local businesses show support for LGBTQ community

"...recruitment and competition, while Austin Reps. Donna Howard and Celia Israel vowed to fight against discriminatory legislation...."

Dec. 9, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

State Lege: Same, Same, but Different

We could have told you in advance, not much change happening at state level

"...Demo­crat to Republican. Incumbent Dems Eddie Rodriguez, Donna Howard, Celia Israel, and Dawnna Dukes all held their seats (although..."

Nov. 11, 2016 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Top 10 Local Stories

"...a good day to be Texan," said State Rep. Celia Israel in June, celebrating the historic U.S. Supreme Court..."

Jan. 1, 2016 News Feature by Michael King

Mueller vs. TCAD: Affordability Fight in Court

Attorney for Mueller homeowners says TCAD is incorrectly applying the law

"...In a Nov. 13 letter addressed to state Rep. Celia Israel (who had testified to TCAD's board about the..."

Dec. 11, 2015 News Feature by Michael King

Candidates Line Up to File

Candidate filing deadline Dec. 14

"...of the five local Democratic reps – Donna Howard, Celia Israel, and Eddie Rodriguez – have filed, and dean..."

Nov. 27, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Lege Stirs Into Action

And the member shuffle continues

"...of the gate was the newest member, District 50 Demo­crat Celia Israel filing House Bill 76, allowing electronic voter registration. She's..."

Nov. 21, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

City to Review LGBT Rights Performance

CM Riley wants Austin to be equality leader

"...Rhea and AGLCC Vice President Ceci Gratias. State Rep. Celia Israel said, "Living up to the promise of equality..."

May 30, 2014 News Feature by Brandon Watson

Marriage Equality Ruling

February 26, 2014. 27 photos.

"...Martinez, AGLCC President Jimmy Flannigan, new Texas State Representative Celia Israel, and others..."

Feb. 27, 2014 Photo Gallery

It's Lonely at the Polls

Early voting kicks off with a whimper

"...and negative campaigning between the three Democratic candidates – Celia Israel, Rico Reyes, and Jade Chang Sheppard – and..."

Nov. 1, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Point Austin: A Sense of History

By the way, there's an election, and it's your choice

"...a runoff seems virtually certain between him and either Celia Israel, Rico Reyes, or Jade Chang Sheppard – but..."

Nov. 1, 2013 News Column by Michael King

Lege Lines

Get ready for special number three

"...election. The three remaining Democrats in the special – Celia Israel, Rico Reyes, and Jade Chang Sheppard – have..."

Aug. 2, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Lege Lines

With only transportation left on the special session agenda, the 2014 race begins

"...Bringing up the rear is longtime Austin political organizer Celia Israel, who raised $50,576 and has $45,194 left to..."

July 19, 2013 News Column by Richard Whittaker

AISD Bonds: More Sprawl and Surveillance?

The Austin ISD bond proposal includes plans for new construction and security measures that are raising some public questions

"...funding support staff to maintain the security systems.) However, Celia Israel, one of the task force's co-chairs, says she's..."

March 26, 2004 News Feature by Rachel Proctor May

Naked City

Even GOP reps don't like the burgeoning Northeast Travis waste belt.

"...may file for permission to expand vertically. Pressed by Celia Israel, Democratic candidate for the Precinct 1 Commissioners Court..."

Nov. 7, 2003 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

The city's new police review panel isn't as apolitical as it was supposed to be.

"...conduct. The seven panelists -- Dr. Sterling Lands II, Celia Israel, Robert Mendoza, Roy Butler, Ashton Cumberbatch Jr., Tony..."

Dec. 14, 2001 News Feature by Jordan Smith

LGBTQ Caucus' Queer Priorities at the Texas Capitol

House's recently formed caucus announces top causes for 2019

"...time. Formed by the House’s five LGBTQ representatives González, Celia Israel (D-Austin), Jessica González, Julie Johnson (D-Carroll­ton), and Erin..."

Feb. 6, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

‘Martinez for Austin’ Kicks Off Campaign

Council member opens all-city tour at Barton Springs

"...Texas House of Representatives,” newly elected District 50 Rep. Celia Israel. Cravey noted Martinez’s “hands-0n” support for the pool..."

April 5, 2014 News Post by Michael King

'Chronicle' Endorsement

"...early voting runs Jan. 21-24. Texas House District 50: Celia Israel..."

Jan. 17, 2014 News Feature

Qmmunity: Queer Comedy Pipeline

Ivy Le talks the impact of Tongue in Cheek, a queer comedy open mic providing fertile ground for Austin's LGBTQ comics

"...with cast members like Justice, Casady Milan, DeeGee Rey, Celia Light, Emerald Van Cartier, and Evah Destruction. Remember: "Flash..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Column by James Scott

Public Notice: The Ghosts of Austin’s Future

Two different City Councils; four different land use results

"...two very different styles and support: retiring Texas Rep. Celia Israel's campaign has been aggressive, issue-oriented, and pugnacious, and..."

Oct. 21, 2022 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Austin at Large: The Bold Eye of the Beholder

Watson releases his first housing proposals, puts his “get it done” brand to the test

"...his improbable comeback bid. His main rival, state Rep. Celia Israel, came out about a month ago with her..."

July 22, 2022 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

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