The Texas Roots of the Hate Crimes Bill

Today, President Barack Obama signed into law the Hate Crimes Prevention Act.

"...signed into law: The Matthew Shepard & James Byrd Hate Crimes Prevention Act. But did you know that the..."

Oct. 29, 2009 Qmmunity Post by Kate X Messer

Hate Crimes and Punishment

The Gay Debate

"...Senator Rodney Ellis of Houston, who proposed the 1993 hate crimes bill, has been at the forefront of this..."

Sept. 11, 1998 News Feature by Janet Heimlich

The Hate Crimes Debate

Murders of Gay Men Cause Concern

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March 14, 1997 News Feature by Amy Smith

House Democrats Introduce Bill to Protect Transgender Texans

HB 1513 would expand scope of James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Act

"...from conservative lawmakers, Democratic legislators on Monday introduced a bill (HB 1513) that would expand the 2001 James Byrd..."

May 3, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

The Road Against Hate

The Hurtado murders measure the distance Austin and Texas must travel

"...swift denunciation of the crime as one fueled by hate. "Regardless of whether it is prosecuted as a hate..."

May 6, 2011 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Not Enough Hate in East Texas?

An East Texas Republican comes under fire for making nice with black legislators.

"..."E" is Hinshaw's (incorrect) assertion that "Merritt co-authored the hate crimes bill." Merritt is not among the several dozen..."

Dec. 21, 2001 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Texas Bathroom Bill Battle Officially Begins

Sen. Kolkhorst has filed the Texas Privacy Act

"...As predicted, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has his bathroom bill. Senate Bill 6, labeled the “Texas Privacy Act,” was..."

Jan. 5, 2017 News Post by Sarah Marloff

Abbott Wants to Extend Hate Crime Protections to Police

"...through state Legislature during the 2017 session. The prospective bill, sketched out in deliberate response to the recent shooting..."

July 22, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Bloody Murders

Gay Rights Lobby's Quiet Fight for Hate Crimes Bill

"...she recalls. The issue at hand was an LGRL-supported bill, submitted by Houston Democrats Senator Rodney Ellis and Representative..."

Jan. 24, 1997 News Column by Louisa C. Brinsmade

Naked City

Texas House passes Hate Crimes bill; mesasure goes to Senate.

"...where Texas hero Sam Houston would have stood on hate crimes legislation, a San Antonio lawmaker has the answer...."

April 27, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Naked City

The James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Act wins approval at a House committee hearing, after several hours of emotional testimony.

"...show presentation that opened Monday's marathon hearing on her hate crimes bill. Thompson, the House sponsor of the bill..."

Feb. 23, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Naked City

The James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Act makes a comeback in the 77th legislative session.

"...of this year's incarnation of the James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Act expect the measure to win easy approval..."

Feb. 16, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Renewing the Rainbow

A Preview of the Gay / Lesbian Right Lobby Agenda for the 77th Legislature

"...the seeming futility of trying to pass the biannual hate crimes bill, which in 1999 flamed out in a..."

Jan. 19, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Naked City

Rick Perry signs the James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Act, giving his political supporters and opponents new ammunition.

"...The ink had barely dried on a new hate crimes bill when political pundits started placing bets on..."

May 18, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Then There's This: Redemption, Texas

Theatre en Bloc Brings one gay rights activist's fight to the stage

"...the Texas Leg­islature passed the historic James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Act, a young Austin theatre company is paying..."

Sept. 14, 2012 News Column by Amy Smith

Looking for Mr. Goodbill

A look at what's been filed for the 77th session at the Texas Legislature

"...precisely, their staffs) have been busily pre-filing hundreds of bills for consideration in the new year. This session's bills..."

Dec. 29, 2000 News Feature by Michael King

On The Lege

Bushwacked

"...Jasper to convince House members to support a comprehensive hate crimes bill last month. It took four Republican senators,..."

May 21, 1999 News Column

On The Lege

All for Luna

"...the key vote in keeping Sen. Teel Bivins' voucher bill, SB 10, from reaching the Senate floor. A diabetic,..."

April 30, 1999 News Column

On The Lege

Knocking Out Hate

"...HB 938, also known as the James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Act. Gilliam told the House Judicial Affairs Committee..."

March 19, 1999 News Column

The Spirit of 76th

The Presidential Card

"...their protracted and ultimately fruitless fight to win long-sought hate crimes legislation in the Senate. Meanwhile, Republicans were accused..."

June 18, 1999 News Column by Erica C. Barnett

Capitol Chronicle

A right-wing mailout stirs up a firestorm among Texas' Republican legislators.

"...and the fact that more than 20% of the hate crimes reported in Texas are against gay men and..."

March 15, 2002 News Column by Michael King

Postmarks

Barrientos Misrepresented

"...it confronting the armed men who are carrying out crimes in Kosovo. The rain of explosives on Belgrade begs..."

May 7, 1999 Column

Capitol Chronicle

The Legislature enters the home stretch -- two weeks to go.

"...scout-camp giddiness, in celebration of having passed dozens of bills under the gun of a Senate deadline that otherwise..."

May 18, 2001 News Column by Michael King

On the Lege

Christian Sabotage?

"...Sen. Rodney Ellis, D-Houston, argued the merits of proposed hate crimes legislation (HB 638, SB 275) with two of..."

Feb. 26, 1999 News Column

Naked City

Bastrop ISD explains Confederate flag incident, Texas Civil Rights Project files suit against Taco Cabana, Young Conservatives of Texas oppose hate crimes legislation.

"...to this year's version of the James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Act, which last legislative session was stopped in..."

Feb. 16, 2001 News Feature by Louis Dubose

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Bill Holt..."

Feb. 8, 2002 Column

Off the Desk

Hate crimes legislation, Rick Perry, Senfronia Thompson, and the Governor's ex-lobbyist staff members.

"...uneasy, as he had opposed the passage of the hate crimes bill named in honor of the African-American dragged..."

Jan. 19, 2001 News Feature by Louis Dubose

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...the salamander as an endangered species. Said S.O.S. Attorney Bill Bunch: "It confirms [Babbitt's] decision was politically influenced and..."

March 28, 1997 News Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Bill Holt..."

Feb. 1, 2002 Column

On the Lege

Byrd Bill Stalls ... Again

"...for a third time a vote to untie the hate crimes legislation that has been pending there since late..."

May 14, 1999 News Column

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