Taking Care of Republican Business event held on Oct. 14

Oct. 12—Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar will be keynote speaker for the "Taking Care Of Republican Business" fundraising event, benefiting the Republican Party of Navarro County. It will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14 at the Cook Center, located at 3200 West Seventh Avenue on the Navarro College Corsicana campus. Dinner, auction, and speakers will begin at 6:30 p.m. (Contributor Reception will occur at 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.). Dress business casual. Singing entertainment by Joanna Fritz.

Glenn Hegar was elected Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts in 2014, and was re-elected in 2018 and 2022. Hegar is Texas' chief financial officer — The state's treasurer, check writer, tax collector, procurement officer, and revenue estimator.

Upon taking office, Hegar reorganized the agency for quicker and more effective decision-making. He reduced its administrative footprint by working with the Legislature to eliminate inefficient programs and transfer others that did not fit core missions. Additionally, he recommended the repeal of eight taxes, six of which were administered by his agency.

As CFO for the world's eighth largest economy, Hegar monitors Texas' financial health to ensure it maintains strong fund balances. He is focused on his agency's constitutional duties and committed to maintaining its reputation for customer service and transparency. He founded the state's Transparency Stars program, pushed for ways to protect our Rainy Day Fund against rising inflation, worked to reform our state pension systems, and guided the formation of the nation's first state administered precious metals depository. He believes a less-burdensome tax system will foster a better environment for job creation and business expansion, and thus a healthier Texas economy.

Legislation passed in 2021 established the Texas Broadband Development Office (BDO), which was placed under the purview of the Comptroller's office, and solidified Hegar's commitment to closing Texas' digital divide. To guide the BDO's strategic vision, Hegar seeks constant input from communities across Texas, paving the way for billions of dollars in investment to secure future economic growth, educational opportunities, and health care access for all Texans.

Comptroller Hegar also undertook the creation of the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council following 2021 legislation related to legal claims against companies involved in the opioid crisis. The Council and Comptroller Hegar ensures funds are allocated fairly and spent to remediate the opioid crisis in Texas using efficient, cost -effective methods.

After releasing the 2024-25 Biennial Revenue Estimate, that forecast Texas' largest budget surplus in history, Hegar was instrumental in helping the 88th Legislature manage and allocate unprecedented funding for the state's highest priorities — including $18 billion in property tax relief, $3 billion to establish financing programs for new water supply projects, and $1.5 billion for Broadband Infrastructure Fund. Hegar's office will administer a grant program providing more resources for sheriffs, constables, and prosecutors in rural Texas.

Before his election as Texas Comptroller, Hegar served in the Texas House of Representatives and Texas Senate. He is a 1993 graduate of Texas A&M University, St. Mary's University, and University of Arkansas, where he earned his MA and law degrees. A sixth-generation Texan, Hegar's upbringing taught him the core values of hard work, honesty, and integrity — the same values he and his wife Dara strive to instill in their three teenagers.

The event will be saluting our Veterans, Active Military, and First Responders with a special ticket price.

To purchase tickets in advance, click on the Calendar tab on the www.navgop.org website, just below the banner. Scroll down to the "Taking Care Of Republican Business" event and click on the "Get Tickets" link.

Veterans, Active Military, and First Responders — $ 35 each

General Public — $ 50 each

Table for 8 — $ 400

VIP Table for 8 — $ 1,000 (close proximity to stage, special speaker access & recognition)

Select quantity and "Get Tickets". Seating is limited, so make your reservations now.

Credit card payments preferred, or make checks payable to RPNC (Republican Party of Navarro County). Notate on the check the number of dinner guests and/or contributor level.

Mail to:

RPNC

P.O. Box 1272

Corsicana, Texas 75151

All proceeds will benefit the Republican Party Of Navarro County operations and will stay in Navarro County. For more information, reference the website www.navgop.org.