Jacquie Benestante

Supporter & advocate for public education, autism & disability rights advocacy. Intolerant of intolerance.

[AutismTX @AutismTx]

We’re so excited to receive a $4,102.76 crypto donation! 

Huge thanks to @donatedotgg & @leap_xyz. This support helps us connect Autistic individuals and families across TX with resources, support, and community. 

https://t.co/VKm4p8nN3N

 #TeamAutism

[James Talarico @jamestalarico]

NEW: 90% of Texans believe that private school vouchers should be put on the ballot.

But Greg Abbott is trying to kill an amendment that would let the people decide.

What are you afraid of,
@GregAbbott_TX?

[Scott Braddock @scottbraddock]

Roberson's lawyer points to his autism as a reason that testimony via Zoom on Monday would make no sense #txlege

[Supreme Court of TX @SupremeCourt_TX]

The Supreme Court of Texas has granted a Texas House of Representatives' emergency motion in part and issued a stay, effectively halting the execution of Robert Roberson. Find the order here: https://t.co/puuibHZW7R

[Scott Braddock @scottbraddock]

Just in: The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals rules against the Texas House effort to subpoena death row inmate Robert Roberson. Chair @leachfortexas and @moodyforelpaso will now make one last effort asking the Texas Supreme Court to weigh in #TxLege

[Jacquie Benestante @jacquie_be]

@suzannepotts Omg! So sorry.

[AutismTX @AutismTx]

AST has 25 active support groups across the state for Autistic adults & children as well as their loved ones.

Help us create even more connections in the Texas Autism community by making a gift: https://t.co/EIeH8hGLJJ

See our upcoming groups: https://t.co/6U5mtP8hCd

[James Talarico @jamestalarico]

Abbott and his billionaire mega-donors are trying to defund our schools with a voucher scam.

My colleagues and I are fighting to fully fund our schools.

Our message is simple: fund students, not scams. #txlege

[James Talarico @jamestalarico]

Two billionaire mega-donors are trying to dismantle public education in Texas.

Voucher scams, book bans, CRT scares — it’s all part of their plan to close our neighborhood schools.

I explained their strategy in a community meeting… #txlege

[AutismTX @AutismTx]

Did you know private schools don't have to take children with Autism or provide any Special Education supports? Our Executive Director testified at the Senate Education Committee hearing yesterday on one of many concerns about school vouchers. Read more 📰
https://t.co/ziaoEjxpIp

[Dr. Mary E. Gonzalez @RepMaryGonzalez]

Gov. Abbott sent a letter this week declaring his intent to call a third special session on October 9. While the call has not been officially said, know that I will never support any voucher program. Our schools and educators need to be fully funded today and always. #txlege

[AutismTX @AutismTx]

'We’re not happy' | HISD parent worried about dismantling of HISD's autism support team. Our Exec. Director commented on the problems facing families https://t.co/y9khQNfz7Y via @KHOU #AutismAcceptance

[AutismTX @AutismTx]

Join families from the local Autism community for our Volente Beach Water Park Pool Party in Leander on September 9th, 9AM-11AM (opens to general public at 11AM)! Entry is free for Autistic attendees.

Learn more & RSVP: https://t.co/kW1EFpHTYz

#AutismEvent #Do512

[AutismTX @AutismTx]

Join families from the local Autism community for our summer pool party at Volente Beach Water Park on September 9th, 9-11AM! Entry is free for Autistic attendee & $12 per person for friends and family.

Learn more and RSVP here: https://t.co/kW1EFpHTYz

#AutismEvent #Do512

[AutismTX @AutismTx]

College is a time of gaining independence and adulthood experiences for young adults. Autistic individuals in this stage of life can be presented with unique challenges.

Discover ways to provide additional support at the link: https://t.co/l2N8uzRpBt

#AutismResources #College

[Jay Root @byjayroot]

This is a photo of a baby being passed through concertina wire near Eagle Pass, Texas yesterday. 1/4

[Scott Braddock @scottbraddock]

Historic property tax relief* #TxLege

*just for two years with one-time money. See you in 2025 about this.

[Gina Hinojosa @GinaHinojosaTX]

Inspired. @AustinISD stepping up to #SaveOurSchools 🆘

“Our commitment to increased pay is already showing strong results. This time last year, the district faced about 1000 teacher vacancies. Today, we have just 80...”

by @LYNNforAISD

#txlege #txed

https://t.co/OoqafhRag9

[AutismTX @AutismTx]

We are excited to announce that our team will be presenting twice at the 2023 TXP2P Conference in #SanMarcos!

July 14 | 10:30AM-12:00PM: "Autismo 101"
July 15 | 10:30AM-12:00PM: "Autism Burnout: Prevention & Recovery"

More info & register: https://t.co/OS2IXLYjgE

[AutismTX @AutismTx]

We are so grateful to the team at @PedernalesCoop for raising $3905 for Autism Society of Texas! We really appreciate your longtime support, thank you!!
#Grateful #GiveBack