I'll cut to the chase: DART will die if the state legislature passes HB 3187. Now is our last chance to stop it while the odds are in our favor. Please do the following as soon as possible:
- Use this link to send a letter to your state representatives. Takes two minutes.
- Call one or all members of the Texas House Calendars Committee (listed below) with a simple message: “I am calling to state my opposition to HB 3187. This bill will destroy DART.” Give your name and zip code if asked. The best time to call is between 9-5pm while offices are open. Takes one minute per call.
- Todd Hunter, Chair - (512) 463-0672
- Toni Rose, Vice Chair - (512) 463-0664
- Terry Canales - (512) 463-0426
- Stan Gerdes - (512) 463-0682
- Cody Harris - (512) 463-0730
- Ana Hernandez - (512) 463-0614
- Ann Johnson - (512) 463-0389
- Jeff Leach - (512) 463-0544
- Janie Lopez - (512) 463-0640
- Ramon Romero Jr. - (512) 463-0740
- Carl Tepper - (512) 463-0676
Tips for calling state representatives
Keep it short—most likely, you’ll speak with a staffer who will simply note your position. It’s more effective to make several quick calls than spend too much time on one. Aim for about a minute per call.
If you want to go further, also oppose HB 3879 (which targets Austin’s light rail plans) and HB 4348 (which bans converting car lanes for safer, multi-modal use). Mentioning these bills boosts your impact.
Quick Summary of HB 3187
On February 21, Rep. Matt Shaheen (Plano) filed HB 3187, a bill that would slash DART funding and force a 30% cut in public transit service. If passed, it would double bus and train wait times, eliminate 18 bus routes, TRE, the streetcar, and several GoLink zones, jeopardize over $3.5 billion in transit-oriented development, forfeit a $500 million FIFA grant for the 2026 World Cup, eliminate 5,800 jobs, and reduce or eliminate service for over 100,000 daily riders. There is no upside—this bill would severely damage transportation across North Texas for generations.