We have some incredible news to share!

       Today, I had an important conversation with the Texas Speaker’s Office about Mariah’s Law (Texas Child Abuse Reporting Reform Act), and the response was overwhelmingly positive.

Here’s what happened:

The Speaker’s Office appreciates the urgency and importance of this issue.
They are ready to review our revised proposal for the Texas Child Abuse Reform Act.
Two key policy advisors are now involved to make sure this is reviewed from both public safety and health perspectives.

This means our movement is gaining real traction at the state level! Your signatures and support are helping make this possible—thank you for standing with us to protect Texas children.

For those who are visually impaired or would like to read the full response, here is the email we received:

Subject: Mariah’s Law/Texas Child Abuse Reform Act

From: Shakira Pumphrey

Policy Advisor [Justice & Homeland Security], Office of Speaker Dustin Burrows

Dear Ms. [Name Redacted],

Thank you again for taking the time to speak with me today regarding Mariah’s Law and the broader effort to strengthen child abuse prevention and response protocols in Texas. I truly appreciate your passion and dedication to this important and sensitive issue.

I look forward to reviewing your revised proposal for the Texas Child Abuse Reform Act. In the meantime, I’ve copied my colleague Madelyn Franks, who handles matters related to DSHS and HHSC in the Speaker’s Office. I cover the public safety aspects of this issue, and together we’ll ensure your concerns are reviewed from both health and law enforcement perspectives.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance.

Warm regards,

Shakira “Ky” Pumphrey

Policy Advisor [Justice & Homeland Security]

Office of Speaker Dustin Burrows

This is an exciting milestone, but the work isn’t done yet! Please keep sharing this petition with your friends and family. Every signature strengthens our voice as we move closer to making Mariah’s Law a reality in Texas.

Thank you for standing with us!