State Representative Ruth Jones McClendon Files for Re-election
- By Staff Writer
- Published 12/9/2009
- Political
- Unrated
SAN ANTONIO- State Representative Ruth Jones McClendon filed recently for an eighth term in the Texas House of Representatives. Rep. McClendon said: “I am proud of my record of leadership in the Texas House which is made possible by the confidence and support of the constituents of House District 120. It is a tremendous honor to serve my constituents and the citizens of Texas.”
McClendon was first elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 1996, representing District 120 in San Antonio. Her service during the 81st Regular Session of the Legislature marks her seventh term in office.
McClendon has served two terms as Chair of the House Committee on Rules and Resolutions. She also served as a member of the House Committee on Transportation during the 81st Legislative Session.
Additionally, she has held a coveted seat for four terms on the powerful House Appropriations Committee, and was one of five members of the House appointed to serve on the Joint Conference Committee in May, 2009, to refine and approve recommendations for the final form of the $180 billion budget.
McClendon was first elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 1996, representing District 120 in San Antonio. Her service during the 81st Regular Session of the Legislature marks her seventh term in office.
McClendon has served two terms as Chair of the House Committee on Rules and Resolutions. She also served as a member of the House Committee on Transportation during the 81st Legislative Session.
Additionally, she has held a coveted seat for four terms on the powerful House Appropriations Committee, and was one of five members of the House appointed to serve on the Joint Conference Committee in May, 2009, to refine and approve recommendations for the final form of the $180 billion budget.