texas legislature passes measure to better fund meal-delivery programs statewide
Austin, TX -- In 2007, the 80th Texas Legislature passed a bill sponsored by Rep. Warren Chisum (R-Pampa) and Sen. Kirk Watson (D-Austin) that will better fund nonprofit meal-delivery programs across the state. The bill took effect on September 1, 2007 and will be administered through the Texas Department of Agriculture. Meal-delivery programs are now able to apply for a partial reimbursement of their meal costs.
Called the "Odd Couple" by many for their differing political views, Rep. Chisum and Sen. Watson joined forces on sponsoring this bill because both men realized it was the right thing to do for Texas.
By assisting meal-delivery programs, like Meals on Wheels and More, in feeding the homebound elderly and disabled individuals in our communities, we are not only helping those in need, we are simultaneously saving taxpayer dollars, since the societal costs incurred from individuals in assisted living facilities are much greater than those associated with preparing and delivering a nutritional meal -- the one thing that many homebound persons need to remain living in their own homes.
The partnership between Rep. Chisum and Sen. Watson and the fact that they were able to push this legislation through the State House in just a few months is remarkable. Politics aside, Rep. Chisum and Sen. Watson recognize that we as Texans have a common interest in helping the most fragile members of our society and a common priority to be fiscally responsible.
On Oct. 9, 2007, Meals on Wheels and More held the "Eye2Eye Luncheon" at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin to recognize and celebrate these two men. Meals on Wheels and More is grateful for the dedication and support of both Rep. Chisum and Sen. Watson.
Called the "Odd Couple" by many for their differing political views, Rep. Chisum and Sen. Watson joined forces on sponsoring this bill because both men realized it was the right thing to do for Texas.
By assisting meal-delivery programs, like Meals on Wheels and More, in feeding the homebound elderly and disabled individuals in our communities, we are not only helping those in need, we are simultaneously saving taxpayer dollars, since the societal costs incurred from individuals in assisted living facilities are much greater than those associated with preparing and delivering a nutritional meal -- the one thing that many homebound persons need to remain living in their own homes.
The partnership between Rep. Chisum and Sen. Watson and the fact that they were able to push this legislation through the State House in just a few months is remarkable. Politics aside, Rep. Chisum and Sen. Watson recognize that we as Texans have a common interest in helping the most fragile members of our society and a common priority to be fiscally responsible.
On Oct. 9, 2007, Meals on Wheels and More held the "Eye2Eye Luncheon" at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin to recognize and celebrate these two men. Meals on Wheels and More is grateful for the dedication and support of both Rep. Chisum and Sen. Watson.
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