What we do
TANO’s Public Policy Working Group:
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Strengthens the ability of the Texas nonprofit sector to influence policy and decision-makers.
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Provides a framework through which constituents can process, evaluate and be proactive about issues that impact the nature of non-profit activity in Texas and beyond.
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Compiles local and national issues of potential legal impact into suggested annual public policy agenda for approval by the TANO Board
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Participates in the legislative process by educating legislators, attending hearings and providing testimony where appropriate.
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Educates members about the political process and important public policy issues
Our goals
TANO’s Public Policy Working Group's Goals are to:
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Build capacity of the nonprofit sector in Texas
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Monitor and take action on public policy issues which affect the sector locally, and as a whole
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Seek sector-wide consensus on public policy issues whenever possible
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Provide a unified voice for TANO and its members
To join TANO’s Public Policy Working Group
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For more information or be become involved in the Public Policy Working Group, contact Barry Silverberg, TANO President & CEO.