Charles Schwertner, Texas State Senator representing the 5th Senate district since 2013, has recently addressed several key issues facing Texans through a series of posts on his social media account.
On December 10, 2025, Schwertner commented on ongoing efforts to address property taxes in Texas. He stated, “Property taxes are still too high, and we will do more to provide Texans with relief! This plan is a huge step in the right direction.”
Later that day, Schwertner discussed regional collaboration on water management. He wrote on December 10, 2025: “This morning, leaders from across the region came together at the Alliance for a Better Williamson County’s Water Summit to address one of our fastest-growing challenges: long-term water demand in Williamson County and Central Texas. The county is launching a water study, with”
The following day, December 11, 2025, Schwertner highlighted his legislative record regarding abortion policy and thanked supporters for their endorsement. He posted: “Throughout my time in the Legislature, I’ve always been a pro-life champion. I’ve fought to protect the sanctity of life & authored the law that stopped Planned Parenthood from harvesting & selling babies’ tissue. Thank you to @TXAlliance4Life PAC for your endorsement & support!”
Schwertner has served as a Republican member of the Texas State Senate since 2013 after succeeding Steve Ogden as representative of District 5.
