Ken Legler announces for state representative

September 10, 2007
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PASADENA - Ken Legler, a Pasadena native, has announced his candidacy for state representative, District 144, to fill the vacancy left by Robert Talton's planned retirement from the Texas Legislature.

Talton has announced his intention to run for US Congress.

"I am proud of the job Rep. Talton has done. His service to our area, since his election in 1992, will be a model for anyone who hopes to succeed him," Legler said. "My candidacy is in response to the many local business, community and political leaders who have asked me to offer myself for this position. I welcome the challenge and this new opportunity to serve my community."

The call to public service is not a new one for Legler; two Texas governors have appointed him the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality Advisory Board Member for Small Business. He is also a board member of the Texas Association of Business and the National Federation of Independent Business.

"I have chosen to live, work, and play in East Harris County. It is my home and my passion. I have worked hard, built businesses, earned a paycheck, and made a payroll. I have worked as a board member for the chamber and economic development organizations in the area. I have coached boys and girls sports and was elected commissioner of teenage baseball in Pasadena for 2 years.

"I look forward to the campaign and the opportunity to have an open debate on the important public policy issues affecting our area and all of Texas," Legler concluded.

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