2020 OMLD
OMLD lapel pins await their Orange and Maroon advocates.
From left to right: The Association of Former Students of Texas A&M, President, Porter S. Garner III and Chairman of the Board, Robert E. "Bob" Jordan, stand with current Texas Exes President, Gay Gaddis, University of Texas President, Jay Hartzell, and Texas Exes Executive Director, Chuck Harris stand together in their efforts during the 2023 Orange and Maroon Legislative Day.
Association leadership from the University of Texas and Texas A&M meet with Speaker of the House, Dade Phelan.
Association leadership from the University of Texas and Texas A&M meet with Speaker of the House, Dade Phelan.
Longhorn advocates in the rotunda of the Texas Capitol.
Texas Exes Executive Director, Chuck Harris and current President, Gay Gaddis at the Capitol during the biannual Orange and Maroon Legislative Day.
Never too young to advocate for the Horns.
Burnt Orange advocacy. Volunteers show their spirit at the end of a long day of walking the Capitol halls.
Left to right: Texas A&M Chancellor, John Sharpe, President Dr. Kathy M. Banks, Association President, Porter S. Garner, Association Chairman, Robert "Bob" Jordan, Texas Lt. Governor, Dan Patrick, University of Texas President, Jay Hartzell, University of Texas Chancellor James Milliken, Texas Exes President, Gay Gaddis and Executive Director Chuck Harris pose for a photo before a closed door meeting at the Texas Capitol.

Orange and Maroon
Legislative Day

 

February 26, 2025

During the 89th Legislative Session, Aggies and Longhorns will unite in Austin, Texas at the Capitol and showcase the value of Tier 1 universities for Texas.

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2023 OMLD Handbook

State funding is a critical component for all Texas colleges and universities to maintain accessibility, affordability, and quality education for students and families. See our legislative priorities and what we're advocating for this session.

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