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Republican James White resigns from Texas House early to take leadership job at Texas Funeral Services Commission

White, the only Black Republican in the Legislature, leaves office after 11 years and a failed run for agriculture commissioner.

State Rep. James White, R-Hillister, on the House floor on Tuesday, August 10, 2021.

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