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Former Texas Rep. Garnet Coleman Dies at 65 After Decades of Public Service
Coleman helped expand Medicaid and mental health services and authored the Sandra Bland Act during more than three decades in the Texas House.
- Former Texas State Representative Garnet Coleman died Wednesday at age 65 from natural causes, his family announced on Thursday. Coleman served in the Texas House for 31 years championing healthcare and social justice.
- During his 31 years in the Texas House, Coleman championed major healthcare reforms, including establishing Children's Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program. He secured funding for HIV/AIDS services and mental health parity during four legislative sessions as a budget writer.
- Beyond health policy, Coleman authored the Sandra Bland Act, mandating crisis intervention training for peace officers and independent jail death investigations. He advocated for Texas Southern University, Prairie View A&M University, and the University of Houston.
- Political leaders remembered him warmly; former Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan praised Coleman's "unmatched tenacity" in fighting for his district. State Representative Armando Walle said "I loved him like a brother."
- Coleman's family, including wife Angelique and children Austin and Evan, requested privacy while noting funeral services will be announced later. They hope he will be remembered for his public service and commitment to uplifting all Texans.
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