Flynn Seeks Repeal of Dodd-Frank Law

AUSTIN — Members of the state Legislature, including an East Texan, are sending a message to the federal government — don’t mess with Texas. More than a dozen bills have been filed to challenge what lawmakers consider to be federal overreach. State Representative Dan Flynn of Van has filed a proposal asking Congress to repeal the Dodd-Frank Law — which he says applies to small community banks that had nothing do with the financial meltdown of 2008. Flynn says Texas is successful because it doesn’t get in the way of business. In comments to “Texas Insider,” Flynn said, “If we want to have a business climate that’s not full of regulations, then we can continue to grow.” The 84th Texas Legislature convenes Tuesday.