Carl O. Sherman facts for kids
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Carl Sherman
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| Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 109th district |
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| In office January 8, 2019 – January 2025 |
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| Preceded by | Helen Giddings |
| Succeeded by | Aicha Davis |
| 20th Mayor of DeSoto | |
| In office 2010–2016 |
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| Preceded by | Bobby Waddle |
| Succeeded by | Curtistene McCowan |
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Carl Oscar Sherman
June 13, 1966 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Michelle |
| Children | 5 |
| Residence | DeSoto, Texas |
| Alma mater | Northwood University |
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Carl Oscar Sherman Sr. was born on June 13, 1966. He is an American politician. Since 2019, he has represented District 109 in the Texas House of Representatives. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Before that, he was the 20th mayor of DeSoto, Texas from 2010 to 2016.
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Carl Sherman: A Texas Leader
Carl Sherman has spent many years serving his community. He has worked in local government and now helps make laws for the entire state of Texas.
Serving as Mayor of DeSoto
Carl Sherman became the mayor of DeSoto, Texas in May 2010. Before that, he was a "mayor pro tem" in 2008 and 2009. A mayor pro tem is like a vice-mayor. They step in if the mayor is not available.
He was re-elected as mayor in 2013. He finished his time as mayor in 2016. After him, Curtistene McCowan became the new mayor.
Working in the Texas Legislature
In 2018, Carl Sherman decided to run for a new job. He wanted to represent District 109 in the Texas House of Representatives. This job involves making laws for the state of Texas. The previous representative, Helen Giddings, was retiring.
He won his election and became a state representative in 2019. He was the only candidate on the ballot in the main election. He ran for re-election in 2020.
What is the Texas Legislature?
The Texas Legislature is the law-making body for the state of Texas. It has two parts: the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate. Representatives like Carl Sherman propose and vote on bills. These bills can become laws that affect everyone in Texas.
Important Issues and Debates
In 2023, Carl Sherman spoke out against a bill. This bill would have allowed small extra homes, called "accessory dwelling units" (ADUs), in areas where only single-family homes were usually allowed. ADUs are like small apartments or cottages built on the same property as a main house.
The bill was meant to help create more homes. This could help solve housing problems in Texas cities. However, Carl Sherman believed that allowing ADUs might cause problems for homeowners. He thought it could make things difficult for people's homes and their "American dream."
Honoring History
In 2022, Carl Sherman was a special guest speaker. He spoke at an event for the Ellis County African American Hall of Fame Museum and Library. This event honored important people by adding them to the Wall of Fame.
