Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: January 8, 2026
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website operated on behalf of the Dana Van De Walker Campaign for Texas State Board of Education, District 8 (the “Campaign,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
By accessing or using this website, submitting information through the website, signing up for Campaign communications, volunteering, registering for an event, or making a contribution, you agree to these Terms.
If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue use of the website.
1. Purpose of This Website
This website is provided for informational and political campaign purposes, including to:
Provide information about Dana Van De Walker and the Campaign.
Provide information about Campaign priorities, events, and activities.
Allow individuals to volunteer or contact the Campaign.
Provide Campaign updates and communications.
Facilitate lawful political contributions.
Provide information concerning voting, elections, and Campaign activities.
Information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only.
Nothing on this website constitutes legal, tax, financial, accounting, or other professional advice.
Use of this website or communication with the Campaign does not create an attorney-client relationship or other professional relationship.
Campaign Contributions
Contributions made through this website or through Campaign fundraising platforms are political contributions and are subject to applicable Texas and federal laws.
Contributions to the Campaign are not tax-deductible for federal income tax purposes.
Texas law prohibits corporations, including nonprofit corporations, and labor organizations from making political contributions in connection with Texas and local elections, subject to certain statutory distinctions and exceptions. Texas Ethics Commission
By making a contribution, you represent that:
The contribution is being made from funds that may lawfully be contributed.
The information you provide is accurate.
You are not making the contribution in the name of another person.
The contribution complies with applicable campaign-finance law.
The Campaign reserves the right to reject, return, or refund any contribution when required by law or when the Campaign determines that accepting the contribution may create a legal or compliance issue.
Certain contributor information may be collected, retained, reported, or publicly disclosed as required by applicable campaign-finance laws.
Texas Code of Fair Campaign Practices
The Dana Van De Walker Campaign subscribes to the Texas Code of Fair Campaign Practices.
Texas Ethics Commission rules expressly allow a candidate who has filed the Code of Fair Campaign Practices to use this or a substantially similar statement in political advertising. Texas Ethics Commission
SMS Terms & Conditions
1. SMS Consent
By voluntarily providing your mobile telephone number and expressly opting in to receive text messages from the Dana Van De Walker Campaign, you consent to receive SMS or MMS communications from the Campaign.
Consent to receive text messages is voluntary and is not a condition of making a campaign contribution, volunteering, or otherwise supporting the Campaign.
Phone numbers and SMS consent information obtained through the Campaign's SMS opt-in process will not be sold or shared with unrelated third parties for their independent marketing purposes.
Information may be shared with service providers that assist the Campaign in operating its messaging program, subject to applicable contractual and privacy obligations.
2. Types of SMS Communications
If you consent to receive text messages from the Dana Van De Walker Campaign, messages may include:
Campaign news and updates.
Election reminders.
Voting and polling-place information.
Early-voting reminders.
Event information and invitations.
Volunteer opportunities.
Campaign announcements.
Fundraising communications.
Requests for support.
Other Campaign-related communications.
Example Message
Dana Van De Walker Campaign:
Hi [First Name], this is the Dana Van De Walker Campaign for Texas State Board of Education, District 8.
Election Day is approaching. Make your voice heard and remember to vote.
For Campaign information and updates, visit our website.
Reply STOP to opt out. Reply HELP for help. Message and data rates may apply.
3. Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary based on Campaign activities, elections, events, and the communications you have requested.
You may receive recurring Campaign messages after opting in.
The Campaign does not guarantee a specific number of messages per week or month.
4. Message and Data Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply according to your wireless carrier and service plan.
The Campaign is not responsible for charges imposed by your wireless carrier.
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
5. How to Opt In
You may opt in to Campaign SMS communications through methods made available by the Campaign, which may include:
Checking an SMS consent box on the Campaign website.
Completing a Campaign sign-up or contact form.
Registering for Campaign communications.
Providing your mobile number through another Campaign-authorized opt-in process.
Where an online form is used, SMS consent should be obtained through a clearly disclosed affirmative opt-in.
6. How to Opt Out
You may withdraw your consent to receive Campaign text messages at any time.
To opt out, reply:
STOP
to a Campaign text message.
You may also communicate your request to stop receiving messages through any other reasonable method made available by the Campaign.
Under current FCC rules, recipients of covered robocalls or robotexts may revoke consent through reasonable means, and standardized reply terms such as STOP, QUIT, END, REVOKE, OPT OUT, CANCEL, or UNSUBSCRIBE are recognized methods of revoking consent. FCC Docs
After an opt-out request is processed, you should no longer receive Campaign marketing or political text messages at that number, except for a permitted confirmation message or communications otherwise allowed by law.
7. Help
For assistance with Campaign text messages, reply:
HELP
You may also contact the Campaign at:
Additional contact information may be provided on the Campaign website.
8. Standard SMS Disclosures
By participating in the Campaign's SMS program, you acknowledge that:
Message frequency may vary.
Message and data rates may apply.
Consent is not a condition of making a contribution.
Reply STOP to unsubscribe.
Reply HELP for assistance.
Mobile carriers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages.
Your participation is also governed by the Campaign's Privacy Policy and these Terms and Conditions.
Email Communications
If you provide your email address and request or consent to Campaign communications, the Campaign may send:
Campaign updates.
Event information.
Volunteer opportunities.
Election information.
Fundraising communications.
Other Campaign-related messages.
You may unsubscribe from Campaign marketing emails using the unsubscribe link provided in applicable messages.
Certain transactional, administrative, compliance, or legally required communications may still be sent when appropriate.
Acceptable Use
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.
You may not:
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems.
Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful technology.
Interfere with website functionality or security.
Attempt to collect information about other users without authorization.
Use the website for fraudulent or unlawful activity.
Impersonate another person.
Provide deliberately false or misleading information.
Attempt to circumvent security measures.
Use automated systems in a manner that places an unreasonable burden on the website.
The Campaign may restrict access to the website if it reasonably believes these Terms have been violated.
Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, Campaign-created content appearing on this website, including:
Text
Graphics
Campaign logos
Photographs
Videos
Website designs
Campaign materials
Written materials
is owned by, licensed to, or used with permission by the Campaign and may be protected by applicable copyright, trademark, or other intellectual-property laws.
Nothing in these Terms transfers ownership of Campaign intellectual property to website visitors.
Use of Campaign materials remains subject to applicable laws, including laws governing copyright, trademarks, political speech, commentary, news reporting, and fair use.
Third-Party Services
The website may use or link to third-party services, including:
Campaign fundraising platforms.
Payment processors.
Email providers.
SMS providers.
Event-registration services.
Social-media platforms.
Analytics services.
Mapping services.
Video-hosting platforms.
Those services operate under their own terms and privacy policies.
The Campaign does not control and is not responsible for the privacy, security, availability, or practices of third-party websites or services.
External Links
Links to external websites may be provided for convenience or informational purposes.
A link does not necessarily constitute endorsement of the organization, content, product, service, or position associated with that website.
The Campaign is not responsible for external websites or their content.
Accuracy of Information
The Campaign makes reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information.
However, Campaign information may change, including:
Event dates and locations.
Election information.
Campaign announcements.
Policy materials.
Endorsements.
Volunteer opportunities.
Candidate appearances.
The Campaign does not guarantee that every item on the website will always be current, complete, or error-free.
For official election dates, polling locations, voter-registration requirements, and government election information, users should consult the appropriate election authority.
Disclaimer of Warranties
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, this website and its content are provided on an:
“AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE”
basis.
The Campaign does not guarantee uninterrupted operation, error-free content, continuous availability, or complete security of the website.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Campaign and its authorized representatives will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or similar damages arising from the use of or inability to use this website.
Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.
Privacy
Use of this website is also governed by the Dana Van De Walker Campaign Privacy Policy.
The Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, disclosed, and retained.
Changes to These Terms
The Campaign may revise these Terms periodically.
Updates will be posted on this page and may include a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website following publication of updated Terms constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by applicable federal law and the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
Contact Information
For questions about these Terms and Conditions, Campaign communications, or SMS participation, contact:
Dana Van De Walker Campaign
Candidate for Texas State Board of Education, District 8
Email: dana4txsboe8@gmail.com