President Obama was handed a major setback tonight in what I always believed was his unlawful attempt to circumvent the U.S. Constitution by creating amnesty for millions of people here illegally. U.S. District Judge Andrew Hanen ruled in favor of Texas and 25 other states who challenged President Obama’s executive action on immigration. I applaud… Read more »
Year: 2015
Update from Lt. Governor Dan Patrick (Feb. 13)
It was less than four weeks ago that we were gathered on the south steps of the Texas capitol to celebrate a NEW DAY in Texas. During the inauguration ceremony, Governor Abbott and I talked about delivering on the promises we made throughout our campaigns. I am happy to report that I am working quickly… Read more »
Patrick has Senate on fast track
Quick passage of bills, property tax relief are his primary goals AUSTIN – Armed with what he sees as a conservative mandate from Texas voters, and pledging to quickly move on his campaign agenda, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says the Senate intends to take the unusual step of passing and sending major bills to the… Read more »
Texas Senate Update from Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick
In the Texas Senate we’re already off to a fast start with a mission to get our priorities done sooner, rather than later. This will allow us more time to focus on the state’s top priorities instead of scrambling at the finish line to get the job done before time runs out. Lt. Governor Patrick… Read more »
Lt. Governor Patrick on Border Security
AUSTIN – Today, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick held a press conference where he announced an update on border security priorities in the senate. “Since deploying the national guard and increasing our Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers on the border last summer, we have seen a significant decline in the number of apprehensions,” said Patrick…. Read more »
Lt. Governor Patrick and Senator Nichols Announce Transportation Bill
AUSTIN – Today, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, along with Senate Transportation Chair, Robert Nichols, announced the filing of SB 5 and SJR 5, which dedicates a portion of existing motor vehicle sales tax revenue to fund road construction and maintenance. “I am proud that Senator Nichols is leading the charge in addressing our ailing… Read more »
Dan Patrick Statement on Senate Gun Bills
AUSTIN – Today, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick referred the following legislation to the Senate State Affairs Committee: -Senate Bill 342 (SB 342), Relating to providing for the open and concealed carrying of handguns without a license and to related offenses and penalties. -Senate Bill 346 (SB 346), Relating to the authority of a person… Read more »
Senate Gun Bills Update
AUSTIN – Today, as previously planned, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick referred the following legislation to State Affairs: Senate Bill 11 (SB 11), Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education, referred to State Affairs committee. Texas Lieutenant Governor, Dan Patrick, said, “I… Read more »
Lt. Governor Patrick Makes a Statement on Gov. Perry Indictment
AUSTIN – Today, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick makes the following statement: “I am extremely disappointed that the case against Governor Rick Perry will continue. “Gov. Perry is a dedicated public servant who served our state with integrity and in the best interest of Texans. “I believe he was within his constitutional authority to make… Read more »
Lt. Governor Patrick and Senator Nelson Announce Senate Budget
AUSTIN – Today, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, along with Senate Finance Chair, Jane Nelson, announced the comprehensive senate budget. “I am very pleased to join Senate Finance Chair Jane Nelson in announcing the Senate’s budget blueprint (Senate Bill 2) for the next biennium,” said Patrick. “Senator Nelson has helped design a budget all Texans… Read more »