AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued this statement today following the passage of Senate Bill 6, the Congressional District Map, by Sen. Joan Huffman, R-Houston:

“The congressional district map that the Texas Senate passed today is both legal and fair. This map displays our collective commitment to making sure every Texan’s voice is heard in Washington, D.C. I want to thank all 31 senators for their hard work, and especially Sen. Huffman for her leadership throughout the redistricting process.”