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 »

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 »

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 »

AUSTIN – In 2011, Senator Dan Patrick created the Tea Party Caucus and advisory committee. The caucus met regularly with members of the advisory committee to discuss public policy. Today, Lt. Governor Patrick plans on continuing his practice of coordinating with grassroots leaders. “As promised, and in addition to the Lieutenant Governor Advisory Boards announced… Read more »

AUSTIN – Today, Dan Patrick ended his first week as Texas Lieutenant Governor by announcing the following Senate Committee assignments for the 84th Legislative Session. “After much thought and careful consideration, today I am announcing the members selected to serve on the fourteen committees approved by the Texas Senate. These committees will work on the critical issues that affect… Read more »