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  1. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Releases 7 New 2026 Interim Charges to the Texas Senate

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued seven additional 2026 interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges: “Today, I released an additional seven interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Releases 7 New 2026 Interim Charges to the Texas Senate

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued seven additional 2026 interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges: “Today, I released an additional seven interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued seven additional 2026 interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges:

    July 27, 2026Official executive-office source ↗
  2. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows Issue Joint Statement on Audit of Broadband Development Office

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows today issued the following joint statement: “The State of Texas recognizes the importance of expanding broadband access so more Texans can benefit from reliable, high-speed internet. Greater connectivity allows those in communities across the state to pursue more educational and employment… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows Issue Joint Statement on Audit of Broadband Development Office

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows today issued the following joint statement: “The State of Texas recognizes the importance of expanding broadband access so more Texans can benefit from reliable, high-speed internet. Greater connectivity allows those in communities across the state to pursue more educational and employment… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows today issued the following joint statement:

    July 21, 2026Official executive-office source ↗
  3. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Sen. Joan Huffman Announce Continued Success of 2017 Retiree Healthcare Overhaul

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    “Lower Premiums for Retired Teachers and Educators” AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Senate Finance Chair Joan Huffman, R-Houston, applauded the action of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees in lowering premiums for retired teachers and educators under TRS-Care Medicare Advantage. This action comes as a direct result of… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Sen. Joan Huffman Announce Continued Success of 2017 Retiree Healthcare Overhaul

    “Lower Premiums for Retired Teachers and Educators” AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Senate Finance Chair Joan Huffman, R-Houston, applauded the action of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees in lowering premiums for retired teachers and educators under TRS-Care Medicare Advantage. This action comes as a direct result of… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Senate Finance Chair Joan Huffman, R-Houston, applauded the action of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Board of Trustees in lowering premiums for retired teachers and educators under TRS-Care Medicare Advantage. This action comes as a direct result of the landmark 2017 legislative reforms authored by Sen. Joan Huffman and championed by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.

    July 16, 2026Official executive-office source ↗
  4. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows Joint Statement on 2026 Summer Camp Operations

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN, Texas – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Texas House of Representatives Speaker Dustin Burrows issued this joint statement today: “The Texas Legislature’s comprehensive camp safety act, passed in response to last summer’s tragic flooding disaster, has strengthened safety standards for camps statewide. These reforms establish a more rigorous approach to preparedness, including long-overdue requirements… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows Joint Statement on 2026 Summer Camp Operations

    AUSTIN, Texas – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Texas House of Representatives Speaker Dustin Burrows issued this joint statement today: “The Texas Legislature’s comprehensive camp safety act, passed in response to last summer’s tragic flooding disaster, has strengthened safety standards for camps statewide. These reforms establish a more rigorous approach to preparedness, including long-overdue requirements… Read more »

    AUSTIN, Texas – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Texas House of Representatives Speaker Dustin Burrows issued this joint statement today:

    May 5, 2026Official executive-office source ↗
  5. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows Joint Statement on Ibogaine Program Progress

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Texas House of Representatives Speaker Dustin Burrows issued this joint statement today: “Last session, the testimony from wounded soldiers, including former Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell and others, on the positive impact of Ibogaine for people suffering from PTSD and brain injuries, convinced Speaker Burrows and me to allocate… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows Joint Statement on Ibogaine Program Progress

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Texas House of Representatives Speaker Dustin Burrows issued this joint statement today: “Last session, the testimony from wounded soldiers, including former Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell and others, on the positive impact of Ibogaine for people suffering from PTSD and brain injuries, convinced Speaker Burrows and me to allocate… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Texas House of Representatives Speaker Dustin Burrows issued this joint statement today:

    March 31, 2026Official executive-office source ↗
  6. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Releases 2026 Interim Charges to the Texas Senate

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued his 2026 interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges: “Today, I released new interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Texas Legislature, beginning… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Releases 2026 Interim Charges to the Texas Senate

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued his 2026 interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges: “Today, I released new interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Texas Legislature, beginning… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued his 2026 interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges:

    March 27, 2026Official executive-office source ↗
  7. Policy proposalProposed policy

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Announces New Chairs of Standing Committees, Fills Vacancies, and Creates Interim Select Committees

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – With the exit of five members of the Senate, including four chairs, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has named chairs to lead standing and new interim select committees. The chairs serving on the interim select committees will remain in their positions through the 90th Legislative Session, as the select committees will be made permanent… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Announces New Chairs of Standing Committees, Fills Vacancies, and Creates Interim Select Committees

    AUSTIN – With the exit of five members of the Senate, including four chairs, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has named chairs to lead standing and new interim select committees. The chairs serving on the interim select committees will remain in their positions through the 90th Legislative Session, as the select committees will be made permanent… Read more »

    AUSTIN – With the exit of five members of the Senate, including four chairs, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has named chairs to lead standing and new interim select committees. The chairs serving on the interim select committees will remain in their positions through the 90th Legislative Session, as the select committees will be made permanent standing committees when the 90th Legislature commences in January 2027.

    March 23, 2026Official executive-office source ↗
  8. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Announces Senate Select Committee on Religious Liberty

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick today created the Senate Select Committee on Religious Liberty, to be chaired by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford. Upon creating the committee, Lt. Gov. Patrick issued the following statement: “For the past year, I have had the honor of serving as Chairman of President Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission in Washington,… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Announces Senate Select Committee on Religious Liberty

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick today created the Senate Select Committee on Religious Liberty, to be chaired by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford. Upon creating the committee, Lt. Gov. Patrick issued the following statement: “For the past year, I have had the honor of serving as Chairman of President Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission in Washington,… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick today created the Senate Select Committee on Religious Liberty, to be chaired by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford. Upon creating the committee, Lt. Gov. Patrick issued the following statement:

    March 23, 2026Official executive-office source ↗
  9. Government oversightIssued directive

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Releases First Round of Interim Charges to the Texas Senate

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued his first round of interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges: “These first 5 interim charges, released today, reflect issues that I am particularly focused on, and Texans have… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Releases First Round of Interim Charges to the Texas Senate

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued his first round of interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges: “These first 5 interim charges, released today, reflect issues that I am particularly focused on, and Texans have… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued his first round of interim charges for Texas Senate committees to study in preparation for the 90th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges:

    January 30, 2026Official executive-office source ↗
  10. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on DPRIT Lawsuit

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today: “On this past election day, November 4, 2025, Texas voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 14 to create the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT) with over 68.5% of the vote. Unfortunately, three people jointly filed a lawsuit to stop the will of Texas… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on DPRIT Lawsuit

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today: “On this past election day, November 4, 2025, Texas voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 14 to create the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT) with over 68.5% of the vote. Unfortunately, three people jointly filed a lawsuit to stop the will of Texas… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today:

    November 19, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  11. AppointmentMade appointment

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows Announce the Creation of the Senate and House General Investigating Committees on the July 2025 Flooding Events and Appoint Members

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows today announced the Senate and House General Investigating Committees on the July 2025 Flooding Events. Created by Senate Resolution 2 and House Resolution 177 from the second called special session of the 89th Legislature, these committees will meet jointly. Upon announcement,… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows Announce the Creation of the Senate and House General Investigating Committees on the July 2025 Flooding Events and Appoint Members

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows today announced the Senate and House General Investigating Committees on the July 2025 Flooding Events. Created by Senate Resolution 2 and House Resolution 177 from the second called special session of the 89th Legislature, these committees will meet jointly. Upon announcement,… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows today announced the Senate and House General Investigating Committees on the July 2025 Flooding Events. Created by Senate Resolution 2 and House Resolution 177 from the second called special session of the 89th Legislature, these committees will meet jointly. Upon announcement, Lt. Gov. Patrick and Speaker Burrows named committee members and issued the following statements:

    “In July, Texans were deeply saddened by the deadly flooding on the Guadalupe River, where amongst many others, 27 vibrant young girls were lost from one camp, Camp Mystic,” said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.

    October 13, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  12. Government oversightIssued directive

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Speaker Burrows Announce Committees on Civil Discourse & Freedom of Speech in Higher Education, Honoring the Life & Legacy of Charlie Kirk

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN, Texas – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows today announced the formation of Senate and House Select Committees on Civil Discourse & Freedom of Speech in Higher Education. These select committees will meet jointly to study and issue reports on bias, discourse, and freedom of speech across Texas college campuses. The State… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Speaker Burrows Announce Committees on Civil Discourse & Freedom of Speech in Higher Education, Honoring the Life & Legacy of Charlie Kirk

    AUSTIN, Texas – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows today announced the formation of Senate and House Select Committees on Civil Discourse & Freedom of Speech in Higher Education. These select committees will meet jointly to study and issue reports on bias, discourse, and freedom of speech across Texas college campuses. The State… Read more »

    AUSTIN, Texas – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows today announced the formation of Senate and House Select Committees on Civil Discourse & Freedom of Speech in Higher Education. These select committees will meet jointly to study and issue reports on bias, discourse, and freedom of speech across Texas…

    “The First Amendment guarantees the freedom of religion, of speech, of the press, of assembly, and of petition,” said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. “It is the First Amendment because it is the foundation of all our rights. In that list, the free exercise of religion is paramount. Take away a person’s right to free exercise of…

    September 12, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  13. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Governor’s THC Executive Order

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today: “This is not a personal fight with the governor. It is a disagreement on extremely important policy. We worked together well this session and will in the future. On this issue, we disagree. “The Governor’s executive order, intentionally or not, has sent a signal… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Governor’s THC Executive Order

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today: “This is not a personal fight with the governor. It is a disagreement on extremely important policy. We worked together well this session and will in the future. On this issue, we disagree. “The Governor’s executive order, intentionally or not, has sent a signal… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today:

    September 12, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  14. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 7 – Protecting Unborn Children

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 7, Protecting Unborn Children, by Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Tyler, on second reading: “The Texas Senate is committed to protecting the unborn. Today, we passed HB 7 to make sure abortion-inducing drugs cannot be distributed in Texas… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 7 – Protecting Unborn Children

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 7, Protecting Unborn Children, by Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Tyler, on second reading: “The Texas Senate is committed to protecting the unborn. Today, we passed HB 7 to make sure abortion-inducing drugs cannot be distributed in Texas… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 7, Protecting Unborn Children, by Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Tyler, on second reading:

    September 2, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  15. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 8 – Phasing Out the STAAR Test

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s passage of House Bill 8, Phasing Out the STAAR test, by Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston: “Since I was Chair of the Senate Committee on Education 13 years ago, I have been a leader on public education reform. It was then… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 8 – Phasing Out the STAAR Test

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s passage of House Bill 8, Phasing Out the STAAR test, by Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston: “Since I was Chair of the Senate Committee on Education 13 years ago, I have been a leader on public education reform. It was then… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s passage of House Bill 8, Phasing Out the STAAR test, by Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston:

    August 28, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  16. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 25 – Making Ivermectin Easily Accessible

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s passage of House Bill 25, Making Ivermectin Easily Accessible, by Sen. Bob Hall, R-Edgewood: “The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the need for increased medical freedom in Texas. Today, the Texas Senate passed HB 25 to make Ivermectin available over the… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 25 – Making Ivermectin Easily Accessible

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s passage of House Bill 25, Making Ivermectin Easily Accessible, by Sen. Bob Hall, R-Edgewood: “The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the need for increased medical freedom in Texas. Today, the Texas Senate passed HB 25 to make Ivermectin available over the… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s passage of House Bill 25, Making Ivermectin Easily Accessible, by Sen. Bob Hall, R-Edgewood:

    August 27, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  17. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 19 – Banning Campaign Fundraising During Special Sessions

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s passage of Senate Bill 19, Banning Campaign Fundraising During Special Sessions, by Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston: “For decades, Texas law has prohibited the Governor, Lt. Governor, and legislators from raising campaign funds during regular legislative sessions. Yesterday, the Senate passed… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 19 – Banning Campaign Fundraising During Special Sessions

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s passage of Senate Bill 19, Banning Campaign Fundraising During Special Sessions, by Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston: “For decades, Texas law has prohibited the Governor, Lt. Governor, and legislators from raising campaign funds during regular legislative sessions. Yesterday, the Senate passed… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s passage of Senate Bill 19, Banning Campaign Fundraising During Special Sessions, by Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston:

    August 27, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  18. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Passage of House Bill 4 – Congressional Redistricting Map

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 4, the Congressional Redistricting Map, sponsored by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford, by a vote of 18-11: After a two-week Democrat quorum break and other delays, HB 4, the Congressional Redistricting Map that adds 5 Republican majority… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Passage of House Bill 4 – Congressional Redistricting Map

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 4, the Congressional Redistricting Map, sponsored by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford, by a vote of 18-11: After a two-week Democrat quorum break and other delays, HB 4, the Congressional Redistricting Map that adds 5 Republican majority… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of House Bill 4, the Congressional Redistricting Map, sponsored by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford, by a vote of 18-11:

    “This is a significant step forward — Texas’ Congressional Redistricting Map will now more accurately reflect our state. The people of Texas expect and deserve a Congress that represents their values,” said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.

    August 23, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  19. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Unanimous Passage of SB 1, the Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued this statement today following the Texas Senate’s unanimous passage of Senate Bill 1, the Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act, by Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock: “Every child who attends summer camp should come home with nothing more than memories of laughter, friendship, and adventure. This July, Texas was shaken… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Unanimous Passage of SB 1, the Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued this statement today following the Texas Senate’s unanimous passage of Senate Bill 1, the Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act, by Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock: “Every child who attends summer camp should come home with nothing more than memories of laughter, friendship, and adventure. This July, Texas was shaken… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued this statement today following the Texas Senate’s unanimous passage of Senate Bill 1, the Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act, by Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock:

    August 21, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
  20. Official statementPublic statement

    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement Applauding the Texas Senate for Advancing Majority of Second Special Session Bills

    Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Texas press release · Published by the official office

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today, applauding the Texas Senate for advancing the majority of Second Special Session Bills on Gov. Abbott’s call: “The Senate passed all 18 bills on Gov. Abbott’s call in the first special session and is on track to do it again. The Texas Senate once… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement Applauding the Texas Senate for Advancing Majority of Second Special Session Bills

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today, applauding the Texas Senate for advancing the majority of Second Special Session Bills on Gov. Abbott’s call: “The Senate passed all 18 bills on Gov. Abbott’s call in the first special session and is on track to do it again. The Texas Senate once… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today, applauding the Texas Senate for advancing the majority of Second Special Session Bills on Gov. Abbott’s call:

    August 19, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Bipartisan Passage of Senate Bill 6, Banning THC

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today after the Texas Senate, for the third time since May, passed Senate Bill 6, by Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock, Banning THC, with bipartisan support: “Today marked the third time since May that the Texas Senate has taken bold action to protect our communities by… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Bipartisan Passage of Senate Bill 6, Banning THC

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today after the Texas Senate, for the third time since May, passed Senate Bill 6, by Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock, Banning THC, with bipartisan support: “Today marked the third time since May that the Texas Senate has taken bold action to protect our communities by… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today after the Texas Senate, for the third time since May, passed Senate Bill 6, by Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock, Banning THC, with bipartisan support:

    August 19, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement Applauding the Texas Senate’s Passage of All Bills on Gov. Abbott’s Special Session Call

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon completion of the Texas Senate’s marathon floor session, during which 10 of Gov. Abbott’s special session items were passed: “Today, with a week remaining in the special session, the Texas Senate completed work on all items on Gov. Abbott’s call. In one day,… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement Applauding the Texas Senate’s Passage of All Bills on Gov. Abbott’s Special Session Call

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon completion of the Texas Senate’s marathon floor session, during which 10 of Gov. Abbott’s special session items were passed: “Today, with a week remaining in the special session, the Texas Senate completed work on all items on Gov. Abbott’s call. In one day,… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon completion of the Texas Senate’s marathon floor session, during which 10 of Gov. Abbott’s special session items were passed:

    August 12, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on Special Session(s)

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today: “Today and tomorrow, the Texas Senate will pass the remaining bills on Gov. Abbott’s special session call, including the new congressional map, which adds 5 new Republican congressional districts, and essential legislation related to the July 4th flooding across Texas. “House Democrats have made… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on Special Session(s)

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today: “Today and tomorrow, the Texas Senate will pass the remaining bills on Gov. Abbott’s special session call, including the new congressional map, which adds 5 new Republican congressional districts, and essential legislation related to the July 4th flooding across Texas. “House Democrats have made… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today:

    August 12, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 4 – Congressional Redistricting Map

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 4, the Congressional Redistricting Map, by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford, by a vote of 19-2, with 9 members absent: “Today, the Texas Senate passed the new congressional map, including 5 new Republican majority districts. The Texas… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 4 – Congressional Redistricting Map

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 4, the Congressional Redistricting Map, by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford, by a vote of 19-2, with 9 members absent: “Today, the Texas Senate passed the new congressional map, including 5 new Republican majority districts. The Texas… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 4, the Congressional Redistricting Map, by Sen. Phil King, R-Weatherford, by a vote of 19-2, with 9 members absent:

    August 12, 2025Official executive-office source ↗
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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 6 – Protecting Unborn Children

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    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 6, Protecting Unborn Children, by Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Tyler: “Protecting life is a priority of the Texas Senate and mine and we passed SB 6 today to ensure that abortion-inducing drugs are not distributed in Texas… Read more »

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    Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Statement on the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 6 – Protecting Unborn Children

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 6, Protecting Unborn Children, by Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Tyler: “Protecting life is a priority of the Texas Senate and mine and we passed SB 6 today to ensure that abortion-inducing drugs are not distributed in Texas… Read more »

    AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement today upon the Texas Senate’s Passage of Senate Bill 6, Protecting Unborn Children, by Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Tyler:

    August 12, 2025Official executive-office source ↗