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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Speaker @DadePhelan left a meeting in a huff with @GovAbbott and me last night, killing the largest property tax cut in history by demanding an appraisal cap for business commercial properties that most business associations don’t even want. When asked how this new cap would be

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8 months

Another absolute made up story from Braddock. Two Senators called me about procedural issues and I called them back. I have not talked to one Senator about anything related to the trial unless it was a rule question from them. Braddock is a flat out liar. #txlege

Scott Braddock

@scottbraddock

8 months

Now that he's speaking his mind about it, maybe @DanPatrick would like to refute reports from members that he was calling senators last night asking them to vote no on the impeachment articles #TxLege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

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7 months

Mr. Speaker, you have become nothing more than hot air. You can peddle your nonsense all day but the truth is your version of HB4 does not require fingerprints or a background check of anyone detained. That means you don't know who you are sending back to the port of entry. If

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

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8 months

My Statement on the Completion of Impeachment Trial: #txlege

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@LtGovTX

7 years

Actor Jared Padalecki joined us to acknowledge the passage of #DavidsLaw - which will help protect Texas children from cyber bullying.

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 months

Tragedy or Comedy? Tragedy – Speaker Dade Phelan and the Texas House have just wasted another special session with no action on the legislative priorities of the governor, the Senate, and the majority of Texas voters. Comedy – Speaker Phelan's pattern - waste time to the very

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1 year

In a ploy to apparently get his way, Governor Abbott suggests he is threatening to destroy the work of the entire 88th Legislative Session – hundreds of thousands of hours by lawmakers doing the work the people sent us to do. The Governor’s suggested threat today to veto a

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1 year

Governor Abbott released a statement this evening where he said, “The Texas House is the only chamber that passed a property tax cut bill that is germane to the special session that I called to provide Texans with property tax relief.” He seems misinformed about the roles of the

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

5 months

When the Texas House requests the State Auditor to audit a state agency, the Speaker expects that agency to respond to the State Auditor before or at the deadline. However, the Speaker apparently believes the rules don’t apply to him and the House when THEY are audited. They

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

6 months

#txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

If the House thinks after abandoning the Capitol, and walking out on the Special Session, the Senate is going to pass their “take it or leave it” property tax bill without a homestead exemption, they are mistaken. The Senate is still working. The House can return. Our bill

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@LtGovTX

8 months

The Texas Senate members will vote on articles of impeachment at 10:30 a.m. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

5 months

The Audit Committee is joint-chaired by myself and Dade Phelan and is made up of two members of the Senate and two members of the House. Anyone can request an audit, and it’s up to the Audit Committee to approve or object to proposals. In this case, I made a request to audit

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

8 months

My Letter to State Auditor: #txlege

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@LtGovTX

4 years

A proud and historic moment for America. Justice Amy Coney Barrett brings impeccable credentials to #SCOTUS . #txlege #ACBConfirmation

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

I sent this letter to @GovAbbott today. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

We will not tolerate unruly behavior in the Texas Senate from witnesses. Last night a witness’s testimony ran over their allotted time, and the Sergeant at Arms was physically blocked from removing their mic; this is unacceptable and will not be permitted. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

6 months

Dade Phelan back at it again, blaming his inability to lead as speaker by blaming everyone else for his failings. Today the Senate passed SB 5 that would put $800 million immediately in our schools for school safety. The House bill sent over recently would delay funding by 7

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

The Senate and House will both have the SAME EXACT total dollars in the final taxcut bill. It's HOW you spend the money that matters. The Senate plan gives $100,000 homestead exemption to all homeowners. That's a permanent $1200-1450 a year tax cut. The Abbott/House plan only

Gov. Greg Abbott

@GovAbbott

1 year

Texas has an all-time record budget surplus. That money belongs to YOU! The best way to give it back to you is with the largest property tax cut in the history of the state of Texas. #txlege @TPPF

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

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9 months

This is total false reporting. There are no “back-channel” conversations with any party to the proceedings. This is a fabricated story and an outrageous and irresponsible tweet by nothing but a hack writer who often spreads false information without any facts. #txlege

Scott Braddock

@scottbraddock

9 months

There's credible chatter in the last 24 hours that Texas AG Paxton will resign prior to the impeachment trial to avoid testifying. Lt Gov Patrick *may* be back-channeling to Paxton that it won't go well for him in the Texas Senate and to make it easier on everyone. Developing...

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

My response to the @americanair statement on #SB7 : #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

This rumor is an absolute lie. We would have taken that deal all day & provided Texans with the largest property tax relief in history. The Speaker @DadePhelan ’s last offer was an 8% appraisal cap for all commercial properties, which would cost taxpayers billions upon billions of

Ryan Chandler

@RyanChandlerTV

1 year

Here’s what we’re hearing in House world about the property tax impasse: - House negotiators capitulated to the Senate: $100k homestead exemption, no lowering the appraisal cap - Patrick/Bettencourt still pulled out of deal. It’s all up to them right now. Hmm. 67 minutes to go.

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 months

Lt. Gov. Patrick was diagnosed with viral pneumonia early Thursday morning. He will be recovering and working from home until he can resume his full-time schedule. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Hearing @GovAbbott will only put compression on the special session call for tax relief and remove the $100K homestead exemption. Homeowners would lose nearly $700 a year under that plan. This is not acceptable to the Senate. Compression plus Homestead Exemption is the path for a

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@LtGovTX

1 year

I just sent this text to Speaker @DadePhelan “I was told of your comments from the podium just now ..... ‘if we will work with you’ - we are willing - why don't you and Bonnen or Burrows come over.” #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 years

It's time for Texas to catch up! That's one of many reasons that #SchoolChoice is a top priority for me. #txlege #SB3

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@LtGovTX

1 year

My statement on the passage of Senate Bill 14 – Ending Child Gender Modification: #txlege #SB14

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Everything you wanted to know about Compression, Exemptions, and more … Compression: What is it? It's simply reducing the school tax rate you personally pay by 5 to 20 cents (whatever it is in a particular session) and having the state pay the school district instead of you. We

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@LtGovTX

1 year

In 2017, I started a new tradition of having a church service for Senators on the last Sunday in session, the only week we work on Sunday. We disagree on issues from time to time in our own party and across party lines, but many of us come together for worship and song on this

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

8 months

My Statement: Sen. Eckhardt is Flat Out Wrong: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

The Texas House, including the Speaker, voted 147-0 last month for a $100K homestead exemption & compression. On the first day of the special session, the House didn't pass the homestead exemption, quit then went home. The Senate and I will not abandon the $100K homestead

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Texas is a red state. Yet the House vote on sports betting was carried by a Dem majority. The Texas Senate doesn’t pass bills with GOP in the minority. The GOP majority guides our path. HJR102 also will not be referred. Can’t waste committee/floor time in the last days. #txlege

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@LtGovTX

1 year

The Houston Chronicle says the Lt. Gov. Patrick/Senate plan more directly benefits homeowners, while the Gov. Abbott/House plan favors businesses and homes with higher incomes. The article states 44% of all benefits go to the 1/5 of Texas households with the highest incomes. So

Greg Abbott

@GregAbbott_TX

1 year

Over 30 homeowner, consumer, & business groups back my plan to deliver lasting property tax relief to all Texans. The House passed it less than 24 hours after I called a special session. Once the Senate passes it, I'll sign it as the largest property tax cut in Texas history.

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@LtGovTX

1 year

My statement on the passage of Senate Bill 16 – Banning Critical Race Theory (CRT) in Texas Universities: #SB16 #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

. @GovAbbott threatens to veto bills if there is no agreement on property taxes by Sunday. The Senate has been told Speaker @DadePhelan is out of pocket until Sunday. @GregAbbott_TX is apparently going to veto Senate bills because the Speaker and the House walked off the job and

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

5 months

Speaker Phelan’s response only makes Texans more suspicious of what he’s hiding. Releasing part of the spending for your army of lawyers through Public Information Act requests made by the media while ignoring the State Auditor is NOT releasing your full impeachment costs.

Sergio Martínez-Beltrán

@SergioMarBel

5 months

A spokesperson for House Speaker @DadePhelan responds to @LtGovTX 's tweet: "The state auditor does not work for Dan Patrick and Dan Patrick cannot unilaterally order a redundant state audit at taxpayers’ expense." #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

I've said repeatedly there is little to no support for expanding gaming from Senate GOP. I polled members this week. Nothing changed. The senate must focus on issues voters expect us to pass. We don’t waste time on bills without overwhelming GOP support. HB1942 won’t be referred.

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@LtGovTX

1 year

. @GovAbbott can’t have it both ways. He is telling the House and Senate to work together on property taxes while vetoing legislation that the House and Senate worked on together. #txlege

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@LtGovTX

8 months

#SB12 , which restricts children from being exposed to drag queen performances, is about protecting young children and families. This story is not over. #txlege

Will DuPree

@willdupreetv

8 months

NEW: A federal judge issued a permanent injunction today against Texas Senate Bill 12, which restricts drag performances. Judge David Hittner ruled the law is an "unconstitutional restriction on speech" & cannot be enforced. @KXAN_News

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

Please pray for a @TxDPS trooper who was shot earlier today in Haslet and is in critical condition. Every day, our law enforcement officers put their lives on the line to protect our communities. #Txlege

Texas DPS trooper shot in Haslet, authorities say; he was released from hospital

A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper was shot on Friday in Haslet, authorities said.

www.star-telegram.com

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

My Statement: 1, 2, 3, 4! Texas Senate Passes Strongest Pushback to Woke Policies in Higher Education: #txlege #txED

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

2 years

Tomorrow at 9 AM, the TX Senate begins public hearings on latest DPS investigations on Uvalde & other topics. The Senate believes all testimony should be in the open. The families & the public have a right to know. Tomorrow, watch them live here:

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 years

Today, we file #SB3 to expand choice in education in Texas. #txed #txlege #SchoolChoice

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

8 months

My Statement on the Passage of Senate Bill 7 – Prohibiting COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates by Private Employers: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

4 years

I was honored to join @POTUS , @VP , @BetsyDeVosED & @SenTedCruz for a White House Roundtable on Education yesterday. We all agree that nothing is more important than educating our children.

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 months

The Speaker’s goal is to stay Speaker, not to help parents and teachers. House leadership does not push the Senate’s bills to the floor because the Speaker doesn't want to upset Democrats and a handful of Republicans who oppose school choice. Instead, he blames the governor, the

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@LtGovTX

1 year

My statement on the passage of Senate Bill 12 - Banning Children’s Exposure to Drag Shows: #txlege #SB12

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

We all want to end property taxes for good but it would require increasing the local sales tax from 8 ¼% to about 19%. Not happening! The @TPPF plan that @GovAbbott endorses is not realistic and everyone knows it. Whenever sales taxes underperform, property taxes will

James Quintero

@JamesQuinteroTX

1 year

The ideal property tax rate is $0.00 per $100 of value. #txlege @TPPF

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Here's part of an article by Jeff Schnick on why the Senate Plan is best for homeowners. Senate proposal isn't anti-business, Patrick’s plan is remarkably uncomplicated, and it’s also a viable option for the business community. It’s not quite as generous as Abbott’s plan that

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

6 months

Senate Bill 4 is the strongest border security bill ever passed in Texas. SB 4 will require criminal background checks and the collection of fingerprints and photographs of those arrested for crossing the border illegally. The illegal crosser can be jailed or ordered by a

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 months

Please join Jan and me in prayer for the victims of today’s shooting and the entire Lakewood Church congregation. Worshippers of all faiths must have the peace of mind that they’re safe whenever they congregate. I stand proudly with the brave first responders who eliminated the

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

The Senate and I are committed to delivering real property tax relief to the average Texas homeowner. The House Plan benefits big business and the wealthiest Texans the most. This Houston home would get a $176,561 tax cut, and the average homeowner would get just $712. Under

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

I will gavel in the Texas Senate tomorrow morning at 10 AM. We are ready to pass all of the legislation on @GovAbbott ’s Special Session call starting with #SB1 — Election Security. Hearings will begin Saturday. #txlege

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@LtGovTX

1 year

My Statement on the Unanimous Passage of Senate Bill 1 and Senate Joint Resolution 1 – Property Tax Relief: #txlege #SB1 #SJR1

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 months

The Truth on School Funding If the House had passed the Senate’s school funding and teacher pay raise bill (SB2), public school funding would’ve increased by an unprecedented 29% this budget cycle. The House had 3 weeks to pass SB1 (school choice) and SB2 (teacher pay), but the

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

I previously expressed concern the House was far behind in the passage of bills and a train wreck was coming. As of this morning, the House has moved 1,142 bills out of committees but has not set them on the House calendar. The Senate is ready to help, but time is growing short.

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

After dinner, I gave Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan a tour of the Senate last night. He is one of the best screenwriters & storytellers of our time — a Texan who gets Texas. My goal is for Taylor to move all of his production to Texas. Together, I think we can get it done.

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

My statement on the Passage of Senate Bill 2424 – State Authority to Enforce Our Border: #txlege #SB2424

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

11 months

My Joint Statement with Speaker Dade Phelan Announcing a Breakthrough Deal on Property Tax Legislation: #txlege

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@LtGovTX

11 months

#txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 months

The Speaker is desperate to improve his border credentials with conservatives and sent the House version of HB4 over to the Senate. The bill’s author claimed it’s the toughest border bill ever, but it is simply a Texas-sized catch-and-release bill. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Today, @GovAbbott said he'll sign a property tax relief bill both the House & Senate agree on. He told me last week if we can get it done in this first special session he will not call for another special in July. It is time for the House to come back to work. Meanwhile, the

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

25 days

Today, I was at the border with former HUD secretary @RealBenCarson and former acting AG @MattWhitaker46 . We received a briefing from @TxDPS and @TXMilitary about Operation Lone Star. We also visited Shelby Park to say thank you to the brave men and women dedicated to protecting

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 months

The House version of HB4 does not require proper identification of suspects, fingerprints, or a background check and allows illegal border crossers to return whenever they want, time and time again. Even if returned to the border, this policy would allow unidentified hardened

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Spoke with a large crowd supporting @txvalues for their #FaithandFamily Day at the Capitol yesterday. This session, we are dedicated to saving women’s sports in Texas Universities. Thank you, @Riley_Gaines_ , for speaking on this important issue. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

5 years

My Capitol staff surprised me with a birthday cake today. I have a terrific team and I am honored to work with them. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

2 North Carolina universities ban discriminatory DEI policies. In Texas, UT paused it, and Texas Tech, U of Houston and Texas A&M say they’re working to end it. We will ban it, but TX universities can send a strong message if they do it on their own.

University of North Carolina cancels woke diversity in hiring

A non-profit that has been advocating for an end to DEI requirements in institutions across the country, took credit for the move.

nypost.com

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

The Texas Senate is working this Sunday afternoon and night on important legislation before time runs out Wednesday at midnight. And I’m signing House & Senate bills passed recently. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 months

On Saturday night, Texas Independence Day, there was a grand gala at the Alamo to raise money to complete the 5-year project to build the finest historic site in America. Over 900 Texans attended from across the state. Only Texans can throw a party like we did. I was honored to

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 months

The House has made much of their version of HB 4. There are good things in the bill, but also problems that need to be addressed to protect the public. The Senate version of HB4 does not weaken their bill, in fact the bills are similar. The one major difference is that the

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

5 months

There are only six days until Christmas, but we’re still working hard for you. Yesterday, I joined Governor Abbott and our 3 bill authors, Senators Huffman, Perry, and Flores, for the signing of three important border security bills that were signed into law at the border! The 3

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

I believe this is the most consequential letter, document, or resolution signed by any governor in modern history. I support @GovAbbott ’s plan to #BuildTheWall , secure the border, and keep Texas, and America, safe. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

Full agreement has been reached on #HB1927 ! A historic #2A victory for Texas. Congrats to @RepMattSchaefer for his leadership and to Senator @DrSchwertner for getting it across the finish line. #txlege Read my official statement here:

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

9 months

The Impeachment Trial of Attorney General Warren Kenneth Paxton Jr. will begin at 9 AM in the Senate Chamber. Free tickets to the chamber will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis at 7:30 AM. Livestream the proceedings here: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

Here's my top 31 Priorities for the 2021 Session: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Glad to see "California Dade" has a sense of humor – gotta admit he's in better shape than me, but homeowning surfer dudes, especially those over 65 (and their surfer buddies under 65), all know the Senate’s Homestead Exemptions are the better wave to ride. #txlege 🏄🤙

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

4 months

I am the one who prioritized Senate Bill 13 (87R) by Sen. Birdwell, R-Granbury and asked the Comptroller to put BlackRock on the blacklist. The purpose was to defend and support our oil and gas industry and get Blackrock and others to increase their investments in Texas fossil

Brad Johnson

@bradj_TX

4 months

Interesting: @DanPatrick to appear at a Feb 5-6 @BlackRock event in Houston on reforms to the Texas power grid, giving welcome & closing remarks alongside CEO Larry Fink. #txlege Patrick has lambasted BR before for its ESG posture:

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

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7 months

My Statement on the Passage of Senate Bill 4 – State Authority to Enforce the Border: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

5 years

A historic moment: the Texas Senate and House have filed identical bills for property tax reform. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 month

The front page headline writer for the @HoustonChron clearly didn’t read their own story. My interim charge’s direction is to study the cost of eliminating all property taxes. Last year, I stated that the sales tax increase required to eliminate all property taxes would be far

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

I support @GregAbbott_Tx call for a Special Session for #SB7 , #SB10 , #SB12 , #SB21 & #SB29 and #SB1311 and other key legislation. The Texas Senate passed all these priority bills months ago and we will again. The TxHouse failed the people of Texas tonight. No excuse. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 months

I'm proud of the great teamwork by @ElectCharles and @DavidSpillerTX on producing the strongest border security bill in the country. I also want to thank @SenatorBirdwell for his tireless work on this issue all year. #txlege

Brad Johnson

@bradj_TX

7 months

Joint statement from @electcharles , @DavidSpillerTX on their identical illegal entry bills. #txlege

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1 year

My Statement on the Passage of Senate Bills 1396 and 1515 – Bringing the Ten Commandments and Prayer Back to our Schools: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

4 months

I went to the border on Friday to give Texas’ dedicated men and women stationed down there a well-deserved thank you and to let them know Texans are standing behind them. I also wanted to be with them in the event the Biden Administration showed up to cut the wire. You can see

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

7 months

I agree with @GovAbbott that there's still time, but only if the House subs their suggested language into SB1, School Choice, and SB2, Teacher Pay Raises. We passed both SB1 and SB2 to the House 3 weeks ago and they have sat there all this time with no movement. With

Patrick Svitek

@PatrickSvitek

7 months

Full Abbott answer: "We are on track to ensure there will not be another special session. There is enough time to get everything done that we want to get done, that needs to get done, to avoid a special session, especially with what I think will be the bill that will be coming

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

Trooper Gershon Joseph is quite an artist in his spare time. I saw his work & asked him to draw this picture of William Travis to place on loan in the Alamo Room in my office. I believe this may be the first artwork by a state trooper to be placed in the Capitol. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

Statement on ERCOT Reform Emergency Item: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

5 years

Our hearts go out to the people of @ElPasoTXGov and the families and friends of those lost or injured in the horrible shooting. Please join Jan and I as we continue to pray for the city of El Paso, the victims and our first responders. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

8 months

My Statement: Texas Senate Makes Quick Work of Gov. Abbott’s Special Session Call in Marathon 15-Hour Floor Action: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

4 years

The Texans Back to Work Task Force Report will help leadership and business prepare for Texas once again to be the number one job creator in the nation. This is a blueprint for re-opening Texas 100%. #txlege To see the full report visit:

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

3 years

Today we remember the @TxDPS troopers who lost their lives serving Texas. Our troopers do so much for us, you’re on the front line keeping Texas safe. You put your lives on the line for us everyday. You sacrifice day in and out and we thank you for all that you do. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 month

My statement announcing the 2024 Interim Charges to the Texas Senate: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

8 months

My Statement on the Unanimous Adoption of Senate Resolution 2: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Yesterday, the Texas Senate unveiled the newest portrait added to the chamber walls of Miss Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth.” It was a historic moment and well-deserved for a Texas icon. It's the first new addition in over 30 years. Last session, I pledged that her

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

4 years

I joined @GovAbbott today as he announced the next phase in re-opening Texas businesses. Thanks to Texans working together we are moving forward to Phase 2 in most of the state. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

My Statement on Articles of Impeachment for Attorney General Ken Paxton: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

8 months

My Statement on the Impeachment Court Transcript Discussing Laura Olson: #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

I met with @GovAbbott last week and he assured me he would sign a property tax bill if both the Senate and House agreed to it. #txlege

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

@LtGovTX

1 year

Welcome back to the returning senators, and congratulations to our six newest members of the Texas Senate. I look forward to our next 140 days together. #txlege

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