Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN Texas Lt. Governor Patrick issued this statement today following the passage of Senate Bill 6 the Texas Privacy Act by Senator Lois Kolkhorst (R - Brenham):
The people of Texas elected us to stand by our principles and uphold conservative values. The Texas Privacy Act reflects common decency and common sense and is essential to protect public safety. It protects Texas businesses and codifies what has always been common practice in Texas and everywhere else -- that men women boys and girls should use separate designated restrooms locker rooms and showers in government buildings and public schools.
Though the debate on this legislation has been long and heated it is important to remember that it is supported by an overwhelming majority of Texans including both Democrats and Republicans Hispanics African-Americans and Anglos men and women.
I congratulate Sen. Kolkhorst on the passage of SB 6 and thank her for both her leadership on this issue and her commitment to protecting the safety and privacy of Texans.
Bill 8 - Pre-Born Protection and Dignity Act -- Lt. Governor Patrick issued this statement today following the passage of Senate Bill 8 - the Pre-Born Protection and Dignity Act by Senator Charles Schwertner (R - Georgetown):
Texans count on us to ensure that the sanctity and dignity of life is protected. In the wake of discovering the notorious Planned Parenthood videos last year in which employees were caught callously discussing the procurement of aborted baby body parts the Texas Senate is taking aggressive steps to criminalize these despicable acts. They have also taken an unshakable stand against partial birth abortion.
I congratulate Sen. Schwertner on the passage of SB 8 and thank him for working to protect the dignity and sanctity of life and putting an end to the sale of fetal tissue in Texas.
