For the past five years, I have fought to pass legislation that would allow judges to keep those charged with the most violent offenses behind bars without bail until their trial. The two migrants that recently entered the U.S. and are now charged with the murder of 12-year-old

On the first day we are able to file bills for the next legislative session, I will file Jocelyn's Law. #txlege

Time is running out to make final preparations ahead of impacts from #Beryl, which is expected to make landfall on the Texas coast as a hurricane. 📋Make A Plan 🎒Prepare Your Emergency Supply Kit 📺Stay Informed Beryl Resources for Texans: tdem.texas.gov/beryl #txwx

5PM Update on Tropical Storm #Beryl... Minor changes with the forecast track & intensity. Beryl is expected to strengthen to a Category 1 Hurricane before landfalling near Matagorda Bay early Mon. Hurricane, Storm Surge & Tropical Storm Warnings are issued for portions of SE TX.

⚠️Here are the latest tropical and marine weather hazards for Southeast TX and the Upper TX coast. Stay tuned for the latest updates as changes could occur.

#Beryl is continuing its approach to the Texas coast and is expected to make landfall early Monday near Matagorda Bay as a Category 1 Hurricane. Note: The cone graphic only shows the probable path of the storm's center - impacts will be felt well away from the cone. #TXwx

I will have a press conference today at 1:30pm with the latest update on Hurricane #Beryl from our state emergency operations center. Right now is the calm before the storm. Beryl can still move eastward and will strengthen before landfall tomorrow morning between Corpus Christi

Here is the latest update on #Beryl. Beryl is expected to turn north and strengthen to a Category 1 Hurricane before making landfall near Eastern Matagorda Bay late tonight or overnight. After Beryl moves inland, it will weaken and turn northeastward late tomorrow. #TXwx #HOUwx

Hurricane Beryl officially made landfall near Matagorda, TX at approximately 4 am Monday morning. Sugar Land is still under a Tropical Storm Warning with peak winds of 45 to 55 mph with gusts up to 85 mph. Winds will continue into early Monday (July 8) afternoon. Over night, the

As of 6:30 am, here is the radar estimate for rainfall since midnight across SE Texas due to Hurricane #Beryl. Large area of 6-8", locally higher amounts possible, southwest of the Houston Metro. #HOUwx #TXwx

UPDATE (7/8/2024 at 7:00 a.m.): HIGH WATER/ROAD OBSTRUCTION LOCATIONS High water : - Ave D & 13th Street - near Katy City Park - First Street & Pin Oak Rd Power Lines Down: - I-10 South Ramp Eastbound & Pederson Rd Railroad Track Arms Down: -Kaytland & Hwy 90 (northbound)

Radar update 6:58am: Beryl continues moving north. Heavy rains have caused flash flooding in/around the Houston area. Rain continuing to fall will aggravate ongoing issues. Strong/gusty winds persist. Isolated weak tornadoes still possible. #txwx #houwx #glswx #bcswx

If you sustain property damage as a result of #HurricaneBeryl— submit an online damage report to TDEM. Report Damage: damage.tdem.texas.gov This info helps officials connect impacted Texans with resources & services. #txwx

WEATHER IMPACT | A Heat Advisory has been issued for the Houston area due to feels-like temps in the triple digits and the power outage. Residents are urged to take precautions with their recovery efforts. khou.com/article/weathe…

Acting Governor Dan Patrick: Statement on Federal Emergency Disaster Declaration Request   AUSTIN – Acting Governor Dan Patrick issued this statement today following a phone call with President Biden:   “I’ve just spoken with President Biden. I’ve requested a federal emergency

I 100 percent agree with LTG Dan Patrick.

Acting Governor Dan Patrick and Texas Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd will provide an update with local officials on the state’s Hurricane #Beryl response and recovery efforts. Watch Live at 11:45a: facebook.com/share/v/Zuz7wY…

Acting Governor Patrick is Pleased to Announce FEMA has Approved our Request for Individual Assistance in the Major Disaster Declaration Announced Tuesday for Hurricane Beryl: #txlege

I look forward to working with new Houston Police Chief Noe Diaz and Mayor John Whitmire on this issue. Public safety will always be a priority of mine and I know it is for these two as well. With their help, I will lead the effort in the Texas Senate to pass common-sense bail