Lt. Governor Dan Patrick — Texas State Government

**Dan Patrick** is the Lieutenant Governor of Texas, the most powerful position in Texas state government because the Lt. Governor controls the Texas Senate agenda, appoints committee chairs, and sets legislative priorities. A former conservative radio host and media entrepreneur, he has held the position since 2015. His priorities include property tax reduction, border security, school choice, and business-friendly regulation. He has been skeptical of some tech regulation while supporting efforts to restrict social media access for minors.