1st Texas Legislature - Legislative Update from Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst

Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst will speak to Chamber members and guests about the 81st Texas Legislative Session that ended June 1, 2009, as well as the Special Session of the Legislature called for July 1, 2009, and the impact on business in the North Texas Region.

Dallas Regional Chamber President, James C. Oberwetter said, “The Lieutenant Governor is the leader in the middle of every key decision made in Austin during legislative sessions. His understanding of bills that have passed and how they impact business and the public is unparalleled. We are honored to have him join us July 7th.”

Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst is a native Texan, proud veteran, successful businessman and rancher. As President of the Senate, he has presided over three Regular Sessions and seven Special Sessions, working to pass legislation to create new jobs and economic opportunity, improve schools and protect public safety.

Lt. Governor Dewhurst has worked to balance four budgets, cut property taxes, and turn a $10 billion deficit into a multi-billion dollar budget surplus. Since his was elected, Texas has added more than one-million new jobs and the state's economy has continued to outpace the nation's economy.

In the aftermath of the September 11th terrorist attacks, Governor Perry appointed Dewhurst as
Chairman of the Governor's Task Force on Homeland Security. After completing public hearings around the state, the Task Force prepared one of the most comprehensive reports in the nation -- focusing on detecting, deterring and responding to terrorist attacks.

Dewhurst began his business career in the mid-1970s after serving as an officer in the U.S. Air Force, the Central Intelligence Agency and the U.S. State Department.

The event will be held at The Adolphus (1321 Commerce Street, Dallas TX, 75202) from 12:00 PM Noon - 1:15 PM. Sponsors for the event are as follows: Gold Fidelity Investments, Silver AT&T, Baylor Health Care System, Energy Future Holdings, Research In Motion, The University of Texas at Arlington, The University of Texas at Dallas and the University of Phoenix. Individual tickets are available: $45 for Chamber Members, and $60 for non-members. Reservations may be made on-line at www.DallasChamber.org.