Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst
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ISSUES
Keeping Texans Safe
“My top priority is ensuring the safety and well being of every Texan. That's why I've worked to pass one of the nation's toughest Jessica's Laws, which protects our children from sexual predators and keep dangerous criminals behind bars.”
- Lt. Governor David Dewhurst
Legislative Accomplishments:
  • Passed a "Texas tough" version of Jessica's Law in 2007 imposing tough, new penalties for child predators, including the death penalty option for repeat offenders
  • Passed legislation requiring criminal background checks for all public school employees in Texas to keep children safe at school
  • Passed legislation increasing the penalty for Internet solicitation of a minor under age 14 from a misdemeanor to a felony