Dan Patrick

Lieutenant Governor of Texas

President of the Senate
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Monday, November 16, 2015

Contact:
512-463-0715

Statement by Lt. Governor Patrick on

Syrian Refugees Relocating to Texas
AUSTIN I fully support Governor Abbott's decision to not accept any refugees from Syria
in light of the horrific terrorist attacks in Paris. The threat of another terrorist attack on any
country is real and Texas must always remain vigilant.
All Texans are shocked at the barbarism of the ISIS attacks in Paris Friday. Our thoughts
and prayers are with them as they grapple with the tragic loss. We, however, must take
appropriate steps to keep Texans safe and Governor Abbott has taken that first step.
Texas has a long history of welcoming refugees and displaced people from around the
world. Recall that thousands who were left homeless after Hurricane Katrina found new
homes and welcoming arms in Texas. We adhere to Judeo-Christian principles and stand
ready to help those in need, but not at the expense of the safety and security of our own
people.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and families of these heinous attacks.
Justice will be served and Texas will take the appropriate steps to thwart further attacks on
our proud nation of law and order.
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