About Senator Nichols

Representing the citizens of Texas State Senate District 3

First elected to the Texas Senate in 2007, Robert Nichols represents 18 counties including the greater part of East and Southeast Texas.

In the Texas Senate,  Nichols currently serves as Chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee. Senator Nichols also serves on the Business and Commerce, Finance, Local Government, and Select Redistricting Committees. He is a member of the Legislative Audit Committee and a former Vice-Chair of the Sunset Advisory Commission.

During his nine sessions as a state senator, Nichols authored and passed legislation to protect landowners’ rights, increase educational opportunities in East Texas and reform transportation policies. He has also worked to reduce Medicaid fraud and promote free-market principles. He was designated as a Top Legislator by Texas Insider, a Champion of Free Enterprise by the Texas Association of Business, a Courageous Conservative by the Texas Conservative Coalition, a Champion for Public Education by Raise Your Hand Texas, and a Top 10 Best Legislator for the 85th and 88th Legislative Sessions by Texas Monthly Magazine. 

Before running for Senate, Nichols served as transportation commissioner for eight years where he established a reputation for increasing efficiency without compromising quality.

Nichols is a businessman from Jacksonville, Texas. In his hometown, he served on city council, was elected mayor, built four successful manufacturing facilities, earned 32 U.S. patents and 128 foreign patents, as well as creating more than 900 jobs for East Texas families.

Working his way through college by selling fireworks and ironing clothes for other students, Nichols earned a bachelor’s degree from Lamar University in 1968. He married his high school sweetheart, Donna, and they are the proud parents of three children: Brittney, Joshua, and Collynn’rae. He is a member of the First Methodist Church in Jacksonville.

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This Sunday, celebrate St. Patrick's Day in East Texas! Explore KETK NBC's list of events in our area and join the festivities to find your pot of gold!
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Last month the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts along with counterparts from other states, celebrated the fourth annual Unclaimed Property Day. The state has returned more than $4 billion in unclaimed property to its rightful owners. Learn more about requesting your claims in my Five Cents: https://bit.ly/3T2nwNz.
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The Texas General Land Office announced that the original Travis Letter will be displayed at the Alamo this month. Viewing this historic document, which famously declared ‘Victory or Death,’ is a remarkable opportunity for the public to enjoy. Keep reading in my Five Cents: https://bit.ly/3T2nwNz.
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Senator Robert Nichols2 weeks ago
Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas- American Job Center Network continues to offer a variety of free services to help businesses succeed and support individuals returning to work or finding new careers. Please consider taking advantage of these great opportunities in East Texas!
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Senator Robert Nichols2 weeks ago
Today is Election Day for the March Primary. Don’t forget to cast your ballot! For more voting information, visit votetexas.gov/voting/.
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Senator Robert Nichols2 weeks ago
This month, the Texas Education Agency announced that nominations for the annual Student Heroes program are open. The program recognizes Texas public school students for outstanding volunteer service in our communities. Read more in my Five Cents: https://bit.ly/3T2nwNz.

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CONTACT

Phone: (903) 586-1200
Fax: (903) 586-7877
Email: info@nicholsforsenate.com

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2347
Jacksonville, Texas 75766

Physical Address:
214 East Commerce Street
Jacksonville, Texas 75766

MEET ROBERT NICHOLS

Texas Sen. Robert Nichols is a devoted husband and father who shares our conservative East Texas values. Sen. Nichols cares deeply about Texas and our country.