About Senator Nichols

Representing the citizens of Texas State Senate District 3

First elected to the Texas Senate in 2006, Robert Nichols represents 19 counties including the greater part of East Texas and Montgomery County.

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

During his eight 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, and a Top 10 Best Legislator for the 85th Legislative Session 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 United Methodist Church in Jacksonville.

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Today is Sine Die, concluding the 88th Texas Legislative Session. The Legislature worked hard this session to pass a number of important bills that will improve our state and protect the rights of all Texans. I'm grateful for the collaboration of my fellow Senators, our partners in the House, and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's leadership. ... See MoreSee Less

Today is Sine Die, concluding the 88th Texas Legislative Session. The Legislature worked hard this session to pass a number of important bills that will improve our state and protect the rights of all Texans. Im grateful for the collaboration of my fellow Senators, our partners in the House, and Lt. Gov. Dan Patricks leadership.

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Thank you sir.

Senator, I’m very disappointed that this legislature did not address the teacher exodus and lack of a pay raise for our deserving public educators! I hope there is a plan for a special session called to make sure quality educators are taken care of!

Please don’t impeach Ken Paxton. We elected him, in a mostly honest election state. And, we knew about the allegations….from almost 8 years ago. Everyone I know, took his track record of fighting for Texans, into consideration. We made an educated decision. Please honor our vote, by voting AGAINST impeachment.

We need property tax relief & we need it NOW! Please don’t kick the can down the road by waiting another 2 years.

HB43 HB268 HB 577 would benefit the people. But y’all keep turning a blind eye to it. And y’all would still get money to line y’all’s wallets with.

You did ZERO for the people : What a terrible leader

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Let us not forget the true meaning of Memorial Day and remember to honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten. ... See MoreSee Less

Let us not forget the true meaning of Memorial Day and remember to honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten.

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Thank you. Did you know Phil is buried at Ft. Sam National Cemetery? ( Laurie McElmurry, Mrs. Phil W. McElmurry)

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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.