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, Administration, Business and Commerce and the Intergovernmental Relations Committees. 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 seven 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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Expanding internet access, closing ‘digital divide’ on the table for lawmakers this session
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Two Texas lawmakers are proposing legislation aimed at closing the “digital divide” in the state, as the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the essential need for internet access.Would be nice. I live 8 miles outside of conroe, 1 provider 1 speed offered, and it isn't high speed.
We need options!
Elkhart,Tx is in need of better choices for internet.
Sir, would you also please be a leader in the fight to reopen Texas? Our Governor's authority needs to be checked so that he never has the power to unilaterally close Texas businesses and mandate wardrobe EVER again.
Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his legacy in American history.
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. #MLKday
#TxLege has ended its first week of session. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the Senate has decided to recess until Jan. 26th. However, we will still be working hard in the meantime on legislation for SD 3.
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By Robert Nichols The Legislature has ended its first week of session. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the Senate has decided to recess until January 26t...
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I'm planning to file legislation this session aimed at closing the “digital divide” and expanding broadband internet access across rural Texas. Governor Abbott has said he wants broadband development to be a priority. Read more here: .
Expanding internet access, closing ‘digital divide’ on the table for lawmakers this session
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Jacksonville, Texas 75766
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.