By Senator Robert Nichols (Senate District)

Nichols Appointed to Sunset Advisory Commission for Third Time

October 30, 2017 - Recently, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick appointed State Senator Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) to serve his third term on the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission. 

"I am honored that Lt. Governor Patrick has appointed me again to serve on the Sunset Advisory Commission," said Nichols. "The work done by the Commission is essential for ensuring transparency, accountability and efficiency in our state's government."

Nichols previously served on the Commission from 2009 to 2013 and then from 2015 to 2017. He also served as Vice Chairman. 

"My Five Cents" by Senator Robert Nichols

August 31, 2017 - Hurricane Harvey brought unfathomable destruction to coastal and southeast Texas. I want to use this column to describe how you or your loved ones can get help or volunteer. To volunteer, visit the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, https://www.nvoad.org/hurricane-harvey/volunteer/, and they will pair you with an organization that will use you to do the most good for the hurricane victims.

"My Five Cents" by Senator Robert Nichols

July 27, 2017 - Mark your calendars for this year's sales tax holiday on August 11th-13th.  The law exempts most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks which are priced under $100 from sales and use taxes.

The law also allows layaway purchases of these items to qualify for the sales tax exemption.  All sellers in the state are required to honor the sales tax holiday, so it's a great time to get prepared for the upcoming school year while saving some money in the process.

My Five Cents by Sen. Nichols: Special Session

June 29, 2017 - This upcoming month we will celebrate two important holidays. The first being the Fourth of July to commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. The second is National Pecan Pie Day on July 12. Pecan pie also happens to be the State Pie of Texas. So while you shoot off fireworks and eat pie, I hope it is with family and friends as I know mine will be.

Here are five things happening around your state this month:

1. Special Session

Nichols Requests Applications for Texas Armed Services Scholarship

June 7, 2017 - Today, Senator Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) request qualified students to apply for a Texas Armed Services Scholarship.

"This scholarship is a way to encourage and reward students interested in military service," said Nichols. "It provides a unique opportunity for students to pursue higher education and take advantage of preparation from the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) programs at universities in Texas."

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