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Perry: Despite rosy revenue picture, legislators should hold the line on taxes, spending

January 8, 2012

Austin American-Statesman

Jonathan Tilove

Rick Perry, the longest serving governor in Texas history, spoke before the opening sessions of both the state Senate and House on Tuesday, but his remarks were less a call to battle or detailed blueprint for the next 139 days, than a more gentle reminder that legislators should resist the temptation to spend more in the face of a rosier revenue picture.

Statement by Gov. Perry on Texas Comptroller’s Revenue Estimate

January 7, 2012

Gov. Rick Perry released the following statement regarding Comptroller Susan Combs' biennial revenue estimate:

Intuit index: Texas shows greatest small business job growth in 2012

January 2, 2013

Dallas Morning News

Sheryl Jean

Small business employment in Texas grew just below the national rate in December, but the state posted the most growth for all of 2012, according to data released today by Intuit Inc.

Statement by Gov. Perry Regarding the Denial of Planned Parenthood’s Temporary Restraining Order

Mon, 12/31/2012 - 5:08pm – manager

Gov. Rick Perry released the following statement on the Travis County court's decision to deny Planned Parenthood's temporary restraining order attempting to force inclusion of the organization in the Texas Women's Health Program:

"Today's ruling finally clears the way for thousands of low-income Texas women to access much-needed care, while at the same time respecting the values and laws of our state. I applaud all those who stand ready to help these women live healthy lives without sending taxpayer money to abortion providers and their affiliates."

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Gov. Perry Calls for Moment of Silence in Memory of the Victims at Sandy Hook Elementary

December 20, 2012

Gov. Rick Perry issued a proclamation declaring a moment of silence at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 21, 2012, to coincide with the Day of Mourning called by Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy in memory of the 26 victims of last week's tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Gov. Perry is also encouraging places of worship and buildings that are able to ring bells 26 times to honor each life that was lost.