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AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today received the endorsement of the Texas Chapter of the American College of Cardiology political action committee, HeartPAC, for re-election in 2010.

“Rick Perry is a true advocate of medical professionals across Texas, tirelessly working to implement crucial lawsuit reforms that have been vital to enhancing our state’s healthcare industry and making healthcare more accessible and affordable,” said HeartPAC Chairman David May, M.D. “Today, Texas cardiologists are in a better position to treat their patients because of Gov. Perry’s leadership and we proudly endorse him in his effort to continue leading the state of Texas.”

The purpose of the Texas Chapter of the American College of Cardiology is to contribute to the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, to ensure optimal quality of care for individuals with such diseases, and to foster the highest professional ethical standards. The chapter is the voice of cardiology in Texas, providing input to policy makers in the legislature, state government, professional organizations and third party payers.

“Texas cardiologists are a vital component to our state’s healthcare industry and I am truly honored to receive HeartPAC’s endorsement,” said Gov. Perry. “Because of what Texas has accomplished to secure, important lawsuit reform legislation, thousands of doctors are drawn to practice in our state which has brought in critical specialties for Texans. I look forward to building on this success to address the current challenges facing our healthcare system and make healthcare more available and affordable to all Texans.”

AUSTIN -- Gov. Rick Perry today issued the following statement regarding bullets from a gun battle in Juarez that struck a building on the campus of the University of Texas-El Paso over the weekend:

"For the second time in two months, bullets from a gun battle in the escalating drug war in Juarez have struck a building in El Paso, and I'd like to commend the swift action taken by local and state law enforcement in the area. By the grace of God, the stray bullets from these incidents have yet to injure or kill a Texan. It is unconscionable that the Obama Administration is gambling with American lives, betting that escalating violence from these cartels won't eventually shed the blood of innocent people on U.S. soil.

"We must ensure El Paso and other border communities remain a safe place for people to live, work and raise a family. It's time for Washington to stop the rhetoric and immediately deploy a significance force of personnel and resources to the border to protect our homeland."