Lieutenant Governor of Texas
| Lieutenant Governor and President of the Senate of Texas | |
|---|---|
since January 20, 2015 | |
| Style | The Honorable |
| Term length | Four years, no term limits |
| Inaugural holder | Albert Clinton Horton 1846 |
| Formation | Texas Constitution |
| Website | Office of the Lieutenant Governor |
The lieutenant governor of Texas is the second-highest constitutional officer in the U.S. state of Texas. It is the second-highest rank in the state government, behind only the governor.
The lieutenant governor serves as the first person in the gubernatorial line of succession, as an ex officio member of several state boards, and as the president of the Texas Senate. Unlike most lieutenant governors in the U.S., whose position in their respective state senates are largely ceremonial, the lieutenant governor of Texas plays an active role in running the chamber.
The lieutenant governor is elected every four years during the state's midterm elections. It is elected separately from the governor and has no term limits. The current lieutenant governor is Dan Patrick, who has served since January 20, 2015.