Occupation: Family Physician
Education: George Mason University, Medical College of Virginia
Legislative Experience: Senate Member, 2003 - present
Hometown: Greenville
Party: Republican

On January 14, 2003, Senator Robert F. "Bob" Deuell was sworn-in to the Texas State Senate to represent the citizens of Senate District Two, which includes Delta, Hopkins, Hunt, Rockwall, Kaufman, Fannin, Rains, and Van Zandt counties, and parts of Dallas and Smith counties. Sen. Deuell was overwhelming re-elected in 2010 to his third full term.

Sen. Deuell attended the University of North Texas, where he studied music, and later earned a degree in biology from George Mason University and his doctorate of medicine from the Medical College of Virginia. He has practiced as a board-certified family physician in Greenville for 25 years and also serves as an instructor for medical students and residents across the state.

While in office, Sen. Deuell has passed legislation covering a wide range of issues. During the 82nd Legislative Session, he passed bills to help with the detection, assessment and education of students with dyslexia (SB 866 and SB 867); increase the safety of student athletes by improving concussion detection and treatment guidelines (HB 2038); and ensure senior citizens have access to quality, affordable health care services that allows them maintain their independence (HB 2903). Other key pieces of legislation from Deuell's career include a measure to attract movie and television production to the state (81st Legislative Session); a bill authorizing additional tools to prosecute repeat drunk drivers (81st); and Jessica's Law, which that enacted some of the harshest punishments in the nation for child molesters (80th).

Senator Deuell has been recognized by a wide variety of organizations for his work including the Texas Medical Association, the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas, the Texas Association of Business, the Texas State Association of Fire Fighters, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and the Texas Young Republican Federation, which named him Freshman Senator of the Year. He was also named to Texas Monthly's Ten Best Legislators list in 2007 and recognized again for his work during the 81st Legislative Session. In addition, Sen. Deuell received an A++ rating from the Texas Right to Life Committee and is A+ rated by the National Rifle Association.

Currently, Sen. Deuell serves as chair of the Senate Nominations Committee, vice-chair of both the Senate Committee on Health & Human Services and the Senate Committee on State Affairs. He also sits on the Senate Finance Committee and the Senate Committee on Natural Resources.

Sen. Deuell is an avid outdoorsman and an accomplished musician. Before entering medical school in the late 1970s, Deuell enjoyed a career as a professional drummer and played behind such disparate artists as Ike & Tina Turner and Bob Hope. In January 2005 he sat in with the veteran Western Swing band Asleep at the Wheel at an inaugural ball for President George W. Bush. While much of his time today is taken up by his official duties and his medical practice, Deuell still plays the drums at church and when asked for charitable events.

As a lawmaker and physician, Sen. Deuell is both professionally and personally committed to health and physical fitness. In the past, he has completed the Boston Marathon and was a national qualifier in bicycle/running duathlon.

Most importantly, Senator Deuell has been married to his wife Marilyn for 40 years. They have three grown children.

Newsletters

November 3, 2011
Senator Deuell's Capitol Update for the 82nd Legislative Session

Press Room
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April 19, 2012
Information on Armed Forces Scholarship

December 22, 2011
Happy Holidays from Senator Deuell

October 28, 2011
Early voting on constitutional amendments began this week

October 25, 2011
Equity Center names Deuell a Champion for Children

October 6, 2011
Deuell announces 2011-2012 High School Aerospace Scholars program

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Thank you for taking the time to share your opinion on important issues facing our state. Your input is valuable to me in my efforts to represents the citizens of Senate District 2. I receive numerous emails daily and each one is carefully reviewed. If you reside in Senate District Two, you will be receiving a response within the next few days. If you reside outside Senate District Two, your e-mail will be forwarded to your appropriate Senator. If you need immediate assistance, or if you would like a written response, please send a letter to my Capitol or District Office. Thank you again for your comments.

Sincerely,
Senator Bob Deuell

Office Information

82nd Session Committee Membership

• Nominations - Chair
• Health & Human Services - Vice Chair
• State Affairs - Vice Chair
• Finance
• Natural Resources
• Subcommittee on Fiscal Matters
• Subcommittee on Medicaid
• Subcommittee on Articles VI & VII
• Joint Interim Committee to Study Alzheimer's Disease
• Medicaid Reform Waiver Legislative Oversight Committee
• Joint Interim Committee to Study the Public School Finance System

District Analysis: District 2

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