Bob Deuell

Bob Deuell

Republican Party

Prior offices

Texas State Senate District 2

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Education

Bachelor's

George Mason University

Medical

Medical College of Virginia

Personal

Profession

Doctor

Bob Deuell (b. March 11, 1950) is a former Republican member of the Texas State Senate, representing District 2 from 2003 to 2015.

Biography

Deuell graduated with a B.S. from George Mason University and also graduated with an M.D. from the Medical College of Virginia.

In addition to being a senator, Deuell is a family physician and medical director for the Hunt-Greenville County Department of Health. Prior to his position in the state senate, he also obtained the position of partner for the Primary Care Associates of Greenville.

Committee assignments

2013-2014

At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Deuell served on the following committees:

2011-2012

In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Deuell served on the following Texas Senate committees:

2009-2010

In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Deuell served on the following Texas Senate committees:

Issues

Sponsored legislation

2009-2010 (81st Legislature)

Deuell authored the following 96 pieces of legislation during the 81st Legislature:

*SB 187 Relating to a Medicaid buy-in program for certain children with disabilities. SB 188 Relating to disease control outreach programs to reduce the risk of certain communicable diseases. SB 261 Relating to the taking of a specimen of the breath or blood of certain persons arrested for an intoxication offense. SB 336 Relating to closing state schools. SB 337 Relating to the designation of a segment of Interstate Highway 30 in Hunt County as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Freeway. SB 484 Relating to the practice of psychological associates. SB 485 Relating to medical loss ratios of preferred provider benefit plan issuers. SB 486 Relating to a person's eligibility for community supervision on conviction of intoxication manslaughter. SB 489 Relating to the establishment of a peace officer employment opportunity Internet website by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education. SB 603 Relating to the creation of an additional judicial district composed of Rockwall County. SB 604 Relating to the creation of an additional judicial district composed of Kaufman County. SB 605 Relating to incentives for the film, television, video, and digital interactive media production industries. SB 899 Relating to the participation in state travel service contracts by certain local governmental entities. SB 900 Relating to the collection and use of certain information by health benefit plan issuers; providing administrative penalties. SB 901 Relating to regulation of health benefit plans. SB 946 Relating to the Medicaid Drug Utilization Review Program and prescription drug use under the Medicaid program. SB 1001 Relating to the continuation and operation of the office of public insurance counsel. SB 1002 Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation. SB 1003 Relating to the continuation and functions of the Office of State-Federal Relations and the administrative attachment of that agency to the office of the governor. SB 1009 Relating to the continuation and functions of the Commission on Jail Standards. SB 1018 Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education. SB 1090 Relating to the regulation of the practice of construction and program management for capital improvement projects of governmental entities. SB 1202 Relating to the collection and allocation of local sales and use taxes. SB 1214 Relating to consumption advisories for mercury contamination in fish, crustaceans, molluscan shellfish, and other aquatic and terrestrial animals. SB 1396 Relating to required procedures regarding the ranking of physicians by health benefit plan issuers. SB 1397 Relating to the licensure of nurses, including the assessment of fees, the clinical competency of nursing program graduates, and the establishment of the equivalency of certain competency-based nursing education programs in other states. SB 1401 Relating to taking or attempting to take a weapon from an employee or official of a correctional facility that is operated by a county or municipality. SB 1829 Relating to the collection of artifacts from public waterways. SB 1851 Relating to the posting of notice by a county sheriff regarding impounded estrays. SB 2090 Relating to the delivery of regulated substances into underground storage tanks; providing a penalty. SB 2410 Relating to the creation of the Twin Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Kaufman County; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SB 2411 Relating to the definition of a switchblade knife for purposes of the offense of prohibited weapons. SB 2412 Relating to the authority of Las Lomas Municipal Utility Districts Nos. 3 and 4 of Kaufman County to undertake road projects. SB 2413 Relating to the authority of the Kaufman County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 to undertake road projects. SB 2414 Relating to the regulation and practice of engineering. SB 2415 Relating to license plates created by the Texas Department of Transportation for professional firefighters. SB 2416 Relating to the authority of certain insurers to engage in the business of health insurance in this state. SB 2417 Relating to the operation in certain counties of an integrated care management model under the Medicaid managed care program. SB 2418 Relating to availability of professional liability insurance under a self-insurance trust for health care. SB 2419 Relating to preventive treatment for state employees exposed to certain contagious diseases while performing duties of employment. SB 2420 Relating to the location at which a certification examination for interpreters for the deaf or hard of hearing may be conducted. SB 2421 Relating to the confidentiality of newborn screening information. SB 2422 Relating to the dispensing of drugs by physicians. SB 2423 Relating to the transfer or sale of patient information or prescription drug history by discount health care programs; providing penalties. SB 2424 Relating to the authorization of certain nonemergency ambulance services under the Medicaid program. SB 2425 Relating to the powers and duties of the Hopkins County Hospital District. SB 2426 Relating to the establishment of a laser and intense pulsed light device registry; providing a civil penalty. SB 2427 Relating to delegation by a physician of certain cosmetic and dermatological medical treatments. SB 2457 Relating to the creation of the Hunt County Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SB 2476 Relating to the creation of the North Texas Trauma and Burn Authority in Trauma Service Area E. SB 2492 Relating to requiring notices prior to certain activities involving Voice over Internet Protocol telephone service. SB 2493 Relating to regulation of prepaid funeral benefits. SB 2525 Relating to the creation of the Kaufman County Parks Improvement District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; providing penalties. SB 2560 Relating to the creation of the Rowlett Downtown Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. SB 2561 Relating to the creation of the Rowlett Pecan Grove Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. SB 2562 Relating to the creation of the Rowlett Waterfront Entertainment Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. SB 2563 Relating to the creation of an additional county court at law in Kaufman County. SB 2566 Relating to jurisdiction of the county courts at law in Hunt County and the composition and operation of the Hunt County Juvenile Board. SCR 25 Recognizing Linda Muhl on the occasion of her retirement from Dr. John D. Horn High School in Mesquite. SCR 79 Honoring the life of Alonzo John Wemple and his role in the history of this state and nation. SR 56 Recognizing January 29, 2009, as Hunt County Day at the State Capitol. SR 60 Recognizing the Terrell Heritage Jubilee Cook-off as a Texas State BBQ Championship competition. SR 61 Recognizing Judy Womack on the occasion of her retirement from the City of Mesquite. SR 62 Recognizing February 4, 2009, as Van Zandt County Day at the State Capitol. SR 63 Recognizing February 17, 2009, as Sunnyvale Day at the State Capitol. SR 64 Recognizing February 24, 2009, as Multiple Sclerosis Activist Day at the State Capitol. SR 83 Recognizing February 3, 2009, as Entertainment Software Day in Texas. SR 119 Recognizing January 30, 2009, as Chief Wilbur Montgomery Day. SR 126 Recognizing February 6, 2009, as Dr. Dan Jones Day. SR 173 Recognizing February 10, 2009, as Texas Organization of Residential Care Homes Day in Texas. SR 210 Recognizing February 17, 2009, as Rockwall County Day at the State Capitol. SR 211 Recognizing February 24, 2009, as Rains County Day at the State Capitol. SR 224 Recognizing March 4, 2009, as Fannin County Day at the State Capitol. SR 232 Recognizing Larry Allen of Mesquite on the occasion of his retirement from the Mesquite Police Department. SR 236 Recognizing Hal L. Fowler on the occasion of his retirement from the Fannin County Community Supervision and Corrections Department. SR 278 Recognizing March 4, 2009, as Balch Springs Day at the State Capitol. SR 315 Commending the students in the Canton Junior High School Gifted and Talented Program. SR 343 Recognizing Linda Muhl on the occasion of her retirement from Dr. John D. Horn High School in Mesquite. SR 344 Welcoming the ministers of the Respect Life and Family Life delegation on the occasion of their visit to the State Capitol. SR 358 Congratulating the Sulphur Springs High School football team for winning the 2008 Class 4A Division II state championship. SR 405 Congratulating Patrick Foster of Sachse for being honored by the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program. SR 406 Recognizing March 23, 2009, as Kaufman County Day at the State Capitol. SR 464 In memory of Johnny Freelen of Grand Saline. SR 485 Recognizing April 1, 2009, as Hopkins County Day at the State Capitol. SR 486 In memory of Matthew Wayne Virgel of Greenville. SR 538 Recognizing Gerald Hundley Moore for his accomplishments as a football coach. SR 550 Recognizing April 21, 2009, as Delta County Day at the State Capitol. SR 575 Recognizing the Texas College Legacy Award recipients. SR 602 Congratulating Britney Jordan for being named a Daktronics Division II Women's Basketball First-Team All-American for 2009. SR 650 Recognizing Charlie Richmond on the occasion of his retirement from the Mesquite Police Department. SR 671 Recognizing Fred Cochran on the occasion of his retirement from the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office. SR 723 Congratulating the band of Ralph Poteet High School in Mesquite for receiving the Sudler Flag of Honor from the John Philip Sousa Foundation. SR 840 Recognizing James Tucker of Quinlan on the occasion of his graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf. SR 883 Commending Dick Bramblitt for his many contributions to the Mabank community. SR 971 Recognizing Peggy Rogers for her contributions to the Mabank community. SR 976 Recognizing James William Wyant III on the occasion of his graduation from The University of Texas at Dallas.

Elections

2014

See also: Texas State Senate elections, 2014

Elections for 15 of the 31 seats in the Texas State Senate took place in 2014. A primary election took place on March 4, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in these elections was December 9, 2013. Incumbent Bob Deuell and Bob Hall advanced to a primary runoff, defeating Mark Thompson in the Republican primary. Hall defeated Deuell in the May 27 runoff election. Don Bates ran as a Libertarian candidate. Hall defeated Bates in the 2014 general election.

Texas State Senate, District 2 General Election, 2014

Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Bob Hall	83.6%	99,925
	Libertarian	Don Bates	16.4%	19,626
Total Votes				119,551

2012

See also: Texas State Senate elections, 2012

Deuell ran in the 2012 election for Texas State Senate, District 2. Deuell ran unopposed in the May 29 primary election and was unchallenged in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.

2010

See also: Texas State Senate elections, 2010

Deuell ran for re-election to the 2nd District seat in 2010. He defeated Sharon Russell in the GOP primary on March 3, 2010. Deuell received 38,086 votes while Russell received 15,588. Kathleen Maria Shaw ran for the seat on the Democratic ticket. The general election took place on November 6, 2012.

Shaw defeated Democratic opponent Kathleen Maria Shaw in the 2010 general election.

Texas State Senate, District 2 2010 General election results
Candidates		Votes	Percent
Bob Deuell (R)		105,779	66.38%
Kathleen Maria Shaw (D)		53,566	33.61%

2006

On Nov. 7, 2006, Deuell won re-election to the 2nd District Seat in the Texas State Senate, defeating opponent Dennis Kaptain (L).

Deuell raised $703,918 while Kaptain raised $0.

Texas State Senate, District 2 (2006)
Candidates		Votes	Percent
Bob Deuell (R)		92,431	78.68%
Dennis Kaptain (L)		25,043	21.31%

Campaign themes

2014

Deuell's website highlighted the following campaign themes:

• HEALTH CARE

Excerpt: "Throughout my legislative career, including four sessions serving on the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, I have worked to make health care more accessible and affordable. I believe the best way to do that is to engage the free market and empower consumers. At the same time, we must hold insurance companies accountable for abuses to the system."

• JOBS/ECONOMY

Excerpt: "By mainting a commitment to smaller, limited government, I believe Texas will continue to be the kind of state where investors and job creators will want to do business."

2012

Deuell's website highlighted the following campaign themes:

• Deuell opposes eminent domain powers that allow the government to seize private property.

Senator Deuell introduces an article to the Senate

Campaign finance summary

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Bob Deuell campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2012	Texas State Senate, District 2	Won	$576,747	N/A**
2010	Texas State Senate, District 2	Won	$745,413	N/A**
2006	Texas State Senate, District 2	Won	$703,918	N/A**
2002	Texas State Senate, District 2	Won	$1,006,174	N/A**
2000	Texas State Senate, District 2	Lost	$1,558,451	N/A**
Grand total			$4,590,703	N/A**
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

Endorsements

2014

In 2014, Deuell's endorsements included the following:

• Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas
• Dallas Police Officers Association
• Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance
• Manufacturers Association of Texas
• National Rifle Association
• Texans for Lawsuit Reform
• Texas Alliance for Life
• Texas Association of Business (BAC-PAC)

• Texas Association of Realtors
• Texas Farm Bureau
• Texas Hospital Association (HOSPAC)
• Texas Medical Association
• Texas Municipal Police Association
• Texas State Association of Fire Fighters
• Texas State Rifle Association
• Texas State Teachers Association

Scorecards

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2014

In 2014, the Texas State Legislature did not hold a regular session.

2013

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In 2013, the Texas State Legislature was in its 83rd legislative session from January 8 through May 27. Thirty minutes after the regular session ended, Governor Rick Perry called legislators back for a special session starting that evening. Two additional called sessions were held from July 1 through July 30 and July 30 through August 5. Concerned Women for America of Texas: Senate and House Legislators are scored based on votes on bills relating to abortion, common core, and sex trafficking. Conservative Roundtable - 2013 Conservative Solutions Scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes for or against the organization's position and principles. Empower Texans - 2013 Fiscal Responsibility Index Legislators are scored based by the organization on their votes on bills relating to "core budget and free enterprise issues." Environment Texas - 2013 Legislative Scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental and public health issues. Equality Texas - Equality Texas rankings for the Texas House during the 83rd regular legislative session Legislators are scored on bills related to LGBT issues. NARAL Pro-Choice Texas: 2013 Legislative Scorecard on House Bill 2 Legislators are scored based on votes for House Bill 2. National Federation of Independent Business in Texas: 2013-2014 Legislative Voting Record Legislators are scored on their votes on small business issues. Texas Association of Business: Senate and House - For the Record 2013 Legislators are scored based on their votes on bills related to businesses, taxpayers, and families. Texas Eagle Forum - 2013 Legislative Scorecard Legislators are scored based on votes relating to conservative issues. Texas League of Conservation Voters - 2013 Scorecard Legislators are scored based on votes relating to environment and conservation issues. Texas Right to Life - 2013 Legislative Scores Legislators are scored on bills related to reproductive health issues. Texas Tribune Guest Column: Mark P. Jones - The 2013 Texas House, From Right to Left Mark P. Jones, chair of the Department of Political Science at Rice University, biennially ranks state representatives based on how liberal and conservative they are according to legislative history. Texans Uniting for Reform & Freedom - 2013 Session Report Card Legislators are scored based on their votes on bills relating to taxes and property rights. The American Conservative Union - 2013 State Legislative Ratings Guide Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Young Conservatives of Texas - 83rd Session House Budget Scorecard Legislators are scored based on votes for Amendments 2, 12, 51, 95, and 118. Young Conservatives of Texas: House and Senate Legislators are scored based on their votes on conservative issues.

2012

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In 2012, the Texas State Legislature did not hold a regular session.

2011

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In 2011, the Texas State Legislature was in its 82nd legislative session from January 11 through May 30. A special session was called for May 31 through June 29. Conservative Roundtable - 2012 Conservative Roundtable Scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes for or against the organization's position and principles. Empower Texans - 2011 Fiscal Responsibility Index Legislators are scored based by the organization on their votes on bills relating to "core budget and free enterprise issues." Environment Texas - 2011 Legislative Scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental and public health issues. Heritage Alliance - 2011 Texas Conservative Report Legislators are scored based on votes on social issues, economic issues, and other issues. Humane Society Legislative Fund - Humane 2011 Legislative Scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on animal protection bills. Texas Eagle Forum - The 82nd Legislative Session: Lost Opportunities Legislators are scored based on votes relating to conservative issues. Texas Right to Life - 2011 Legislative Scores Legislators are scored on bills related to reproductive health issues. Texas League of Conservation Votes - 2011 Legislative Scorecard Legislators are scored based on votes relating to environment and conservation issues. Texas Tribune Guest Column: Mark P. Jones - Liberals and Conservatives in the Texas House: The 2011 Ranking Mark P. Jones, chair of the Department of Political Science at Rice University, biennially ranks state representatives based on how liberal and conservative they are according to legislative history. Texas Watch: 2011 Legislative Scorecard Legislators are scored based on consumer-related bills. Young Conservatives of Texas - Legislative Ratings for the 82nd Legislature Legislators are scored based on their votes on conservative issues.

Personal

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Deull and his wife, Marilyn, have three children: Paul, Brian and Jennifer.

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See also

• Texas State Legislature
• Texas State Senate
• Texas Senate Committees
• Texas Joint Committees
• Texas state legislative districts

External links

Suggest a link

• Sen. Deuell's campaign website
• Profile from Open States
• Biography from Project Vote Smart
• Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
• Campaign contributions: 2012, 2010, 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000
• Report Card from Texans for Fiscal Responsibility

Footnotes

Political offices
Preceded by David Cain	Texas Senate District 2 2003-2015	Succeeded by Bob Hall (R)

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Current members of the Texas State Senate

Leadership

Senators

District 1

Bryan Hughes (R)

District 2

Bob Hall (R)

District 3

Robert Nichols (R)

District 4

Brandon Creighton (R)

District 5

Charles Schwertner (R)

District 6

Carol Alvarado (D)

District 7

Paul Bettencourt (R)

District 8

Angela Paxton (R)

District 9

Vacant

District 10

Phil King (R)

District 11

Mayes Middleton (R)

District 12

Tan Parker (R)

District 13

Borris Miles (D)

District 14

Sarah Eckhardt (D)

District 15

Molly Cook (D)

District 16

Nathan Johnson (D)

District 17

Joan Huffman (R)

District 18

Lois Kolkhorst (R)

District 19

Roland Gutierrez (D)

District 20

Juan Hinojosa (D)

District 21

Judith Zaffirini (D)

District 22

Brian Birdwell (R)

District 23

Royce West (D)

District 24

Peter Flores (R)

District 25

Donna Campbell (R)

District 26

José Menéndez (D)

District 27

Adam Hinojosa (R)

District 28

Charles Perry (R)

District 29

César Blanco (D)

District 30

Brent Hagenbuch (R)

District 31

Kevin Sparks (R)

Republican Party (19)

Democratic Party (11)

Vacancies (1)