77th Texas Legislature explained

The 77th Texas Legislature met from January 9, 2001 to May 28, 2001, following the 2000 general election.

Sessions

Regular Session: January 9, 2001 - May 28, 2001

Party summary

Senate

Affiliation		Members	Note
	Republican Party	16
	Democratic Party	15
Total		31

House

Affiliation		Members	Note
	Democratic Party	78
	Republican Party	72
Total		150

Officers

Senate

• Lieutenant Governor: Bill Ratliff (acting), Republican
• President Pro Tempore: Chris Harris, Republican

House

• Speaker of the House: Pete Laney, Democrat