Texans for Dan Branch to Report $1 Million Raised in 2011

Over $1.7 Million On Hand

DALLAS- In a filing to be made to the Texas Ethics Commission today, Texans for Dan Branch will report over $1.7 million in cash on hand, and contributions totaling over $700,000. Contributions for 2011 exceeded $1 million when combined with the $313,000 raised during June of last year, following the fundraising moratorium.

"The encouragement and support we've received from across the state is gratifying. We look forward to building on this momentum," Branch said.

Dan Branch currently serves as Chairman of the House Committee on Higher Education, and as Co-Chairman of the Joint Oversight Committee on Higher Education Governance, Excellence, and Transparency.

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Contact: Cheryl Sheppard Lewis

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