Bill Ratliff
William Roark Ratliff (born August 16, 1936) is an American politician and engineer who served as a member of the Texas Senate from 1988 to 2004. Between 2000 and 2003 he served as the 40th lieutenant governor of Texas, after previous Lieutenant Governor Rick Perry replaced George W. Bush, who resigned to become president of the United States.
Bill Ratliff | |
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| 40th Lieutenant Governor of Texas | |
| In office December 28, 2000 – January 21, 2003 | |
| Governor | Rick Perry |
| Preceded by | Rick Perry |
| Succeeded by | David Dewhurst |
| Member of the Texas Senate from the 1st district | |
| In office January 10, 1989 – January 10, 2004 | |
| Preceded by | Richard Anderson |
| Succeeded by | Kevin Eltife |
| Personal details | |
| Born | William Roark Ratliff August 16, 1936 |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Sally Sandlin |
| Children | 3, including Bennett |
| Relatives | Plasma (grandson) |
| Education | University of Texas at Austin (BS) |
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