Sen. Mike Jackson of La Porte poses with senate Physician of the Day Dr. Syed Azhar of Houston.

Governor Rick Perry gets policy advice from two young visitors to the State Capitol.

(left-to-right) Senators Kevin Eltife, Kip Averitt and Steve Ogden discuss impending legislation in the Chamber.

Senator Kel Seliger votes against a measure during the Legislative Session.

Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst (left) looks over bills with parliamentarian Karina Casari-Davis and legislative analyst Doug Davis.

(left-to-right) Senators Kel Seliger, Troy Fraser and Robert Nichols listen to a parliamentary ruling in front of the Senate Rostrum.

Senator Steve Ogden from Bryan presides over the Wednesday's Senate Session.

Austin Senator Kirk Watson and a staffer listen to debate on the Senate Floor.