Crane, Randy Born 1965 in Houston, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Nominated by George W. Bush on September 21, 2001, to a new seat authorized by 114 Stat. 2762. Confirmed by the Senate on March 18, 2002, and received commission on March 19, 2002. Education: University of Texas, B.A., 1985 University of Texas School of Law, J.D., 1987 Professional Career: Private practice, McAllen, Texas, 1988-2002