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https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-roy-presses-biden-administration-answers-monoclonal-rationing-leaves-sick Rep. Roy presses Biden administration for answers as monoclonal rationing leaves sick Texans without potential treatment 2021-12-30 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON — Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) sent a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra Wednesday demanding answers about why department's rationing of monoclonal antibody (mAb) treatments for COVID has left Texans without potential treatment against the latest COVID strain. The letter comes after the state of Texas' treatment sites ran out sotrovimab — the only authorized mAb treatment that appears to be effective against the Omicron variant. "The decisions your Department made surrounding mAb treatment supply chain changes caused immediate disruptions to mAb treatment access, and disruptions have only gotten worse as COVID-19 has continued to circulate through our communities," the letter explains. "The fallout of these decisions could prove fatal. This, while your Department has not even at a minimum been transparent about the manufacturing capabilities and supply levels of various mAb treatments whilst denying commercial purchase to block separate recourse to a life-or-death situation." "In Texas, including in Austin, El Paso, Fort Worth, San Antonio and the Houston area, sites have completely run out of Sotrovimab and have no choice but to wait without recourse because your Department has taken full control of the supply chain," the letter explains. "As you know, I have previously sent multiple inquiry letters to your Department due to foreseeable consequences of supply and access issues for mAb treatments due to your Department's changes," the letter explains. "On September 13, 2021 I sent your Department a letter inquiring about changes made to the acquisition and distribution of mAb treatments – a change that moved the entire mAb supply chain into the control of HHS. I also sent a letter on November 16, 2021 with colleagues inquiring about troubling reports of individuals being turned away from treatment due to racial biases. These inquiries have gone unanswered." "It is essential your Department releases restrictions to purchasing mAb treatments for all variants," the congressman concl… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=822 Congresswoman Escobar Announces Over $490 Million in SBA Loans to El Paso Small Businesses 2021-12-29 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Veronica Escobar E000299 escobar.house.gov escobar https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Congresswoman Escobar Visiting El Paso Small Business, Chuco Relic Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) announced that the El Paso District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved over 9,799 loans totaling $490,047,441 in funding to local small businesses since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of these loans, countless small-business owners were able to keep their businesses open and create over 650 new jobs for the community. Small businesses have been hit hard throughout the last two years. In 2020, businesses with less than 500 employees reported a record net job loss against larger businesses – though they also benefitted from programs such as the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), with 96% of loans going to businesses with fewer than 20 employees. While many of the loans were started by Congress in the bipartisan CARES Act, which Congresswoman Escobar voted for in March 2020, this help would not have been possible without the American Rescue Plan Act. Passed by Congresswoman Escobar and her Democratic colleagues and signed into law by President Joe Biden in March 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act provided an additional $7.25 billion for PPP and $15 billion for Targeted Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) advance payments. “El Paso small businesses make up the backbone of our local economy and thanks to the American Rescue Plan, Congress has enabled the SBA to uplift our community’s beloved mom-and-pop businesses,” Congresswoman Escobar. “I am proud of the work the SBA El Paso District Office has done to deliver a record number of loans while also scaling up to meet the immense demand for COVID-19 related economic relief. I look forward to continue working together to build El Paso’s small business economy back better and ensure everyone is included in our economic recovery.” The total FY 2021 loan totals approved by the SBA El Paso District Office, which covers 10 counties including El Paso County and the West Texas counties of Brewster, Culberson, H… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=825 Congresswoman Escobar Announces 2021 Congressional App Challenge Winner 2021-12-27 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Veronica Escobar E000299 escobar.house.gov escobar https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Congresswoman Escobar and 2021 Congressional App Challenge Winner Lisa Rondeau Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) announced the winner of the 2021 Congressional App Challenge: Harmony School of Science student Lisa Rondeau, who won with the submission of the application My ADLE. My ADLE, which stands for My Activities in Daily Life & Emergencies, helps seniors who have been struggling with stress and isolation throughout the pandemic. The app connects seniors with vital community resources in El Paso, including food distribution, transportation, shelter, medical care, social activities and events, and emergency information. “Congratulations to Lisa Rondeau from Harmony School of Science. Through her winning app, she has demonstrated her talent and commitment to ensure El Paso’s seniors have the information and support they need to cope and be resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “I am amazed by Lisa and all of the talented coders in our community who have created innovative apps to deal with everyday problems. I also extend my sincerest gratitude to everyone who made this possible, from the judges to the educators and supportive family members.” The office of Congresswoman Escobar received a total of 18 submissions from across four middle and high schools within Texas’ 16th Congressional District. This year’s judges were Jonathan Childress from Microsoft, Nadia Karichev from the El Paso Community College (EPCC), Eduardo Seyffert from Blue Origin, and 2020 Congressional App Challenge Winner Jie Chen. Below are the full results of the 2021 Congressional App Challenge: 1st Place: My ADLE by Lisa Rondeau. 6thGrade, Harmony School of Science 2nd Place: Fitness Planner by Christian Dees. 11th Grade, Northwest Early College High School 3rd Place: Helping the World by Oscar Parada. 6th Grade, Parkland Pre-Engineering Middle School Honorable Mention: I’m the New Kid by Aurora Shindo and Azra Rios-Carroll. 8th Grade, Parkland Pre-Engineering Middle School Lisa Rondeau, … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://crenshaw.house.gov/2021/12/crenshaw-calls-on-biden-to-withdraw-new-epa-methane-regulation Crenshaw Calls on Biden to Withdraw New EPA Methane Regulation 2021-12-23 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Dan Crenshaw C001120 crenshaw.house.gov crenshaw https://crenshaw.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Representative Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) is calling on the Biden Administration to withdraw a proposed Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation on methane, which Crenshaw and 30 House Republicans say will "increase energy prices and eliminate American jobs." In a letter to President Biden, Crenshaw, along with 30 Republican lawmakers, slam President Biden for his repeated attacks on the American energy industry and American oil and gas jobs. "Unfortunately, undermining American energy independence and good-paying Americans jobs has become a hallmark of your Administration. American consumers are bearing the brunt of your actions," the lawmakers write. Biden's actions come as Americans are facing increasing energy costs. According to the Department of Energy, the national average price of gasoline has almost doubled since last year, while U.S. households are projected to spend 54 percent more for propane, 43 percent more for heating oil, 30 percent more for natural gas, and 6 percent more for electric heating this winter. On November 2, 2021, EPA proposed three separate actions to regulate methane emissions from new and existing oil and gas well sites, compressor stations, processing plants, and transmission and storage facilities. In their letter to Biden, the lawmakers say this proposal "will dramatically expand EPA’s regulatory reach, undercutting rules issued under the prior Administration that removed regulatory duplication and would have saved millions of dollars each year." "Throughout the past year, your Administration, through Executive Orders and new regulations, has actively discouraged American energy production. On your first day in office, you revoked the permit for the Keystone XL pipeline and imposed a moratorium on fossil energy development on Federal lands and waters. These actions, combined with EPA’s proposal, increase regulatory uncertainty, and discourage investments in American energy infrastructure and supplies. What’s most concerning is that, even in the face of… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3619 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Tours Surface Water Supply Project with West Harris County Regional Water Authority and Houston Public Works, Highlighting Water Investments in Infrastructure Bill 2021-12-23 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) joined representatives from Houston Public Works and West Harris County Regional Water Authority to tour the 55-mile Surface Water Supply Project, a large diameter (96”) water transmission pipeline from Lake Houston to West Harris County and Ft. Bend County. “The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will bring vital resources to Texas for water infrastructure,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “The Surface Water Supply Project is a transformational project to ensure a supply of clean drinking water and mitigate subsidence from groundwater use. Through the IIJA, Congress has worked to ensure that transformative projects like this one can move forward to every American has access to clean drinking water. The new law will help make additional investments in safe, clean drinking water a reality for Houston families.” The bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will provide $2.9 billion to Texas, an estimate based on the traditional state revolving fund formula, to address water infrastructure across the state. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that the capital cost of wastewater and drinking water infrastructure needed to meet federal water quality and safety requirements and public health objectives exceeds $744 billion over a 20-year period. In addition to authorizing numerous EPA-administered infrastructure grant programs, the IIJA provides emergency supplemental appropriations for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure. It appropriates: $23.4 billion for the Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Loan Funds (SRF), which provide below-market rate loans and grants to public water systems to fund water infrastructure improvements to protect public health and the environment. This legislation reduces the state cost share for the first two years to 10%. 49% of these funds will be administered as grants and completely forgivable loans. A historic $15 billion for lead service line replacement through the Drinking Water SRF. Sta… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://veasey.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-veasey-williams-sewell-and-butterfield-demand-senate-action-to Reps. Veasey, Williams, Sewell, and Butterfield Demand Senate Action to Protect Voting Rights 2021-12-23 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Marc A. Veasey V000131 veasey.house.gov veasey https://veasey.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33), Co-Chair of the Congressional Voting Rights Caucus (CVRC), joined Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) Congresswoman Terri Sewell (AL-07), and Congressman G.K. Butterfield (NC-01) to urge action to advance the Freedom to Vote Act and John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. In a letter sent to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, the members wrote, "As champions of voting rights in congress, we write to express serious concern about the year ending without a path forward on advancing voting rights." "After months of compromises, Republicans have not come to the table on voting rights in numbers sufficient to overcome the existing filibuster." "Ending 2021 without voting rights reform will allow state legislatures to continue their efforts in the new year to limit the right to vote. Meanwhile, failing to end partisan gerrymandering will allow some states to finalize maps that enshrine profound partisan imbalances for the next decade. We have no time to lose to ensure people have access to the ballot box and have a fair voice in selecting their representatives." "We can no longer allow Senate procedure to stand in the way of ensuring people have their voice heard, and we ask that you do what is necessary to advance the Freedom to Vote Act and John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-al-green-joins-efforts-launch-investigation-astroworld-festival Congressman Al Green Joins Efforts to Launch Investigation into Astroworld Festival Tragedy, “Thoughts and prayers are not enough.” 2021-12-22 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Al Green G000553 algreen.house.gov algreen https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper (Houston, TX) – On Wednesday, December 22, 2021, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) released the following statement: “I’d like to thank Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform. Without her leadership on this cause, this investigation into the tragedy at the Astroworld Festival could not have come to fruition. On the eve of what is traditionally a joyful holiday season, far too many families will still be in mourning. The loss at NRG Park last month still weighs heavily on the loved ones and friends of those who tragically lost their lives. As a sitting member of Congress who represents the area where this horrific tragedy occurred, I am exceedingly disturbed by the events that unfolded at this festival on Friday, November 5, 2021,” Congressman Al Green said. “Since the day following this tragic affair, I have been very supportive of efforts to uncover exactly what went wrong and hold accountable the parties responsible for this dreadful incident. Because this is bigger than the city of Houston, future measures must be taken to prevent this from happening again in other venues across the country.” Congressman Al Green continued, “Members involved in this effort, including myself, are requesting that by January 7, 2022, Live Nation Entertainment provides the Committee with information regarding their role in the festival, security plans for this event, and steps taken to help individuals as reports came in during the concert that people were in desperate need of aid. Justice must be served to ensure that what happened at Astroworld Festival does not happen again. People should be able to leave their homes to enjoy live music without worrying about whether they will return home safely or be crushed by a stampede. There must be accountability and transparency––thoughts and prayers are not enough.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3613 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher and Congressman Joe Neguse Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act 2021-12-21 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07), together with Representatives Joe Neguse (CO-02), Angie Craig (MN-02), Diana DeGette (CO-01), Kat Cammack (FL-03), and Jack Bergman (MI-01) introduced H.R. 6314, the Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act, directing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to improve funding for the Universal Service Fund (USF) to allow for expanded access to broadband and other telecommunications services. “It is so important to ensure Americans have access to broadband, wherever they live,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “I am glad to join Representatives Neguse, Craig, DeGette, Cammack, and Bergman in introducing this bipartisan legislation to ensure the Universal Service Fund remains strong and available to help expand broadband infrastructure across the country.” “To fully participate in the modern era, small business owners, students, families, and workers in rural communities require consistent, reliable broadband connectivity,” said Congressman Joe Neguse. “Our bill, the Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act, will ensure our federal agencies are utilizing all tools at their disposal to expand access to broadband and other telecommunications services, to connect our communities.” The Reforming Broadband Connectivity Act is the companion to Senate legislation S. 3236, originally introduced by Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and John Thune (R-SD). The USF, as a subsidiary of the FCC, supports programs that increase broadband access in rural communities and expands access to affordable broadband service for underserved families, schools, and libraries. Broadband is vital for economic development, care deliverability, and the expansion of educational services. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3614 Media Advisory: Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Launches Lizzie’s Little Learners: Read to Lead 2021-12-21 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Houston, TX—Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) has launched a program titled Lizzie’s Little Learners: Read to Lead and invites elementary-aged students in TX-07 to read 10 or more grade-level books with help from teachers, parents, grandparents, older siblings, or other trusted caregivers. Little Learners who read at least 10 books will be invited with their families to attend a virtual recognition ceremony with Congresswoman Fletcher to celebrate their achievement. What Lizzie’s Little Learners: Read to Lead Who Any elementary-aged student in TX-07 Why Reading at grade level is a critical metric for a lifetime of success! By incorporating reading into your daily activity, you can build the tools for lifelong learning. When Books read November 30, 2021 – January 31, 2022 How Read! Each participant should aim to read 10 grade-level books (or more!) and, with help from teachers, parents, grandparents, older siblings, or other trusted caregivers, log their progress using the provided form. Little Learners who read at least 10 will be invited with their families to a recognition ceremony with Congresswoman Fletcher to celebrate their achievement. More information All printed log sheets should be returned to Congresswoman Fletcher’s Houston Office at 5599 San Felipe Street, Suite 950, Houston, TX or emailed using the digital log sheet to the email address listed at the bottom of the log sheet. All log sheets and permission slips must be received by February 7, 2022. For any further questions, please contact the Congresswoman’s Houston Office at (713) 353-8680. Click here for a printable log sheet. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3615 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Tours Project Brays to Discuss Flood Mitigation and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act 2021-12-21 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Last week, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) met with representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the Harris County Flood Control District to discuss the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Actand its potential impacts in Texas Congressional District Seven. Congresswoman Fletcher toured Brays Bayou for an update on Segment 4 of Brays Bayou Federal Flood Damage Reduction Project (Project Brays) and surveyed the progress of the new Chimney Rock Bridge. Project Brays, a $480 million effort, is the largest partnership project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Harris County Flood Control to date. “The need for action in Texas is clear and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will deliver for Texas,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “With billions in funds directed to the Army Corps of Engineers and $500 million slated for Texas’ bridges alone, the new law will make a tremendous difference in our ability to make transformational investments like this one for our community.” Among its provisions, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will: Provide $7 billion to USACE for resiliency infrastructure projects, including set-asides for Coastal Storm Risk Management/Hurricane and Storm Damage Reduction Projects, Inland Flood Risk Management Projects and Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Projects, targeting states like Texas that have been impacted by federally declared disasters over the last six years. Provide $9.55 billion to USACE for waterway infrastructure priorities, including $5.15 billion for backlogged construction projects and specific funding for repairing damages to Corps Projects caused by natural disasters. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3617 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Delivers Winter Wishes to Houston-Area Seniors 2021-12-21 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) delivered holiday cards to senior citizens across Texas’ Seventh Congressional District. Local students, teachers, and Seventh District constituents created and delivered nearly 1,000 cards to Congresswoman Fletcher’s Houston office this month to be shared with our seniors. “I was thrilled to deliver holiday cards to seniors across our district on behalf of students and teachers and others in our community,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “We had an incredible response from our TX-07 community, and I am grateful to everyone who participated and helped spread holiday cheer.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3618 ICYMI: New Democrat Coalition Trade Leaders Urge Secretary Raimondo and Ambassador Tai to Move Quickly to End Section 232 Tariffs on U.S. Allies 2021-12-21 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Washington, D.C.—Today, the New Democrat Coalition sent a press release highlighting the work of the Trade Task Force on ending Section 232 tariffs, where Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) serves as Co-Chair. The New Democrat Coalition is the U.S. House of Representatives’ largest Democratic caucus, committed to pro-economic growth, pro-innovation, and fiscally responsible policies. From the New Democrat Coalition’s release: Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) trade leaders, led by Trade Task Force Co-Chairs Ron Kind (WI-03), Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07), and NDC Chair Suzan DelBene (WA-01), urged U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai to quickly eliminate the Trump-era 232 tariffs on U.S. allies, following the recent agreement struck with the European Union. Working with the United Kingdom, Japan, and other close trading partners to end the harmful tariffs will help lower costs for Americans, reduce inflationary pressures, and provide a path forward for better coordination to address global overcapacity challenges. “We must end the harmful 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from our allies imposed during the Trump Administration,” said New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Trade Task Force Co-Chair Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07). “I was glad to work with my NDC colleagues, including Trade Task Force Co-Chair Congressman Ron Kind (WI-03), and NDC Chair Suzan DelBene (WA-01) in urging the Department of Commerce to take swift action to eliminate tariffs on our international partners to keep our domestic manufacturers competitive and lower costs for American consumers.” "To secure relief for Wisconsin manufacturers, farmers, and families, we need to eliminate the Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum imposed by the former Administration on our allies," said NDC Trade Task Force Co-Chair Ron Kind (WI-3). "I look forward to continuing to work with Secretary Raimondo and Ambassador Tai to find a path towards removing these tariffs, leveling the playing fie… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://jackson.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=315 Rep. Jackson Joins Amicus Brief in Support of Servicemembers Seeking Religious Exemption from the Military’s COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate 2021-12-21 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Ronny Jackson J000304 jackson.house.gov jackson https://jackson.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON — Yesterday, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) joined an amicus brief to the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas in support of 35 Navy servicemembers who are seeking religious accommodations from the Department of Defense’s vaccine mandate. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) led the brief, which was signed by 38 Representatives and 9 Senators. The plaintiffs have sued the Department of Defense over the Department’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate in a Texas federal court claiming that the mandate infringes upon their religious freedom rights. Jackson said: “What Joe Biden is doing is abundantly obvious – ignoring our Constitution. I’m proud to join Sen. Cruz and Rep. Johnson in filing this brief along with many of my colleagues who will always uphold the Constitution and stand by our servicemembers. The First Amendment right to religious liberty should withstand the test of an illegal vaccine mandate. As Russia, China, and Iran work overtime to destroy us, we cannot afford to have our military’s best and brightest on the sidelines because their own Commander-in-Chief has waged war on their rights.” The brief states: “The very first clause of the very First Amendment explicitly states that ‘Congress shall make no law… prohibiting the free exercise’ of religion. This amendment, case law, and Congress’s decision to pass the Religious Freedom Restoration Act all testify to the fact that, without entrenched, generally applicable, and judicially enforceable protections for religious liberty, lawmakers and government bureaucrats are susceptible to override sincere religious beliefs in favor of what they mistakenly see as the greater good. That is what is happening with Defendants’ vaccine mandate.” The brief continues: “Plaintiffs’ religious liberty and the government’s asserted interest in protecting our service members from COVID-19 need not be in conflict, especially where, as here, the individuals seeking an exemption are willing to adopt non-vaccin… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3611 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Announces 7,000 Closed Cases on Behalf of Texas’ Seventh Congressional District 2021-12-20 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) announced her office has successfully closed 7,000 constituent cases for residents of Texas’ Seventh Congressional District. Her office assists residents with matters before federal agencies, including obtaining benefits from Social Security, Veterans Affairs, and Medicare, as well as addressing matters before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and obtaining visas and renewing passports. “I am so proud we have been able to assist more than 7,000 constituents as they navigated various challenges in dealing with federal agencies,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “I am grateful to the people of Texas’ Seventh Congressional District for trusting us to solve their problems and provide meaningful solutions. That is what we are here to do. It is a privilege to represent this district and to serve our neighbors every day.” Below are some testimonials from constituents Congresswoman Fletcher and her team have helped: “I cannot thank Lizzie’s office enough for being such a big help. I contacted the office out of desperation after we ran into an unusual delay in State Department paperwork for my parent’s visa. “The office response was prompt, polite, and professional. They promptly responded and followed up with two calls within two days asking for details of the case. Then, with the information, they reached out to the right department. Lo and behold, within a week, we received the communication that we had been waiting for months. It is fantastic to know your congresswoman has your back. It is even more so to know she does it with respect and diligence. Thank you wholeheartedly for following up on the case, which led to a quick response. I especially would like to thank Shirley in the congresswoman’s office for her efforts in resolving the case.” Kaveh A. “I am a female small business owner in Texas’ Seventh Congressional District in Houston. COVID-19 has deeply affected by business revenue over the last 18 months. As I was eligible, I applied for the Small Business Adminis… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://veasey.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/representative-marc-veaseys-national-medal-of-honor-monument-act-headed Representative Marc Veasey's National Medal of Honor Monument Act Headed to President Biden’s Desk 2021-12-20 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Marc A. Veasey V000131 veasey.house.gov veasey https://veasey.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – This weekend, after unanimously passing the House in July, Representative Marc Veasey's National Medal of Honor Monument Act unanimously passed the Senate. The legislation will now head to the White House to be signed into law by President Biden. Introduced by Representatives Marc Veasey (D-TX) and Blake Moore (R-UT) and Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and John Cornyn (R-TX), the National Medal of Honor Monument Act is bipartisan legislation that authorizes the creation of a monument that will pay homage to the values the Medal of Honor represents—courage, patriotism, citizenship, integrity, commitment, and sacrifice—and the less than 4,000 brave individuals who earned it in service to their country. Of the roughly 9,500 bills introduced in both chambers during the first session of the 117th Congress, only 95 have passed both the House and the Senate. "I am so proud that my bipartisan Medal of Honor legislation will be signed into law by President Biden," said Representative Marc Veasey. "This legislation honors the service and sacrifice of the brave men and women who risked their lives to protect our country." "I am grateful to have been part of this historic effort to commemorate our Medal of Honor recipients with a monument in Washington, D.C.," said Representative Blake Moore. "This bipartisan legislation is off to the president's desk, and we are one step closer to immortalizing the sacrifices of our nation's greatest heroes." "An homage to America's Medal of Honor recipients in our nation's capital will remind visitors and residents alike of what it means to put your country first," said Senator John Cornyn. "The selfless servicemembers who have earned the Medal of Honor – like the fabled Patrick Brady and Audie Murphy, to name a few – deserve our utmost respect and recognition, and I applaud the Foundation, which calls Arlington, Texas home, for their hard work and advocacy." "I am proud our bill to establish a National Medal of Honor Monument has reached this pivotal point, passing the Senate … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=703 Arrington's Statement on Senator Manchin's Blow to Dems' Build Back 'Better' Agenda 2021-12-19 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Jodey C. Arrington A000375 arrington.house.gov arrington https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Rep. Jodey C. Arrington (TX-19) issued the following statement in response to Senator Joe Manchin’s announcement of his opposition to Democrats’ multi-trillion-dollar tax and spend bill. “The harsh reality for progressive Democrats is the majority of Americans reject their radical socialist agenda. I’m glad Senator Manchin does too,” said Rep. Arrington. “This is a victory for working families, our children, our freedoms, and the future prosperity of the greatest country in the world.” ### Congressman Jodey C. Arrington is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives serving the Nineteenth Congressional District of Texas. He serves as a member of the House Ways and Means Committee. 1 2026-04-07T12:09:11Z 2026-06-28T00:49:41Z
https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-al-green-supports-efforts-grant-clemency-soldiers-camp-logans-24th Congressman Al Green Supports Efforts to Grant Clemency to Soldiers of Camp Logan’s 24th Infantry Regiment 2021-12-17 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Al Green G000553 algreen.house.gov algreen https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper (Houston, TX) – On Friday, December 17, 2021, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) released the following statement: “William Cullen Bryant was right, ‘Truth crushed to earth shall rise again.’ The truth about the tragedy at Camp Logan has been buried in an earthly grave of lies. The Camp Logan Mutiny took place in Houston, TX during World War I on August 23, 1917. The 3rd Battalion of the 24th U.S. Infantry Regiment, comprised of all-Black soldiers, was sent to Houston, TX to guard the construction site of Camp Logan. Upon their arrival, tensions ensued between them and White police officers, which culminated in a deadly riot with casualties on both sides. Only Black men were convicted,” Congressman Al Green said. “It is my privilege and honor to support efforts by the NAACP Houston Branch and South Texas School of Law Houston to grant clemency to the soldiers of the 24th Infantry Regiment. Not only is this endeavor a moral imperative to right the wrongs of history, it is also a battle to preserve historical accuracy of what transpired in Camp Logan and rightfully acknowledge the tremendous disregard for human dignity that was witnessed,” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=702 Arrington Leads Bipartisan Letter to Secretary of State on Iran Nuclear Program 2021-12-17 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Jodey C. Arrington A000375 arrington.house.gov arrington https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON, DC— This week, Rep. Jodey Arrington (TX-19) and Rep. Henry Cuellar (TX-28), along with 19 bipartisan members of Congress, sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken sounding the alarm on Iran’s nuclear advancements. The letter urges the State Department to hold Iran accountable for their non-cooperation with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors and their failure to comply with the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty obligations. “Iran is a state sponsor of terrorism and the biggest threat to our ally Israel. They must never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon," said Rep. Arrington. “As talks between the U.S. and Iran continue, this administration cannot settle for a weak and ineffectual deal that promises sanctions relief, but does nothing to address Iran’s ability to develop nuclear weapons and their support for terrorist groups. The U.S. must also continue to lead on this issue at the next IAEA Board of Governors meeting and hold Iran accountable for their refusal to answer questions regarding undisclosed nuclear activity.” “Iran must comply with international nuclear obligations and regulations—there are no exceptions,” said Rep. Cuellar. “We cannot let an aggressive actor threaten Israel—our strongest ally in the Middle East. Any state that fails to comply with these regulations should immediately be subject to sanctions and the administration must hold Iran accountable. I urge the administration to push for more nuclear oversight at the next IAEA meeting.” The letter can be viewed by clicking here. ### 1 2026-04-07T12:09:11Z 2026-06-28T00:49:41Z
https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=821 Congresswoman Escobar Delivers Holiday Cards to El Paso Seniors 2021-12-17 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Veronica Escobar E000299 escobar.house.gov escobar https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Congresswoman Escobar announced that, as part of her office’s Holidays for Seniors program, she and her team safely delivered more than 2,000 holiday cards handmade by El Paso children from over 30 area elementary schools. “The lives of El Paso seniors have been upended by the COVID-19 pandemic and now more than ever, we need to come together to spread holiday cheer,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “I am grateful to every young El Pasoan who took time to craft these beautiful cards and to every teacher who participated in this effort to spread joy and holiday cheer across our community.” The cards were safely delivered to seniors of Montana Vista Community Center, Chelsea Towers, and seniors participating in the El Paso County’s Senior Nutrition program. The holiday cards were created by children from the following elementary schools: Ascarate Elementary Carroll T. Welch Elementary Desert Hills Elementary East Point Elementary Escontrias Early Childhood and Elementary Frank Macias Elementary H.D. Hilley Elementary J.M. Whitaker Elementary Loma Verde Elementary Mesa Vista Elementary Mesita ECDC Mesita Elementary Montana Vista Elementary Moye Elementary Myrtle Cooper Elementary North Star Elementary O'Shea Keleher Elementary Parkland Elementary Pasodale Elementary Polk Elementary Purple Heart Elementary Ramona Elementary Robbin EL Washington Sr. Elementary Rusk Elementary Sgt. Jose F. Carrasco Elementary Sierra Vista Elementary Stanton Elementary Tierra Del Sol Elementary Tippin Elementary Vista Hills Elementary William C. Herrera Elementary Click here to download pictures of Congresswoman Escobar delivering the holiday cards. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-introduces-bill-properly-equip-law-enforcement-polar Congressman Tony Gonzales Introduces Bill to Properly Equip Law Enforcement for Polar Vortexes 2021-12-17 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressmen Tony Gonzales (TX-23) and Ronny Jackson (TX-13) introduced the Providing Our Law Enforcement with Adequate Resources (POLAR) for Response Act which would add polar vortexes to the list of disaster-related emergencies when the Department of Defense (DoD) is considering law enforcement for the transfer of excess property and equipment as part of the 1033 program. This bill would make localities like San Antonio eligible to purchase equipment like all-terrain vehicles to assist in disasters like Winter Storm Uri at a significant discount. “Earlier this year, Texas faced an unprecedented winter storm, which devastated thousands of families,” said Congressman Gonzales. “Our law enforcement agents deserve access to the best resources available, as they put themselves in harm’s way every day to protect our communities. I am proud to co-lead this bill to provide our agents with the proper equipment to keep us safe during any circumstance they may face, including polar vortexes.” The 1033 program gives the Secretary of Defense authority to transfer excess DoD property to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies for law enforcement activities, including counterdrug, counterterrorism, and border security. This also includes responding to disaster-related emergencies such as hurricanes, tornados, or high water. The POLAR Response Act would add polar vortexes to the definition of major disasters included under the 1033 program. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-roy-norman-launch-effort-bring-transparency-covid-foia-requests Reps Roy, Norman launch effort to bring transparency on COVID FOIA requests 2021-12-17 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON— On Thursday, Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) and Rep. Ralph Norman (SC-05), joined by several of their House colleagues, introduced the Answer COVID FOIAs Now Act to require current outstanding COVID-related FOIA requests to be completed within 100 days. The introduction follows reports that the Public Health and Medical Professionals for Transparency (PHMPT) is suing the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for failure to produce requested documents via FOIA and asking to have until 2097 to do so. "The American people have been misled, and information related to COVID vaccines has been hidden from the public eye or delayed in perpetuity by our public health ‘experts,' throughout this pandemic," Rep. Roy said. "The FDA's request to have until 2097 to fully release documents related to the approval of the Pfizer vaccine is absurd. The American people deserve transparent and honest information; that is why I am proud to introduce this bill to bring necessary accountability and transparency for COVID-related FOIA requests. This is a first step among many needed reforms that will address the rank incompetence and dishonesty federal agencies have displayed throughout this pandemic." "We must ensure the public can trust the very government institutions they pay for to serve them with integrity," Rep. Normansaid. "Fearmongering, virtue signaling, and, at best, inconsistent messaging have eroded the faith in the independence of these agencies and public health officials at large. It is imperative that federal agencies follow through on any FOIA requests in a timely manner on any COVID-related issue. I am proud to work with Rep. Roy on this legislation to restore the public's faith in our government." "White Coat Waste Project applauds Congressman Roy's commitment to government transparency, and is proud to support his new legislation. Freedom of Information Act requests have helped WCW and others uncover critical details about the origins of Covid-19, including how dangerous coronavirus gain-of-function experiments on… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sylvia-r-garcia-tx-29-issues-statement-response-senate Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia (TX-29) Issues Statement in Response to Senate Parliamentarian Opinion on Immigration Reform in Build Back Better. 2021-12-17 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Sylvia R. Garcia G000587 sylviagarcia.house.gov sylviagarcia https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia (TX-29) released the following statement in response to the opinion by the Senate Parliamentarian against the immigration reform provisions proposed in the Build Back Better Act: "I am deeply disappointed by the Senate Parliamentarian's opinion which disregards the immense economic contributions of immigrants to communities across the country. Immigrants are essential workers, business owners, and taxpayers who contribute every day to their local communities. Immigration reform would allow them to contribute even more and live with stability and peace of mind to pursue their American Dream. This fight is not over. I will keep fighting with my House and Senate colleagues for immigrants and for the millions of people who already call our country home. We must get this done." The latest provisions proposed for the Build Back Better Act would extend work permits for immigrants and provide temporary protection against deportation for certain immigrants who came to the United States before January, 2011. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=819 Congresswoman Escobar Announces Over 93K Hardworking El Paso Families Have Benefited from the Expanded Child Tax Credit 2021-12-16 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Veronica Escobar E000299 escobar.house.gov escobar https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper On the heels of the December Child Tax Credit payment, Congresswoman Escobar announced more than 93,000 hardworking El Paso families have received approximately $262 million in tax cuts this year through the expanded Child Tax Credit, according to new estimates from the Joint Economic Committee. Many of these families will see even more tax cuts when they file their taxes in the upcoming year. In Texas, an estimated 3.5 million hardworking families have received $9.5 billion in tax cuts in 2021. Nationwide, 90 percent of families with kids received the Child Tax Credit monthly tax cuts this year. “I am extremely proud of the work my colleagues and I have done to lift children out of poverty and ensure we put money back in the pockets of hardworking families in El Paso and across the country,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “As over 93,000 El Paso families receive this essential lifeline again, I strongly urge my Senate colleagues to pass the Build Back Better Act now to continue this progress that has benefited 173,000 children in my community and ensure no parent has to choose between medicine or food, diapers or formula and instead have the financial freedom necessary to provide for their children.” The American Rescue Plan, which Congresswoman Escobar voted for and President Joe Biden signed into law in March 2021, expanded the Child Tax Credit to up to $3,600 per child for children ages 0 to 5, and $3,000 per child for children ages 6 to 17 and authorized advance monthly payments of that tax cut beginning in July and running through December. The expansion of the Child Tax Credit has reduced childhood poverty by 40%, lifting millions of children across the country out of poverty. The House-passed Build Back Better Act extends this tax cut by one additional year, ensuring families do not have to choose between their basic necessities. This extension will help families cover the cost of food, housing, health care, and transportation and will continue the largest one-year reduction in child poverty in history. … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3605 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher and Congressman Tom Malinowski Introduce Stopping Abortion Bounties Act 2021-12-16 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and Congressman Tom Malinowski (NJ-07) introduced the Stopping Abortion Bounties Act, a response to Texas Senate Bill 8, the Texas Heartbeat Act, that creates a private right of action allowing ‘‘any person’’ (other than a state or local government actor) to sue abortion providers and anyone who helps or intends to help a person obtain an abortion in violation of S.B. 8’s terms—effectively, after approximately six weeks of pregnancy—and incentivizes those claimants to sue by providing a bounty of at least $10,000 per defendant. Lawmakers in other states are now using S.B. 8 as a blueprint for their own legislation. If enacted, the Stopping Abortion Bounties Act would impose a 100% federal tax on any bounty award obtained under S.B. 8 or legislation like it, and direct the revenues raised from the tax to a fund within the Department of Treasury that would reimburse any organization or individual ordered to pay the bounty. “S.B. 8 is an affront to all Texans. This radical law is wholly incompatible with our civil justice system—creating new rules, applying them to S.B. 8 cases alone, making them all but impossible to defend—and it is a threat to the very foundations of our society with its bounty system,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “This law, already in effect in my home state of Texas, is transparent in its effort to isolate women by targeting their support networks and discouraging their loved ones from helping them for fear of being sued. I am proud to work with Congressman Malinowski to reject this dangerous bounty system by introducing the Stopping Abortion Bounties Act today, which imposes a 100% federal tax on any bounty award obtained under S.B. 8 or legislation like it.” “Make no mistake, the Texas abortion law is an outrageous attempt to nullify Roe v. Wade by creating a nation of bounty hunters deputized to sue anyone in America who helps a woman get an abortion,” said Representative Malinowski. “This bill not only nullifies the bounties, but prote… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-gonzalez-announces-over-51-billion-new-funding-roads-and-bridges Congressman Gonzalez Announces Over $5.1 Billion in New Funding for Roads and Bridges Headed to Texas, First Round of Highway Funding Under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law 2021-12-16 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Vicente Gonzalez G000581 gonzalez.house.gov gonzalez https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper McAllen, Texas – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) announced Texas will receive $5,167,860,243 in new federal funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This is the first tranche of funding for Texas highways under the five-year federal investment. "With this new funding from the bipartisan infrastructure law, we're putting Texans to work rebuilding roads and bridges in communities across the state," said Congressman Gonzalez. "These federal investments will cut down commute times, help small businesses get goods to market and keep travelers safe on our roads." The historic and bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, signed into law by President Biden on November 15, 2021, secured new federal funding for highway and bridge repair for communities across the nation. The funds administered by the Federal-Aid Highway Program can be used for the construction, reconstruction, or improvement. The American Society of Civil Engineers gave Texas a C- grade on its Infrastructure Report Card, finding many deficiencies that require immediate attention. With this funding – and more to come – the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will create good-paying jobs to strengthen our crumbling infrastructure. "Thanks to the bold leadership of President Biden and House Democrats, we are already seeing the tangible impact of the bipartisan infrastructure law in communities across Texas," continued Congressman Gonzalez. "This historic legislation will make a tremendous difference in the lives of Texans – and I look forward to shepherding more federal funding to our region." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases?ID=836316B8-1BF4-41F8-A518-7244C73AC68D Gooden Calls on U.S. Olympic Committee to Prohibit Athletes from Using Chinese Digital Currency 2021-12-16 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Lance Gooden G000589 gooden.house.gov gooden https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases page_html WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Congressman Lance Gooden (R-Texas), joined by Reps. Markwayne Mullin (OK-04), Lisa McClain (MI-10), and Jake Ellzey (TX-06), sent a letter to the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) requesting the committee forbid U.S. athletes from acquiring or using the Chinese Communist Party’s Digital Electronic Currency Payment, or digital yuan, during the Beijing Winter Olympics in 2022. The digital yuan is entirely controlled by the People’s Bank of China and can be tracked or traced by the central bank. As a result, it is an absolute certainty the Chinese Communist Party will use the digital yuan to surveil Olympic athletes. Rep. Lance Gooden said, “China is the primary adversary of the United States with a long track record of surveilling American citizens. The United States Olympic Committee should take every precaution to protect the privacy of American athletes from the communist Chinese government.” You can read the full text of Rep. Gooden’s letter to the USOPC here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z
https://jackson.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=314 Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation to Help Law Enforcement Prepare for Polar Vortexes 2021-12-16 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Ronny Jackson J000304 jackson.house.gov jackson https://jackson.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) introduced the Providing Our Law Enforcement with Adequate Recourses for a Response Act, or the POLAR Response Act, which would add polar vortexes to the list of disaster-related emergencies when the Department of Defense (DoD) is considering law enforcement for the transfer of excess property and equipment as part of the 1033 program. This could include equipment such as vehicles, generators, sleeping bags, tools, and first aid supplies. The 1033 program gives the Secretary of Defense authority to transfer excess DoD property to federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies for law enforcement activities, including counterdrug, counterterrorism, and border security. This also includes responding to disaster-related emergencies such as hurricanes, tornados, or high water. The POLAR Response Act would add polar vortexes to the definition of major disasters included under the 1033 program. Jackson said: "When Texas experienced an unprecedented polar vortex earlier this year, we identified vulnerabilities in our disaster response capabilities that should be addressed. That includes making sure our brave law enforcement officers are prepared to respond to the most unconventional challenges, even polar vortexes in Texas. Adding polar vortexes to the definition of major disasters for the DoD’s 1033 program will help ensure officers have the best possible equipment at their disposal to protect citizens, mitigate fallout, and get communities back on their feet as quickly as possible. The POLAR Response Act will do just that.” Jackson is a member of the House Armed Services Committee. Link to the full bill text can be found here. Co-sponsors include Representatives Troy Nehls (TX-22), August Pfluger (TX-11), Tony Gonzales (TX-23), Jodey Arrington (TX-19), Pat Fallon (TX-04), Randy Weber (TX-14), Jake Ellzey (TX-06), Pete Sessions (TX-17), and Van Taylor (TX-03). 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://mccaul.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-mccaul-brady-ellzey-continues-to-oppose-taxpayer-subsidized-federal Reps. McCaul, Brady, Ellzey Continues to Oppose Taxpayer-Subsidized Federal Funding for High-Speed Rail Project 2021-12-16 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Michael T. McCaul M001157 mccaul.house.gov mccaul https://mccaul.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressmen Michael McCaul (TX-10), Kevin Brady (TX-08) and Jake Ellzey (TX-06) sent a letter to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg expressing their continued opposition to Texas Central Railroad's (TCR) ability to access taxpayer-subsidized federal funding for their high-speed rail project from Houston to Dallas. Specifically, these members oppose any money from the $10 billion allocated for high-speed rail funding included in the recently passed House version of The Build Back Better Act to go towards the controversial Texas Central Railroad bullet train. Although Texas Central is currently ineligible to access any of these funds for PRIME grants, Congressman Brady will continue to urge against giving taxpayer dollars to this project should they become eligible in the future. In the letter, they wrote: "To be clear, we strongly support infrastructure that advances the growth of our country; however, we oppose federal intervention and funding for a controversial project that is tens of billions of dollars over budget, years behind schedule, lacks a single permit to construct and has publicly pledged to be constructed "exclusively with private financing." "As TCR struggles with financing and permitting – and undergoes a Texas Supreme Court challenge – it is imperative that the U.S. Department of Transportation safeguard taxpayer dollars and recognize the economic injustice imposed upon rural citizens and their communities by a project that private investors are fleeing for good reason." "In the desire to protect American taxpayers and Texas rural communities, we continue to oppose any taxpayers-subsidized federal funding for Texas Central." Click here to read the full letter. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-al-green-expresses-approval-debt-limit-increase Congressman Al Green Expresses Approval of Debt Limit Increase 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Al Green G000553 algreen.house.gov algreen https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper (Washington, DC) – On Wednesday, December 15, 2021, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) released the following statement: “The continuing resolution passed earlier this year in September, H.R. 5305, included a provision to suspend the debt ceiling through December 2021, at which point a new debt limit needed to be established. With the deadline to address that temporary suspension upon us, it was urgent that Congress take action to avoid the United States’ first debt default in history,” Congressman Al Green said. “The debt limit amount has been modified 98 times since 1945, including for increases and suspensions. It was necessary to modify it once again to maintain a healthy economy, as well as our country’s reputation as a trustworthy borrower.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=699 Arrington Leads Legislation to Protect American Energy Exports & Global Dominance 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Jodey C. Arrington A000375 arrington.house.gov arrington https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Rep. Jodey C. Arrington (TX-19), with twenty-two of his colleagues, introduced the Continuing Robust and Uninhibited Drilling and Exporting (CRUDE) Act of 2021 to restrict President Biden’s ability to impose an export ban on crude oil without first proving a credible national security risk. “The Biden Administration’s rhetoric surrounding an oil export ban is completely misguided and will result in higher energy costs for American consumers, hurt our domestic producers, and weaken our energy independence. I am proud to introduce the CRUDE Act to prevent the Biden Administration from weaponizing trade policies to destroy the oil and gas industry and America’s global energy dominance.” - Congressman Jodey C. Arrington “We appreciate Congressman Arrington’s commitment to protecting crude oil exports – which have demonstrably benefitted our economy and climate – and enhanced the geopolitical and national security of the US and our allies.” - Anne Bradbury, CEO, American Exploration & Production Council “Reimposing a crude oil export ban is a reckless policy that will reduce energy supplies at home and condemn America’s allies to energy poverty and a growing dependence on Russia. Our members are grateful for Congressman Arrington’s fight for Texas businesses. The CRUDE Act is needed to ensure the investments in Texas and along our gulf coast can maintain our energy security.” - Jason Modglin, President, Texas Alliance of Energy Producers “The CRUDE Act gives further assurances to our allies that they can continue to depend on America as a trading partner for reliable energy and improved security around the world. In addition to their economic impact here at home, U.S. energy exports serve an important role in diminishing the ability of hostile regimes to use their own energy as a geopolitical tool. Congressman Arrington and his cosponsors are taking a proactive stance to protect America and our allies by preserving this alternative to less reliable, and higher polluting, energy from other co… 1 2026-04-07T12:09:11Z 2026-06-28T00:49:41Z
https://babin.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=8006 Babin Votes No on Bill to Raise Debt Ceiling 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Brian Babin B001291 babin.house.gov babin https://babin.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after voting no on S.J. Res. 33, a bill to raise the debt ceiling by $2.5 trillion. “During my six-year tenure in Congress, our national debt has risen by an unacceptable $11 trillion,” said Babin. “Instead of reining in their reckless spending and taking responsibility for the consequences, Democrats voted to raise the debt ceiling – an action that grants them a blank check to continue wasting tax dollars. “I came to Congress to help create a safer and more prosperous America for my 17 grandchildren. I refuse to vote for a measure that saddles them and their grandchildren with incomprehensible debt and an increasingly unstable future.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://carter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1591 Carter, Cruz, Cornyn, Sessions, and Williams Hold United Airlines Accountable 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX John R. Carter C001051 carter.house.gov carter https://carter.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper (Washington, DC) - Representative John Carter (TX-31), Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and John Cornyn (R-TX), and Representatives Pete Sessions (TX-17) and Roger Williams (TX-25) sent a letter to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of United Airlines, Scott Kirby, to address United's decision to stop service out of Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport and Easterwood Field Airport in College Station, TX. United Airlines released a statement that they would no longer be servicing out of Killeen or College Station beginning January 3, 2022. This is after Congress passed $2.2 trillion in CARES Act coronavirus relief funding that granted United Airlines over $10 billion in Payroll Support Program (PSP) loans. In the letter they wrote: "Despite current demand for air travel in the College Station and Killeen markets, and the prospect for sustained growth, United has decided to end air service to two cities which collectively represent the nation’s largest active-duty armored post and a university that is one of the largest suppliers of military leaders for the U.S. Armed Forces as well as a critical partner in research and innovation affecting national security and national defense. "We believe United’s decision will have a negative impact on America’s national security. Additionally, because the intent of PSP was to enable passenger air carriers to resume their pre-pandemic operations and to ensure employees would not be laid off, your decision appears to violate the spirit if not the letter of the law as well as the promises your industry made to Congress when it came begging for Federal assistance." Read the full letter HERE. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases/one-month-until-child-tax-credit-payments-stop-if-senate-doesnt-pass-build One Month Until Child Tax Credit Payments Stop if Senate Doesn’t Pass Build Back Better 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lloyd Doggett D000399 doggett.house.gov doggett https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Contact: Kate Stotesbery 202-494-4620 Washington, D.C. — This morning, U.S. Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), Chair of the House Ways & Means Health Subcommittee, shared this statement, as the sixth monthly Child Tax Credit is deposited in millions of parents’ bank accounts today: “Central Texas parents are receiving their sixth monthly Child Tax Credit payments for each child. These payments have been called ‘Social Security for Children,’ and described as a tax cut for families with children. We approved this support for children over the objection of every single Texas Republican. And now they are trying to stop further payments. Unless the Senate finally acts to approve Build Back Better legislation, Republicans win and parents will receive no payment on January 15th or thereafter. The Senate has had this House-approved Build Back Better bill for weeks. For the children whose future hangs in the balance, the time for Senate action is now.” In July, Rep. Doggett joined Foundation Communities, Councilwoman Vanessa Fuentes, and Austin parent and recent Texas State graduate Cristina Guajardo to mark the first day of Child Tax Credit (CTC) payments. They explained who can expect payments automatically and how much is coming—as well as how parents who do not normally file a tax return could ensure they do not miss out on these important payments and get free, bilingual help from Foundation Communities. The video of this press conference is available here. Rep. Doggett has published an FAQ webpage for families’ questions, available in both English and Spanish here. Nationwide, according to the Joint Economic Committee: Based on the latest data available, the expanded CTC will generate nearly $19.3 billion in spending in local economies each month nationwide. Family finances have improved significantly following the first monthly payments in July. Analysis based on data from the Census Bureau shows that following the July payments there were significant declines in the share of households with children rep… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3601 Congresswoman Fletcher Leads Letter to President Biden Discouraging Ban on Crude Oil Exports 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper This week, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) sent a letter to President Biden opposing recent calls to reinstate a ban on crude oil exports. The letter advocates for the benefits of domestic oil production and outlines its impacts on the national economy. The letter outlines how banning U.S. exports would discourage domestic production, further limiting global supply and eliminating American jobs. It could also lead to a reduction in domestic and international refining capacity and place unnecessary stress on the global supply chain. “Here in Houston, we understand the complex global energy market because we are leaders in all forms of energy, including the exploration, transportation, and refining of oil and gas products,” said Congresswoman Fletcher. “It is important to share our perspective that an export ban would be counterproductive to efforts to lower gasoline prices and to ensure our energy independence, and I am glad to partner in this effort with Rep. Veasey.” “I was proud to vote for the year end spending package in 2015 that included a historic agreement that lifted the crude oil export ban and extended several clean energy tax credits” said Congressman Marc Veasey. “This common sense agreement represented a win-win for my home state of Texas. That is why I am joining on to this letter with Rep. Fletcher because rolling back that agreement would be unwise, especially when oil is a commodity with prices tied to a complex and dynamic global market.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-joins-va-secretary-mcdonough-tour-fort-sam-houston Congressman Tony Gonzales Joins VA Secretary McDonough For Tour of Fort Sam Houston 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper SAN ANTONIO, TX – Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) joined the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary, Denis McDonough, for a tour of Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. During the tour, they recognized employees at the cemetery who were doing exceptional work and met with leadership to hear about ongoing projects and potential futures needs. Congressman Gonzales’ grandparents are buried at Fort Sam Houston Cemetery. His grandfather is a World War II veteran. See photos and videos from the event here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-gonzalez-demands-governor-abbott-focus-fixing-power-grid-instead Congressman Gonzalez Demands Governor Abbott Focus on Fixing the Power Grid Instead of Building a Border Wall 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Vicente Gonzalez G000581 gonzalez.house.gov gonzalez https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper McAllen, Texas – Today, Governor Greg Abbott announced on social media that "construction of Texas-Mexico border wall will begin soon." Stating that "in the Biden Administration's absence, Texas is stepping up to get the job done by building our own border wall." Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) responded to this recent news with the following tweet: "Governor, please focus on our power grid first! Let's not allow more Texans to suffer and die this winter." - Congressman Gonzalez Governor Abbott has appropriated $250 million from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDJC) budget and will use $54,423,681 in private donations to continue building a wall along the Southern Border. In February 2021, Texans suffered widespread power outages when the ERCOT power grid failed during Winter Storm Uri. This event stranded millions without heat or electricity while temperatures plummeted, ultimately leading to 210 deaths throughout the state. Recently, there have been conflicting reports about the readiness of the electric grid in time for winter. Texans deserve a reliable and consistent power source. Governor Abbott should turn his focus from a doomed project that does nothing except score him political points and ensure our power grid is equipped to handle any future extreme weather event. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases?ID=FF83FBEF-9605-4244-B3D0-8DBC3219C167 Congressman Gooden Demands TSA Provide Answers on Migrants Flying Without Identification 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Lance Gooden G000589 gooden.house.gov gooden https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases page_html WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, Congressman Lance Gooden (R-Texas) sent a letter to the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) demanding answers as to why illegal migrants are being permitted to fly without proper identification. Last month, Gooden’s office obtained whistleblower documents proving the Transportation Security Administration is allowing unknown migrants to board U.S. commercial airlines. The congressman subsequently traveled to the southern border and observed illegal migrants boarding commercial aircraft firsthand. Rep. Lance Gooden said, “The Transportation Security Administration is putting millions of Americans flying for Christmas at risk by allowing unknown, and potentially dangerous, immigrants to board commercial aircraft. The American people deserve transparency and to know U.S. national security and their personal safety are not being put at risk.” Representatives David McKinley (WV-01), Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Byron Donalds (FL-19), Pat Fallon (TX-04), Mary Miller (IL-15), Brian Babin (TX-36), Jake Ellzey (TX-06), Steven Palazzo (MS-04), Louie Gohmert (TX-01), Mike Bost (IL-12), Bob Gibbs (OH-07), Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Bill Johnson (OH-06), and Jodey Arrington (TX-19) joined Rep. Gooden in demanding answers from TSA Administrator Pekoske. You can read the full letter to the Transportation Security Administration here. Rep. Gooden previously wrote to the Administrator on November 17th and has yet to receive a response. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z
https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sylvia-r-garcia-issues-statement-senate-s-passage-ndaa-and-what Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia Issues Statement On The Senate’s Passage Of The NDAA And What It Means For the Fight For Justice For Spc. Vanessa Guillen. 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Sylvia R. Garcia G000587 sylviagarcia.house.gov sylviagarcia https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C.— Today, Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia (TX-29) issued the following statement regarding the Senate's passage of the National Defense Authorization Act and what this means for getting justice for Spc. Vanessa Guillen: "I thank the Senate for passing the National Defense Authorization Act of 2022, which, after 50 years, will provide much-needed reforms to the Uniform Code of Military Justice. The bill is now heading to President Biden's desk and will finally become a vehicle for justice for all victims of sexual assault and harassment in the military while transforming the institution's culture--it will ensure that what happened to Spc. Vanessa Guillen never happens again to another soldier. I have said it repeatedly: we owe our soldiers all the protection they need so they can feel safe in the institution they have committed to while serving our country. I thank the Guillen family for their tireless fight to get justice for Vanessa, Congresswoman Jackie Speier for her leadership and for fighting for Vanessa and all victims of sexual harassment in our country, and all my colleagues in Congress who, from the beginning, joined this fight, united to find justice for her. We are one step closer to justice and protection for our soldiers." SUMMARY OF RELEVANT PROVISIONS IN THE UNIFORM CODE OF MILITARY JUSTICE (UCMJ) REFORMS INCLUDED IN THE NDAA PASSED BY THE SENATE Special Trial Counsel Creates an Office of the Special Trial Counsel within each Service and ensuring their independence by requiring they directly report to the Service Secretary. The provision also defines the role and responsibilities of these prosecutors and including their required experience. Criminalizes sexual harassment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. All claims of sexual harassment will be required to be investigated by an independent investigator outside the chain of command. Establishes judge-alone sentencing and sentencing parameters to increase fairness across the system. Increases the notification for Surviv… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases/la-congresista-sylvia-garcia-emite-una-declaraci-n-sobre-la-aprobaci-n-de-la La Congresista Sylvia Garcia Emite Una Declaración Sobre La Aprobación de La Ley de Autorización de Defensa Nacional y lo Que Significa Para la Lucha para Conseguir Justicia Para Vanessa Guillén 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Sylvia R. Garcia G000587 sylviagarcia.house.gov sylviagarcia https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C.— Hoy, la congresista Sylvia R. García (TX-29) emitió la siguiente declaración con respecto a la aprobación por el Senado de la Ley de Autorización de Defensa Nacional (NDAA) y lo que esto significa para obtener justicia para Spc. Vanessa Guillén: "Le doy gracias al Senado por aprobar la Ley de Autorización de Defensa Nacional de 2022, que, después de 50 años, proporcionará reformas necesarias al Código Uniforme de Justicia Militar. Este proyecto de ley se dirige ahora al escritorio del presidente Biden para su firma y finalmente se convertirá en un vehículo de justicia para todas las víctimas de agresión sexual y acoso en el ejército, mientras transforma la cultura de la institución ya que garantizará que lo que le sucedió a la Spc. Vanessa Guillén nunca más se vuelva a repetir. Lo he dicho una y otra vez: le debemos a nuestros soldados toda la protección que necesitan para que se sientan seguros en la institución a la que se han comprometido mientras sirven a nuestro país. Agradezco a la familia Guillén por su incansable lucha para lograr justicia para Vanessa, a la congresista Jackie Speier por su liderazgo y por luchar por Vanessa y todas las víctimas de acoso sexual en nuestro país, y a todos mis colegas en el Congreso que, desde el principio, se unieron a esta lucha, unidos para lograr justicia para ella. Estamos un paso más cerca de la justicia y la protección de nuestros soldados." RESUMEN DE DISPOSICIONES RELEVANTES DEL CÓDIGO UNIFORME DE JUSTICIA MILITAR (UCMJ) REFORMAS INCLUIDAS EN EL NDAA APROBADO POR EL SENADO Abogado de juicio especial Crea una Oficina del Asesor Jurídico Especial dentro de cada Servicio y asegura su independencia al exigir que reporten directamente al Secretario del Servicio. La disposición también define el papel y las responsabilidades de estos fiscales e incluye la experiencia requerida. Penaliza el acoso sexual bajo el Código Uniforme de Justicia Militar. Todas las denuncias de acoso sexual deberán ser investigadas por un investigador independiente fuera d… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://veasey.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-veasey-fletcher-lead-letter-to-president-biden-discouraging-ban-on Reps. Veasey, Fletcher Lead Letter to President Biden Discouraging Ban on Crude Oil Exports 2021-12-15 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Marc A. Veasey V000131 veasey.house.gov veasey https://veasey.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – This week, Reps. Marc Veasey (TX-33) and Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) sent a letter to President Biden opposing recent calls to reinstate a ban on crude oil exports. The letter advocates for the benefits of domestic oil production and outlines its impacts on the national economy. The letter outlines how banning U.S. exports would discourage domestic production, further limiting global supply and eliminating American jobs. It could also lead to a reduction in domestic and international refining capacity and place unnecessary stress on the global supply chain. "I was proud to vote for the year-end spending package in 2015 that included a historic agreement that lifted the crude oil export ban and extended several clean energy tax credits," said Congressman Marc Veasey. "This common sense agreement represented a win-win for my home state of Texas. That is why I am joining on to this letter with Rep. Fletcher because rolling back that agreement would be unwise, especially when oil is a commodity with prices tied to a complex and dynamic global market." "Here in Houston, we understand the complex global energy market because we are leaders in all forms of energy, including the exploration, transportation, and refining of oil and gas products," said Congresswoman Fletcher. "It is important to share our perspective that an export ban would be counterproductive to efforts to lower gasoline prices and to ensure our energy independence, and I am glad to partner in this effort with Rep. Veasey." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=818 Congresswoman Escobar Announces Coalition Led by UTEP Has Been Selected as a Finalist for Department of Commerce’s $1 Billion Build Back Better Regional Challenge 2021-12-14 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Veronica Escobar E000299 escobar.house.gov escobar https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Congresswoman Veronica Escobar and Dr. Heather Wilson, President of the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), announced that the West Texas Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing Coalition led by UTEP has been selected as one of the 60 finalists for the Department of Commerce’s $1 billion Build Back Better Regional Challenge. The Build Back Better Regional Challenge is a program developed by the Economic Development Administration (EDA) and funded by the American Rescue Plan, which Congresswoman Escobar voted for and President Joe Biden signed into law in March 2021. As part of the Build Back Better Regional Challenge, the Coalition will receive a grant of approximately $500,000 to further develop a project that aims to bridge the gap in America's aerospace and defense manufacturing capabilities by developing the El Paso Makes Advanced District and West Texas Advanced Technology Corridor. This transformative investment would boost economic recovery and help develop and strengthen our region’s industry, all while embracing economic equity, creating good-paying jobs, and enhancing U.S. competitiveness globally. “I am excited to announce that, thanks to the American Rescue Plan, El Paso will have the opportunity to build on our community’s efforts to promote economic diversification, accelerate our economic recovery amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and showcase our talented and diverse workforce,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “I am grateful to UTEP for their partnership in championing economic development investments and I look forward to seeing how this innovative project will help get our aerospace and defense manufacturing industry to the next level.” “Aerospace and defense manufacturing represents a transformational economic development opportunity for El Paso and West Texas,” said Dr. Wilson. “As a national leader in additive manufacturing, UTEP is grateful for this U.S. Economic Development Administration grant to help develop more high-paying jobs in the region while enhancing U.S. competitiveness. We have a grea… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3598 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Announces 2021 Congressional App Challenge Winner 2021-12-14 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Yesterday, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher announced Rebecca Bi as the winner of the 2021 Congressional App Challenge. Rebecca’s app, Homisaf, is designed to detect motion to protect homeowners from potential invaders and can send alerts to the app user’s email address. “Once again, I am so impressed with the creative talents of our young neighbors,” said Congresswoman Fletcher. “Rebecca’s Homisaf app is a creative and important contribution to keeping our community safe. Her enthusiasm, creativity, and resourcefulness are so inspiring. I congratulate her on this accomplishment and look forward to seeing what she does next!” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3599 U.S. Postal Service Reports Audit Findings Following Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher’s Request for Investigation 2021-12-14 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper After receiving numerous concerns from her constituents, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher called on Postmaster Inspector General Whitcomb to investigate mail service disruptions, stolen or lost mail, and burglarized mailboxes in June 2021. In response to her letter, the United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS OIG) began an audit into two postal service stations: Ashford West (12655 Whittington Dr, Houston, Texas 77077) and Westbury (11805 Chimney Rock Rd, Houston, Texas 77035). The USPS OIG has now published a report on the results of their audit, conducted from August to December 2021. The stations have until December 31, 2021 to implement recommendations outlined in the audit. “Our community relies on and values the postal service, which is why I asked the Postmaster General to investigate mail delivery issues,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “The issues identified in the investigation are concerning, and I am grateful for the work and cooperation of the Inspector General’s Office as well as our local Postal District Manager. I look forward to seeing the recommendations implemented, and to improved service for our residents in our community.” The USPS OIG investigation team conducted site visits at the Ashford West and Westbury stations from August 31–September 1, 2021, confirming several of the mail disruption issues cited in the Congresswoman’s letter. Findings of their investigation include: (1) delayed mail delivery, (2) inaccurate reporting of mail conditions and expected delivery, (3) package scanning issues, (4) inbound mail truck arrival scans, and (5) improper safeguarding of mail delivery vehicles and arrow lock keys. Regarding reports of lost mail and removal of drive-up mail collection boxes, USPS district management has observed several physical attempts of mail theft and have since replaced the drive-up mail collection boxes at the Ashford West and Westbury Stations. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-hosts-texas-veterans-outreach-event Congressman Tony Gonzales Hosts Texas Veterans Outreach Event 2021-12-14 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper FORT STOCKTON, TX – Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) held a Texas Veterans Engagement and Outreach Event in partnership with Texas Veterans Commission, West Texas VA Health Care System, and El Paso VA Health Care System. Texas Veterans were able to get assistance with VHA eligibility and registration, Mental Health Resources, Veterans Entrepreneur Programs, and more. The event had over 250 Veterans in attendance. See photos from the event here. “As a Navy Veteran, I understand firsthand how difficult it can be to navigate the resources available to us,” said Congressman Gonzales. “Our Veterans make the ultimate sacrifice and deserve access to quality care. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped put on this successful event.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-names-luisa-del-rosal-chief-staff Congressman Tony Gonzales Names Luisa del Rosal as Chief of Staff 2021-12-14 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper SAN ANTONIO, TX - Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) on Tuesday named Luisa del Rosal as his new Chief of Staff starting January. She will serve as Congressman Gonzales' lead advisor and oversee operations in both the district and Washington, D.C. "Luisa has strong experience in serving the people of Texas and a deep understanding of the conservative values that make our district and our state so unique," said Congressman Gonzales. "She is a leader in the Hispanic community and advocate for education and opportunity for all. I am confident she will be an exceptional addition to our team, and I look forward to working with her on behalf of Texas' 23rd District." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-roys-remarks-against-politicized-committees-effort-hold-mark-meadows Rep. Roy's remarks against politicized committee's effort to hold Mark Meadows in contempt of Congress 2021-12-14 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON — Rep. Chip Roy gave the following remarks Tuesday evening ahead of his vote against a resolution to hold former Congressman and former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows in contempt of Congress: The clip of Rep. Roy's remarks is available here and a transcript is available below: A year ago in January, I spoke on this floor in defense of the Rule of Law, and my view that it was incumbent upon Congress to count the electors sent to us from the respective states. In doing so, I reminded this chamber that "We are deeply divided." Now, we are a nation perilously divided further. And a divided nation must return to first principles. Those first principles include separation of powers and in so doing, the judicious use of the Congressional subpoena power as requiring, per the U.S. Supreme Court, "a valid legislative purpose." That power is not, per the Court, limitless. It is not, per the Court, a "power to expose for the sake of exposure." It is not, per the Court, a power to "punish," as such would be "indefensible." The Jan. 6th Committee was born in politics. After all, we have standing committees, like Judiciary, which have had precisely zero hearings about the 500 Americans who have been charged, arrested, and/or in jailed regarding January 6 — and then the natural pursuit of any conspiracy associated with the crimes alleged against them. No, this select committee continually moves the goalposts far from a core legislative purpose. Indeed, one target seeking to claim privilege was told to take specific steps to claim that privilege, then did so, and then was told 'sorry, this was not sufficient en route to contempt.' Now, we have the targeting of our friend, Mark Meadows. Congressman Meadows sought accommodation — and while, yes, it is between branches — the question of privilege regarding the former President continues to be litigated for good reason. The gentlelady from Wyoming outlined text messages from some of us imploring action by the President. The text messages from which she … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://vanduyne.house.gov/2021/12/rep-van-duynes-amendments-pass-national-defense-authorization-act Rep. Van Duyne's Amendments Pass in the National Defense Authorization Act 2021-12-14 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Beth Van Duyne V000134 vanduyne.house.gov vanduyne https://vanduyne.house.gov/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Van Duyne’s legislation passed through Congress and now goes to the President’s desk to be signed into law. The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), – which included Rep. Van Duyne's bipartisan bills – passed the House 363 - 70. “I want to provide solutions to the problems North Texans are facing and work each day to improve our economy for working families, from fixing supply chain problems to leveling the playing field for small businesses." said Rep. Van Duyne "In today's fiercely contested political climate, bipartisan solutions are still within the bounds of a nation often-times divided by ideology. I look forward to this bill's arrival on the President’s desk so we can deliver results for the American people." Rep. Van Duyne’s bill directs the Director of National Intelligence and the Director of the CIA to identify critical supply chains to our national security, economic security, and public health and recommend necessary actions. This is the first necessary step towards fixing the critical security weaknesses exposed through this supply chain crisis. Another of Rep. Van Duyne’s bills was also included in the NDAA. This legislation directs the Secretary of Defense to assess whether the Department of Defense's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework on small businesses could create hurdles to keep small businesses from competing effectively. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-joins-bipartisan-effort-secure-procurement-planes Congressman Tony Gonzales Joins Bipartisan Effort to Secure Procurement of Planes Used by Texas Air National Guard 2021-12-13 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Representative Tony Gonzales (TX-23) joined a bipartisan letter led by Representatives Barry Loudermilk (GA-11), David Scott (GA-13), Cheri Bustos (IL-17), and Darin LaHood (IL-18) urging U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secretary Lloyd Austin to consider a multi-year procurement program for the C-130J. The Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) uses the C-130J aircraft to support different domestic operations such as providing humanitarian relief following natural disasters. Read the full text of the letter here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-hosts-cyber-roundtable Congressman Tony Gonzales Hosts Cyber Roundtable 2021-12-10 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C. - Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) on Tuesday held a cybersecurity roundtable with Congressman John Katko (NY-24) and fellow members of Congress. Field experts in attendance included Dmitri Alperovitch, Cofounder of CrowdStrike and Bill Evanina, Former Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center. They discussed cyber issues facing America including combatting ransomware, empowering Cyber Command, and emboldening the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). For more photos, click here. “The future of cybersecurity is critical to our national security,” said Congressman Gonzales. “This roundtable allowed members of Congress and industry experts to discuss ways the U.S. can strengthen our cyber defense, as ransomware and cyberattacks are at an all-time high. I appreciated being part of the conversation to devise meaningful solutions to America’s cybersecurity challenges.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-introduces-bill-fight-cbp-vaccine-mandate Congressman Tony Gonzales Introduces Bill to Fight CBP Vaccine Mandate 2021-12-10 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23), joined by House GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (NY-21) and House Homeland Security Ranking Member John Katko (NY-24), on Friday introduced legislation to restrict federal funds from being used to enforce a vaccine mandate on U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents and officers. The bill, titled Border Agents Staying Employed (BASE) Act, finds that allowing for alternatives to the vaccine, such as regular testing and the use of personal protective equipment, would allow CBP to retain a larger share of its critical workforce while keeping its personnel safe. As of early December, thousands of border patrol agents and customs officers have chosen to forego the COVID-19 vaccine for medical or religious purposes. Hundreds have not yet filed for an exemption and are especially vulnerable to adverse action from the agency. If they do not get vaccinated, they could be subject to layoffs as early as January. The average hiring process for border patrol agents takes more than 400 days, followed by over 20 weeks of training at the Border Patrol Academy. With morale and recruitment rates already at an all-time low, the agency would be unable to fill vacancies expeditiously. In October, Congressman Gonzales led a letter to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas in opposition to the vaccine mandate for border enforcement personnel. “Our men and women at Customs and Border Protection have faced an unprecedented crisis at our southern border over the last year,” said Congressman Gonzales. “They have stayed resilient and strong in the face of extraordinary amounts of stress, working above and beyond their call of duty. With morale at an all-time low, this mandate would be the last straw for many agents and officers who, if not outright fired by the agency, would quit or retire early. Considering the recruitment issues and average hiring time for the CBP workforce, enforcing this vaccine mandate on border enforcement personnel would create a national security issue.” … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/rep-gonzales-joins-bipartisan-letter-urging-president-keep-us-crude-oil Rep. Gonzales Joins Bipartisan Letter Urging President to Keep U.S. Crude Oil Exports Policy 2021-12-10 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) signed a letter to President Biden led by Congressmen August Pfluger (R-TX-11) and Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28) in opposition to reinstating a ban on U.S. crude oil export. This letter comes in response to rising energy costs across America. “If your Administration is seeking solutions to reduce the price of U.S. gasoline, a crude oil export ban is not the remedy. In fact, imposing such a ban will most likely make the situation far worse, as many of the existing studies have shown,” said the letter. "During unprecedented times of supply chain issues and steep gas prices, a crude oil ban would be a disastrous step in the wrong direction,” said Congressman Tony Gonzales. “We should not be relying on other countries for gas and oil when we have the ability to maintain energy independence in our own backyard. Now, more than ever, we should be incentivizing American-made, domestic production, rather than taking actions that would lead to a trade deficit and higher domestic prices.” “Instead of considering an oil export ban that would devastate domestic producers, embolden our foreign adversaries, and drive-up prices on Americans, this administration should pursue policies that unleash affordable, reliable American energy,” said Congressman Pfluger. “We must put Midland over Moscow. Energy security is national security, and nothing is more vital for our prosperity. I would like to thank Congressman Cuellar for continuing to lead and advocate for American energy producers. Our energy policy must put American workers and families first.” “Over the last few months, the United States has seen a rise in prices at the gas pump. As we begin to heal from the pandemic, we must be smart about policy to protect Americans from any additional financial strain,” said Congressman Cuellar. “I urge the Biden Administration to decide against a potential ban on crude oil exports to save jobs, keep money in our pockets, and protect our national security interests. Thank you to Congressman… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://jackson.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=309 Reps. Jackson, Wenstrup, and Crow Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Interoperability with Taiwan 2021-12-10 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Ronny Jackson J000304 jackson.house.gov jackson https://jackson.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON — Earlier this week, Representatives Ronny Jackson (R-TX), Brad Wenstrup (R-OH), and Jason Crow (D-CO) introduced a bill expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should improve interoperability with Taiwan and counter Chinese aggression. This legislation clarifies that the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances do not prohibit deepening interoperability with Taiwan in defense capabilities, specifically in maritime and air domain awareness and integrated air and missile defense systems. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and Senator Angus King (I-ME) introduced the companion bill in the U.S. Senate. The Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances are cornerstones of relations between the United States and Taiwan. The Indo-Pacific is the Department of Defense’s priority theater, and Taiwan is one of the most important partners for the United States in the region. This legislation reinforces the United States’ commitment to preserving peace, security, and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Jackson said: “China’s military aggression and coercion towards Taiwan is a threat to U.S. international and regional security interests in the Indo-Pacific. As cross-strait tensions between China and Taiwan worsen, the United States must deter Chinese aggression by providing Taiwan with the appropriate support and defense capabilities. This legislation is an important step to demonstrate the willingness of the United States to support our allies in the region and help them build and maintain their own security. The message to China from Congress has to be clear, there will be consequences for Beijing if they threaten Taiwan’s independence.” Wenstrup said: “The Chinese Communist Party’s aggression in the Indo-Pacific region is a threat not just to Taiwan or regional stability, but also to the United States and democracies around the world. Taiwan is a critical strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific, and it serves us well to strengthen our economic cooperation and defense capabilities with them. It is equa… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=697 Reps. Arrington and Panetta Request President Biden Designate Supply Chain Czar 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Jodey C. Arrington A000375 arrington.house.gov arrington https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Reps. Jodey Arrington (TX-19) and Jimmy Panetta (CA-20) sent a letter to President Biden requesting that he temporarily designate a supply chain coordinator, or “czar,” to address problems that have plagued our supply chain and continue to wreak havoc in certain sectors of the U.S. economy. Establishing a central point of command at the White House on supply chain issues would provide significant relief to critical industries like agriculture, healthcare, and defense. “The nationwide supply chain problem is affecting every industry from ag producers to auto-manufacturers and eventually hits the pocketbook of every American,” said Rep. Arrington. “I am proud to join my friend and fellow Ways and Means Member, Jimmy Panetta, in imploring the President to prioritize this particular issue which has proven to be a formidable challenge to our economy.” “Product shortages and higher prices need to be addressed with a coordinated, whole of government approach that will provide substantial relief to working families,” said Rep. Panetta. “Getting goods and services to American consumers shouldn’t be a partisan issue, and that’s why we are sending this bipartisan and common-sense letter on an issue that both our constituents care about deeply. While supply chains are improving with the decisive actions of President Biden, a designated coordinator would help to further alleviate the remaining bottlenecks we have at our air, land, and seaports across the country.” The letter can be viewed by clicking here. ### Congressman Jodey Arrington is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives serving the Nineteenth Congressional District of Texas. He serves as a member of the House Ways and Means Committee. 1 2026-04-07T12:09:11Z 2026-06-28T00:49:41Z
https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=698 Rep. Arrington Congratulates Dyess and Abilene Community on Receiving Barksdale Award 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Jodey C. Arrington A000375 arrington.house.gov arrington https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINTON, DC — Today, Rep. Jodey C. Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement congratulating Dyess Air Force Base and the Abilene Community. “The best is in the West when it comes to bombers and bases,” said Rep. Arrington. “Congratulations to the airmen at Dyess AFB and the Abilene community for sweeping the competition in the Global Strike Challenge!” Background: The Barksdale Trophy was presented to Abilene on Wednesday at the Air Force’s Global Strike Command’s Bi-annual Global Strike Challenge Awards Ceremony. This is the second time in four years that Abilene has received the distinguished award. The Barksdale Trophy is awarded to a community that demonstrates: Support of Dyess Airmen and their families; Improvements in infrastructure on and near the base; Engagement with local, state and federal elected officials; Development of relationships with Air Force officials, both personal and professional; Communication of the story of Abilene and Dyess. In addition to the city of Abilene winning the Barksdale Trophy for its exemplary support of Dyess AFB, Dyess airmen also won four competitions in the Global Strike Challenge: Eaker Trophy, Best B-1 Squadron - 28th Bomb Squadron, Dyess AFB Mitchell Trophy, Best Bomb - 28th Bomb Squadron, Dyess AFB Ellis Giant Sword Trophy, Best Bomber Maintenance - 7th Bomb Wing, Dyess AFB Fairchild Trophy, Best Bomb Wing - 7th Bomb Wing, Dyess AFB ### Congressman Jodey Arrington is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives serving the Nineteenth Congressional District of Texas. He serves as a member of the House Ways and Means Committee. 1 2026-04-07T12:09:11Z 2026-06-28T00:49:41Z
https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases/ways-means-health-leaders-author-new-bipartisan-bill-break-down-barriers Ways & Means Health Leaders Author New Bipartisan Bill to Break Down Barriers to Telehealth 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lloyd Doggett D000399 doggett.house.gov doggett https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Contact: Kate Stotesbery 202-494-4620 Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), Chair of the House Ways & Means Health Subcommittee, joined by Health Subcommittee Ranking Member Devin Nunes (R-CA) and Health Subcommittee members Mike Thompson (D-CA), Mike Kelly (R-PA), and David Schweikert (R-AZ), introduced the Telehealth Extension Act. This bipartisan bill ensures permanent access to telehealth for patients across the country by ending outdated geographic and site restrictions on where patients can receive approved telehealth services. Following recommendations from the nonpartisan, independent advisory group Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), the bill also temporarily extends emergency authorities established during the COVID-19 pandemic that authorize a wide range of providers and services via telehealth. The temporary extension of these authorities will prevent an abrupt cliff in services at the end of the Public Health Emergency (PHE) period and allow for further study of the utilization and impact of telehealth in different medical settings. Finally, to ensure Medicare program integrity, the Telehealth Extension Act implements MedPAC recommendations to prevent unnecessary spending and telehealth-related fraud. In 2019, the Department of Justice brought charges against telehealth executives and physicians for $1.2 billion in taxpayer losses after ordering unnecessary back, shoulder, and knee braces. In a separate scheme, Medicare was fraudulently billed $2.1 billion for cancer genetic tests. The Telehealth Extension Act’s anti-fraud provisions will complement the Department of Justice’s investigative and enforcement actions to prevent future scams and billions of dollars of losses to Medicare. “As Americans overcome Zoom fatigue and vaccinations enable many to return to the office and classroom, one aspect of virtual life is here to stay. Expanded access to telehealth, permitted by emergency waivers, has transformed health care delivery—helping patients connect eas… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3589 Congresswoman Fletcher Votes for Protecting Our Democracy Act 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher voted for H.R. 5314, the Protecting Our Democracy Act to restore our system of checks and balances, strengthen accountability in government, protect our elections, and prevent presidential abuses. Congresswoman Fletcher is an original co-sponsor of this legislation, which passed the House of Representatives, 220-208. “The Protecting Our Democracy Act will strengthen and protect our democratic institutions and processes, important steps to maintain public trust in government,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “This bill will help restore transparency, integrity, and accountability—and Americans’ faith in our government. I was glad co-sponsor this bill, and to vote for it today in the House.” The Protecting Our Democracy Act will reassert Congress’s role as a coequal branch of government by addressing the vulnerabilities exposed in recent years. It does so by: Preventing presidential abuses: ensures pardon power cannot be abused and presidents are not above the law, deterring corruption and foreign interference and fighting personal self-enrichment. Restoring our system of checks and balances and strengthening accountability in government: enforces Congress’s subpoena power and power of the purse, strengthens Congressional oversight of emergency declarations, protects the Department of Justice from political meddling from any White House, prevents public servants from engaging in partisan activity, protects whistleblowers and the independence of Inspectors General, restores transparency to the White House including with transparency in tax returns, and helps ensure a smooth presidential transition. Protecting our elections: prevents foreign interference in elections and bolsters public confidence in our democratic institutions. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-applauds-house-passage-blackwell-school-bill Congressman Tony Gonzales Applauds House Passage of Blackwell School Bill 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tony Gonzales (R-TX-23) on Thursday released the following statement, applauding the House passage of the Blackwell School National Historic Act (H.R. 4706): “For decades, the Blackwell School has been an important piece of history for Marfa, west Texas and Mexican-Americans across the country,” said Congressman Gonzales. “Establishing the Blackwell School as a National Historic Site will cement its rich, complicated legacy for generations to come.” “As our country continues to grapple with urgent, endemic issues of race, identity, and institutional discrimination, we need to act now to protect places like the Blackwell School so the important stories of our past can be told now, and for generations,” said Theresa Pierno, President and CEO for The National Parks Conservation Association. “The stories of hardship that Latino students faced at Blackwell and their resilience in the face of discrimination have so much to teach us about America’s past, present, and future. That is why we have been working to ensure this story is preserved within the National Park System. To immerse ourselves in a painful part of our history, and to understand and never forget what these Blackwell students endured and overcame. As park advocates and students of history, we are grateful to our leaders in the House of Representatives for passing the Blackwell School National Historic Site Act. We look now to the Senate to stand with the students of Blackwell and their descendants and make this place a national park site.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases/bipartisan-group-representatives-urge-president-keep-us-crude-oil-exports Bipartisan Group of Representatives Urge President to Keep U.S. Crude Oil Exports Policy 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Vicente Gonzalez G000581 gonzalez.house.gov gonzalez https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, DC–Today, U.S. Representative Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) sent a letter led by U.S. Representative August Pfluger (TX-11) and U.S. Representative Henry Cuellar (TX-28) to President Biden over reports that the administration is considering a reinstatement of a ban on U.S. crude oil exports. The letter comes amidst rising energy costs and demand for crude oil as economic activity has rebounded post-pandemic. The letter states, "We are concerned by the reports that the White House is considering reinstating a ban on U.S. crude oil exports, which would further widen the country's trade deficit and lead to higher domestic prices….If the Biden Administration wants to alleviate the pain at the pump, they should turn to our own U.S. oil and natural gas resources for the solution and remove the policy barriers inhibiting domestic production." "Instead of considering an oil export ban that would devastate domestic producers, embolden our foreign adversaries, and drive-up prices on Americans, this administration should pursue policies that unleash affordable, reliable American energy," said Congressman Pfluger. "We must put Midland over Moscow. Energy security is national security, and nothing is more vital for our prosperity. I would like to thank Congressman Cuellar for continuing to lead and advocate for American energy producers. Our energy policy must put American workers and families first." "Over the last few months, the United States has seen a rise in prices at the gas pump. As we begin to heal from the pandemic, we must be smart about policy to protect Americans from any additional financial strain," said Congressman Cuellar. "I urge the Biden Administration to decide against a potential ban on crude oil exports to save jobs, keep money in our pockets, and protect our national security interests. Thank you to Congressman Pfluger and our colleagues for their unwavering support to maintain the United States' energy independence." The Members of Congress are urging the President to resist the reinstateme… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases?ID=08A04EB6-9467-433D-B6C4-1C7B80A378A1 ICYMI: Rep. Gooden Joins Fox and Friends to Discuss His Bill to End United Nations Funded Migrant Caravans 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Lance Gooden G000589 gooden.house.gov gooden https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases page_html WASHINGTON – On Thursday, Congressman Lance Gooden (R-Texas) joined Fox and Friends to discuss his legislation to defund the United Nations’ agencies responsible for supporting migrant caravans south of the border. Rep. Lance Gooden said, “The United Nations is repaying our generosity by financing a mass invasion of the United States. U.S. taxpayer dollars should not go to any organization that is actively undermining our national security.” Click here to watch the full interview. Interview excerpt: “The United Nations is working with countries like Mexico and facilitating the invasion of our nation. They are providing debit cards with around $400 every two weeks, they are instructing them on how to navigate our asylum process, and they using taxpayer dollars that we give to the United Nations.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/vote-against-congress-not-als-rep-roys-statement-hr-3537 A Vote Against Congress, Not ALS: Rep. Roy’s statement on H.R. 3537 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON — Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) issued the following statement Thursday morning regarding his Wednesday vote on H.R. 3537, the "Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act." ALS is a tragic, terrible disease. Seven years ago this month, in December of 2014, I interviewed a wonderful, brilliant lawyer in Austin, Texas at a coffee shop en route to hiring her to work for us at the Office of the Attorney General. In 2017, I attended her funeral after she was hit hard by ALS. It was devastating for all of us who knew her, but none more than her daughter, of whom my friend was so proud; but she was also thankful in her late months that her daughter was adopted, because there was no genetic concern that her daughter would likely get ALS. I hate this illness, and I think our nation can and should do more — collectively — to fight it. Typically, the individuals affected by ALS — tragically — do not survive long enough to make for a strong enough market for drug companies to run trials and tests for effective medicines. This is the kind of area where a combination of philanthropy and government funding can appropriately work to stand in the gap to try to help our fellow citizens, while remaining subject to constitutional limitations and constraints. This week, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on a well-meaning bill that would authorize $100 million a year of additional spending to increase access to important potential treatments for ALS patients. I support that goal. However, as usual, this was a new $500 million over 5 years that was not paid for. I therefore could not vote for the measure in good conscience, despite believing strongly in the underlying objective. The simple fact of the matter is this: The United States is very blessed; but decades of irresponsible leadership, now accelerating at historic and unsustainable rates, has placed our nation in peril and demands a new era of spending accountability. It can do us simply no good as a people to borrow and print money to pay for programs and… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://williams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-williams-joins-bipartisan-effort-to-call-out-president-biden-s Rep. Williams Joins Bipartisan Effort to Call Out President Biden’s Attack on American Energy 2021-12-09 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Roger Williams W000816 williams.house.gov williams https://williams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) joined a bipartisan letter with seven House Members to President Biden expressing concern over proposed interest from the White House to reinstate a crude oil export ban that was lifted in 2015. You can read the full letter here. "Last week 62 of my Republican colleagues joined my effort to hold President Biden and his Administration accountable for his anti-energy, job killing agenda," said Congressman Williams. "Today, four Democrats recognized the harm that Biden's policies would have on the American economy, and joined with Republicans to confront their party's relentless attempts to disenfranchise American oil and gas companies and force the socialist Green New Deal Agenda onto taxpayers. The Biden Administration refuses to account for the dire consequences that reinstating the crude oil export ban would have on our domestic oil and gas production and our ability to compete against the influence of malign actors and near peer threats. I am pleased to see bipartisan momentum in pushing back against President Biden's attack on the American energy sector and Texas jobs." Co-signers included: Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28), Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX-11), Rep. Filemon Vela (D-TX-34), Rep. Tony Gonzalez (R-TX-23), Rep. Vicente Gonzalez (R-TX-15), Rep. Sanford Bishop (D-GA-02) and Rep, Carol Miller (R-WV-03). ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://carter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1588 Carter on FY22 National Defense Authorization Act 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX John R. Carter C001051 carter.house.gov carter https://carter.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper (Washington, DC) - Representative John Carter (TX-31) released the following statement after voting to pass the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). "The National Defense Authorization Act equips our nation's military and ensures they have the best possible resources to maintain readiness. Yesterday, I voted on a bill that increases pay for service members, improves the standard of living for active duty families, and increases the Department of Defense's budget. In addition, the FY22 NDAA holds the Biden Administration accountable for its actions in Afghanistan and significantly increases our defenses against China. "When I voted to support the NDAA three months ago, there were many provisions that myself and my colleagues did not agree with, however military readiness came first. I am proud to say that after months of hard work, my Republican colleagues and I have ensured that the FY22 NDAA no longer includes women in the draft, does not include any 'red flag' laws that would impact Americans' Second Amendment rights, and eliminated the original 'woke' priorities of the Left. As the representative of Ft. Hood, I know how critical military readiness is and I am confident that these provisions will not only improve readiness, but our national defense overall." Conservative Wins in the NDAA: No longer requires women to register for the draft Eliminates all 'red flag' laws that would infringe on Americans' Second Amendment rights Does not include establishing an 'Office of Extremism' within the Department of Defense Prohibits the dishonorable discharge of a service member who doesn't get the vaccine Increases our defenses against China and Russia ### Representative Carter represents Texas’ 31st District which includes Fort Hood, the largest active duty armored military installation in the free world. He serves as Co-Chairman of the Congressional Army Caucus and Ranking Member of the Military Construction of Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Appropriations. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://carter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1589 Carter Announces 2021 Congressional App Challenge Winners 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX John R. Carter C001051 carter.house.gov carter https://carter.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper (Round Rock, TX) - Representative John Carter (TX-31) announced the winners of the 2021 Congressional App Challenge. Every year members of Congress host the Congressional App Challenge encouraging students from their district to create and code a digital app. Middle and high school students can enter the national competition and compete with fellow students from the district. “Each and every year I am blown away by the creativity of the students who enter the Congressional App Challenge. Their advanced coding abilities are highly impressive and I always enjoy meeting with the students to learn about their apps," said Congressman Carter. "It is no question that digital is the future of our society and these TX-31 students are already well ahead in their field. Congratulations students, you should be very proud!" 2021 Congressional App Challenge Winners: 1st Place: StemStart Harini Majety, 10th grade, Meridian World School 2nd Place: remindr Aanya Singh, 10th grade, Round Rock High School 3rd Place: Relaxit 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=817 Congresswoman Escobar Votes for FY22 NDAA to Protect El Paso Servicemembers and Military Families, Invest in Fort Bliss, and Strengthen National Security 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Veronica Escobar E000299 escobar.house.gov escobar https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16), Vice Chair of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel, voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022. This bipartisan defense legislation strengthens America’s national security and meets the needs of servicemembers, veterans, and military families in El Paso and across the country. This robust legislation includes key provisions introduced and championed by Congresswoman Escobar to modernize our defense technology, combat sexual assault in the military, and bolster pay for servicemembers while also improving their service benefits. “This year’s NDAA makes bold investments in what makes our nation strong – from our technology and alliances to our brave men and women in uniform,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “As a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the representative of Fort Bliss in Congress, I was proud to have crafted and voted for this legislative milestone that advances justice for survivors of sexual assault, secures a well-deserved pay raise for our troops, addresses the threat of climate change, protects the National Guard from being exploited for political gain, and more.” Thanks to the leadership of Congresswoman Escobar and her colleagues, the FY22 NDAA: Improves Quality of Life for Our Servicemembers: The FY22 NDAA takes several key steps to improve the quality of life for our servicemembers, including authorizing support for a 2.7 percent pay increase and increasing the allowable parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers in military families. In addition, it includes improvements in military health care, including easier access to mental health appointments at military medical treatment facilities and clinics, Congresswoman Escobar’s provision expanding eating disorders treatments for members of the Armed Forces and certain dependents of members and former members of the uniformed services, post-partum care, and requiring DoD to conduct a thorough and independent review of suicide… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-hosts-meeting-local-mayors Congressman Tony Gonzales Hosts Meeting with Local Mayors 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper SAN ANTONIO, TX – Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) on Tuesday met with local mayors from Alpine, Brackettville, Castroville, Crane, Crystal City, Eagle Pass, Fair Oaks Ranch, Fort Stockton, Helotes, Lytle, McCamey, Monahans, Pearsall, Shavano Park, Valentine, and Von Ormy. They discussed issues facing the community, including the crisis at our southern border and resources for local projects. “With my district ranging from San Antonio to El Paso, I lean on my partnerships with local mayors,” said Congressman Gonzales. “They help provide insight into the challenges our communities are facing so that we can work together to create tangible solutions. I appreciate them taking the time to meet with me.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-supports-passage-fy22-ndaa Congressman Tony Gonzales Supports Passage of FY22 NDAA 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) on Wednesday released the following statement after the House passage of the FY2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “Now more than ever, our national security is of the utmost importance, as we see a rise in cyber-attacks, fallout from the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan and threats from the Taliban, China, Russia, and Iran,” said Congressman Gonzales. “This year’s NDAA provides provisions to strengthen our national defense, supplies our military with the means to defend our country and supports our servicemembers and their families through improved resources.” The NDAA contains important measures to combat the border crisis: Continues funding for the deployment of National Guard to the border. Reauthorizes authority for DoD to support U.S. law enforcement counter-narcotic and counter-transnational crime efforts. Requires an assessment of the impact on military readiness of forcing DoD to transport illegal immigrants. It also includes the following provisions to strengthen our national defense and benefit our men and women in uniform: Boosts topline defense spending by $25 billion, an increase of 5 percent from FY21. Authorizes a 2.7 percent pay increase for servicemembers. Provides nearly $1.5 billion to improve servicemember family housing. Puts the Navy back on track to building a 355 ship Navy. Includes provisions to hold the Biden Administration accountable for its disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. Prohibits the Biden Administration from closing, transferring detainees from, or building alternative U.S.-based facilities to Guantanamo Bay. Focuses investments on new and emerging weapon systems capable of penetrating denied operating environments such as China. Requires DoD to provide annual updates to Congress on China’s military advancements. Increases funding for technology capable of penetrating and surviving in denied operating environments. Authorizes over $7 billion for the Pacific Deterrence Initiative and over… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://jackson.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=306 Rep. Jackson Secures Major Wins for TX-13, Defends Conservative Values in NDAA 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Ronny Jackson J000304 jackson.house.gov jackson https://jackson.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON — Last night, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Jackson authored a number of provisions to modernize the Pantex Plant in Amarillo, support training at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, and provide our military with the resources it needs to counter our adversaries such as China, Russia, and Iran. For additional background on Jackson’s work on the NDAA, click here. Other NDAA highlights include a pay raise for servicemembers and a ban on dishonorable discharges for servicemembers who refuse Joe Biden’s unconstitutional vaccine mandate. Jackson’s leadership also ensured that problematic provisions such as an anti-Second Amendment red flag law and a mandate that women register for the Military Draft were not included in the final version of the NDAA. In September, Jackson signed on to a letter to House Armed Services Committee (HASC) and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) leadership urging for the removal of the red flag provision. In December, he authored a letter to HASC and SASC leadership demanding the removal of a requirement that would’ve forced young women to register for the Military Draft. Both of Jackson’s efforts were successful. Ahead of the final vote, Jackson spoke on the House Floor in support of the NDAA. Jackson said: “I promised my constituents I would fight back against Democrats’ attempt to use our great military as a laboratory for their woke experiments, and I’m proud to share that we succeeded. I will never give an inch on our Second Amendment rights, and I adamantly oppose forcing our daughters to go to war. I am very happy with the final NDAA, which ensures that Texas’ 13th District will remain at the forefront of the national defense conversation, guarantees our military’s readiness and competitiveness, and protects servicemembers from a stain on their career over Biden’s unconstitutional vaccine mandate. I will never back down from the radical left, and I will always put America a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://mccaul.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/mccauls-bill-to-help-families-of-homicide-victims-passes-out-of McCaul's bill to help families of homicide victims passes out of Judiciary committee 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Michael T. McCaul M001157 mccaul.house.gov mccaul https://mccaul.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper Washington, DC – Today, The House Judiciary Committee voted unanimously to advance the bipartisan Homicide Victims' Families Rights Act, a bill introduced by Representatives Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Eric Swalwell (D-CA) to give more rights to the families of homicide victims in federal cases. The committee's vote sends the bill to the House Floor for consideration. "Thirty years ago this week, on December 6, 1991, a quadruple murder at a yogurt shop in Austin, Texas, claimed the lives of four teenage girls," said McCaul. "To this day we do not know who is responsible. As a father of five and a former federal prosecutor, it seems unimaginable to go without an answer as to why a loved one was taken so suddenly. Though nothing can bring victims of homicide back, this legislation will give families more rights to request a federal review of a cold case. We are one step closer to justice with the mark-up of this bill." "I'm glad my fellow Judiciary Committee members agreed that we can and must do better for the families of homicide victims," Swalwell said. "Advancing this bill means advancing justice and accountability so that grieving families have a better chance of getting the closure and healing they deserve." McCaul and Swalwell are both former prosecutors: McCaul was a federal prosecutor and a Texas deputy attorney general, while Swalwell was an Alameda County, CA deputy district attorney. The National District Attorneys' Association recently endorsed the bill. "Prosecutors are responsible for protecting the communities they serve, seeking justice for victims of crime and ensuring the Constitutional rights of all individuals are protected. To that end, we must not forget the cold cases where justice has been delayed for families and loved ones," said Nelson Bunn, Executive Director of the National District Attorneys Association. "Fortunately, Congressmen Eric Swalwell and Michael McCaul have introduced theHomicide Victims' Families' Rights Act, which will expand the rights of families of homicide victims … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://nehls.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nehls-releases-statement-after-voting-favor-ndaa Rep. Nehls Releases Statement After Voting in Favor of NDAA 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Troy E. Nehls N000026 nehls.house.gov nehls https://nehls.house.gov/media scraper Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) released a statement after voting in favor of S. 1605 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022. This bill authorizes appropriations for fiscal year 2022 for military activities of the Department of Defense (DOD), military construction, and military personnel strengths. "I am proud to vote in favor of the NDAA, and in turn, vote in favor of a strong national defense," said Congressman Nehls. "This bill provides a 2.7% pay increase for our servicemembers, reverses President Biden's reckless cuts to military readiness, and restores critical funding for shipbuilding, procurement, and missile defense. I am pleased that this bill will NOT include harmful provisions such as requiring women to register for the Selective Service, "Red Flag" laws that prohibit firearm possession, requiring DOD contractors to pay a $15 per hour minimum wage, and removing the President as the Commander in Chief of the D.C. National Guard—all provisions that woke Leftists in Congress tried and FAILED to put in this bill." "As someone who was deployed on three combat tours in the U.S. Army, I took an oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. It is the duty of Congress to provide for the common defense of the United States and ensure that America's uniformed men and women receive the best support possible to carry out their mission to keep us safe. I am committed to ensuring that our armed forces, intelligence services, and federal law enforcement agencies have the resources they need to be efficient, ready, and lethal in this era of unprecedented threat and uncertainty." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-roys-statement-voting-against-bill-would-help-democrats-raise-debt-ceiling Rep. Roy’s statement on voting against bill that would help Democrats raise the debt ceiling 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) issued the following statement after voting against S.610 Tuesday, which would pave the way for Democrats to raise the debt ceiling and undermine the Senate filibuster: Last night, I voted against legislation that would delay impending cuts to Medicare. Congress should fulfill its responsibility to providers and ensure they have the needed resources to provide care for Americans — especially as the medical field faces a dire, albeit man made, staffing shortage. However, these cuts were a result of Congress's reckless spending habits. This bill once again kicks these cuts down the road while failing to address the myriad issues with Medicare, including its projected insolvency, and Congress's unacceptable inability to abide by spending limits. Moreover, attached to this legislation was an outrageous provision that makes it easier for Democrats to raise the debt ceiling and pile more debt onto the backs of the American taxpayer. Despite pledging that Republicans would not help Democrats increase the debt limit, Leader McConnell hatched a deal with Leader Schumer that gives Democrats a "one-time" pass on the Senate filibuster rule to raise the limit. This scheme only paves the way for future bloated spending and a breakdown of the Senate filibuster firewall against radical policies. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://veasey.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-veasey-votes-to-keep-america-safe-to-meet-the-needs-of Rep. Veasey Votes to Keep America Safe, Meet the Needs of Servicemembers and Military Families 2021-12-08 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Marc A. Veasey V000131 veasey.house.gov veasey https://veasey.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Veasey voted for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), legislation that makes key investments to improve the lives of Servicemembers and military families, while also strengthening our national security to keep America safe. This year's sweeping package also includes Veasey-led provisions that will create and protect existing North Texas jobs in our defense sector, counter extremism in our military, identify best practices that support the health and well-being of our military and their families, and institute pay parity for our guardsmen. "As a Member of Congress, I have no greater responsibility than to ensure the security of our nation – and that starts with supporting our men and women in uniform," said Rep. Veasey. "With this year's defense funding bill, Democrats secured crucial benefits and protections for our Servicemembers that will make our nation safer and stronger, while also making strong investments in our national defense and in our security interests. I was proud to vote for this bill, which also includes priorities that I have fought for to fund vital national security programs that are essential to our economy in the Metroplex, counter extremism in our Armed Forces, identify best practices that support the health and well-being of our military, and ensure pilots and other specialized personnel in the National Guard are paid fairly for their work." This is a robust bill that advances a smart, strategic and strong defense, including: - Providing a pay raise for members of the military by supporting a 2.7 percent increase in military basic pay. - Meeting our responsibility to our servicemembers and their families by strengthening parental leave for caregiving servicemembers, expands access to child care, improves financial security of low-income military members and those with families members living with a disability, protects military communities from PFAS chemicals and strengthens access to health care including mental health care and reproductive care. - Taking h… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=695 Reps. Arrington, Peters Introduce H.R. 6139, the Responsible Budgeting Act 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Jodey C. Arrington A000375 arrington.house.gov arrington https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Rep. Jodey Arrington (TX-19) and Rep. Scott Peters (CA-52) introduced the Responsible Budgeting Act, legislation to fundamentally alter and improve the way our nation’s debt limit is addressed. This legislation would provide an alternate and fiscally responsible process to addressing the debt limit, guaranteeing a much-needed debate and venue for consequential policy solutions to reign in our nation’s skyrocketing debt trajectory. “The biggest threat to our nation’s prosperity and security is our unsustainable national debt.The congressional budget process is fundamentally broken with little to no accountability nor fiscal responsibility for both parties,”said Rep. Arrington.“I am proud to join my friend, Rep. Scott Peters, in introducing legislation that would help dispense with the current debt ceiling dysfunction and incentivize Congress to act responsibly with taxpayer resources and the fiscal future of nation.” “Failing to extend the debt limit can have catastrophic consequences, and we must stop playing politics with the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. These games, however, are a symptom of a bigger problem: Congress currently doesn’t have a bipartisan way to deal with our national debt,”said Rep. Peters.“This bill will eliminate the dangerous threats of the debt limit while putting us on a path towards greater fiscal health. If we can tackle the brinksmanship associated with the debt ceiling and improve Congress’ approach to budgeting, we can ensure a stronger, more stable economic future. I’m pleased to join my friend Rep. Arrington to lead this important effort.” Bill Hoagland, Senior Vice President, Bipartisan Policy Center:"For the past decade, we at BPC have highlighted the costs and risks associated with the federal debt limit. The Responsible Budgeting Act would ensure the debt limit never threatens our economy again, and at the same time, would provide an opportunity for substantive legislative debate over proposals to restore fiscal responsibility. This type … 1 2026-04-07T12:09:11Z 2026-06-28T00:49:41Z
https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases/saturday-press-conference-eastside-early-college-high-school-breaking-down Saturday Press Conference at Eastside Early College High School: Breaking Down Barriers to Financial Aid 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lloyd Doggett D000399 doggett.house.gov doggett https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper ***Media Advisory*** Contact: Kate Stotesbery 202-494-4620 Austin, T.X. – This Saturday, December 11 at 10:30 AM, U.S. Representative Lloyd Doggett will join Foundation Communities, Austin Independent School District, and the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce at their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) FAFSA fair workshop at Eastside Early College High School. With computers available and FAFSA experts on hand, high school seniors and their families are invited to come complete the FAFSA form, which must be filed by January 15. As families and schools attempt to rebuild from the COVID slump in financial aid applications and college enrollment, the free, bilingual assistance for families at this workshop will help Central Texas families access aid and get seniors one step closer to affordable college enrollment. For this academic year, only 68% of students submitted the FAFSA, which is the lowest percentage recorded since Sallie Mae began its reporting in 2008. At the accompanying press conference, Rep. Doggett will highlight local resources for families filing the FAFSA before the January 15 deadline and will share details on the provisions he’s authored as well as related provisions in the Build Back Better Act to make Pell Grants entirely tax-free for students and improve coordination with the American Opportunity Tax Credit. Masks are required, and attendees must be vaccinated. Press are invited to RSVP and direct questions to kate.stotesbery@mail.house.gov. What: Austin ISD leaders and FAFSA experts, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, and Foundation Communities will assist high school seniors and their families in completing FAFSA forms at this free workshop before the approaching deadline. Rep. Lloyd Doggett will explain his work simplifying the FAFSA and providing more federal financial assistance for higher education. When: Press conference begins at 10:30 AM CST on Saturday, December 11, 2021 (press are encouraged to arrive early) Where: Eastside Early College High School, 900 … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3588 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes in Favor of Bipartisan 2022 National Defense Authorization Act 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher voted to pass S. 1605, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022, which will authorize—among other things—a pay raise for military families, a historic 32 percent increase in military research and development funding, and funding for Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders to be relocated. The bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 363-70. “We owe it to our military servicemembers to honor our obligations by passing the annual defense authorization bill,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “I am glad this bill addresses the ongoing surge in sexual assault complaints in the military by taking sexual assault and other serious crimes out of the chain of command to be investigated by independent prosecutors. And as a representative for Houston, where our veteran and foreign-born populations are important members of our community, I am pleased this bill authorizes relocation support for Afghan Special Immigrant Visa holders. Keeping our country safe means investing in our servicemembers and this bill does just that.” Congress has passed the NDAA for 61 consecutive years. The 2022 NDAA authorizes $768 billion in discretionary spending for national defense, works to close the pay gap by funding a 2.7 percent pay increase for uniformed servicemembers, establishes a $15 minimum wage for covered service and construction contractors, gives the D.C. mayor control of the D.C. National Guard, makes investments to modernize military infrastructure, and takes full advantage of our diverse talent pool to meet the complex national security challenges of today and tomorrow. Other highlights include: Investing in R&D Across the Country: authorizes more than $4 billion in funding for research, development, testing, and evaluation, including a historic 32 percent increase in defense-wide research and development, and significant increases to basic and applied research, academic partnerships, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities activities… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-cosponsors-bipartisan-uyghur-forced-labor-prevention Congressman Tony Gonzales Cosponsors the Bipartisan Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) cosponsored Congressman Jim McGovern’s (MA-02) Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (H.R. 1155). This legislation would ensure that products made with forced labor in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR) do not enter the U.S. Market. Read the full text of the bill here. This bill comes in response to an estimated 1.8 million Uyghurs, Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, Hui, and other predominately Muslim ethnic minorities being arbitrarily detained in a system of extrajudicial mass internment camps where they are subjected to forced labor, torture, and political indoctrination. “It’s long overdue that we hold the Chinese Communist Party accountable for the atrocious human rights violations they have subjected the Uyghur community to,” said Congressman Gonzales. “The U.S. must not compromise our morals by turning a blind eye to these horrific acts. This common-sense bipartisan bill is a step in the right direction, ensuring products made from forced labor are not on American store shelves.” This bill would: 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/congressman-tony-gonzales-visits-nsa-texas Congressman Tony Gonzales Visits NSA Texas 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper SAN ANTONIO, TX – Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) on Monday visited the National Security Agency (NSA) Texas Cryptology Center, also known as NSA Texas. Congressman Gonzales met with staff and leadership from the facility to discuss a variety of intelligence, cybersecurity and national security concerns. “San Antonio is incredibly lucky to have the NSA Texas right in our backyard,” said Congressman Gonzales. “As a former cryptologist, I understand how critical cybersecurity is to our national security, especially as criminals, cartels, and terrorists become more technologically advanced. I appreciated the folks at NSA Texas for taking the time today to discuss a variety of intelligence, cybersecurity, and national security concerns. The insights I learned at NSA are critically informative to my bill establishing a digital reserve corps.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases?ID=EEDAD376-A41D-452F-96B7-FABAA7752524 Gooden Calls for End to Taxpayer Funded Migrant Caravans 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Lance Gooden G000589 gooden.house.gov gooden https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases page_html WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, Congressman Lance Gooden (R-Texas) introduced the No Tax Dollars for the United Nation’s Immigration Invasion Act to prevent U.S. taxpayer dollars from funding migrant caravans. In recent years, there has been an endless stream of caravans bringing migrants from South America to the U.S.-Mexico border. Organizations under the umbrella of the United Nations are using taxpayer dollars to facilitate this illegal migration by providing support to the caravans throughout their journey. This support includes free legal advice and even cash assistance. Rep. Gooden’s legislation would prohibit contributions to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). This prevents taxpayer funds from being used to facilitate mass migration into the United States. Congressman Gooden said, “U.S. taxpayers should not be subsidizing a mass invasion of our country by an endless stream of unknown and unvetted migrants. It is time for the Biden Administration to put an end to this crisis and regain control of our southern border.” Preston Huennekens, Government Relations Manager of the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) said, “The United Nations has long abused the sovereignty of independent nations, particularly the United States, through their migration organizations. The American people – not unelected international bureaucrats – deserve to have a say in refugee and asylee resettlement. We applaud Congressman Gooden’s leadership on this issue and FAIR fully supports the No Tax Dollars for the United Nations Immigration Invasion Act.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-roys-statement-80th-anniversary-attack-pearl-harbor Rep. Roy’s statement on the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON- On Tuesday, Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) issued the following statement in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 2021: Just before 8 a.m. on that Sunday morning, hundreds of Japanese fighter planes descended on Pearl Harbor, destroying, and damaging nearly 20 American naval vessels, including eight battleships, and over 300 airplanes. More importantly, over 2,400 American sailors, soldiers and civilians were killed and about 1,000 were wounded in that cowardly surprise attack. That fateful morning, the tyrannical Japanese empire awakened a sleeping giant that would not rest again until our enemies were defeated, and our liberties secured. In the years following, the young men of America's greatest generation would storm the beaches of Normandy and Iwo Jima, risking everything they had for the cause of freedom and love of country. Today, we the living, remember who gave their last full measure of devotion to a cause greater than themselves, and those still with us who stand as living monuments to sacrifice and selfless service. There is only one way that we of following generations, can properly thank them for their sacrifice as Americans. As Fredericksburg, Texas native, Admiral Chester Nimitz put it: "They fought together as brothers in arms; they died together and now they sleep side by side. To them we have a solemn obligation – the obligation to ensure that their sacrifice will help to make this a better and safer world in which to live." And that is to fight to live free. God bless them, and God bless a free American people. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-roys-statement-voting-against-ndaa Rep. Roy’s statement on voting against NDAA 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON- On Tuesday, Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) issued the following statement after voting against the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): Today, I voted against the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 22. While I support our military proudly and unequivocally, and while we need a strong commitment to national defense with threats from China, Russia, Iran, and throughout the globe on the rise, this bill contains and extends far too many troubling provisions that advance wokeism at the expense of military excellence. I am extremely grateful to the hard work of my Republican colleagues to dramatically improve this bill. In particular, I am grateful that the provisions that would draft my daughter along with other young women across the country were removed from the legislation. This is a drastic improvement and I want to thank Senators Hawley, Lee, & Cotton, Leader McCarthy and Ranking Member Rogers, and a number of my other colleagues, particularly those in the House Freedom Caucus who are always willing to do the hard work of fighting for the people while some others often just talk about it. Credit is also due to those who worked to remove the so-called "office of extremism," as well as gun-grabbing "red flag" laws that would trample upon our service members' Second Amendment rights. A nation founded on certain unalienable rights should never seek to infringe those rights. However, while these egregious provisions were rightfully stripped, I still could not support the final version of the bill. Rather than focusing solely on its core purpose to strengthen our national security, this NDAA fails to hold the Pentagon accountable in any meaningful way for the disaster in Afghanistan and thirteen killed marines, advances SOGI and gender identity policies and programs while continuing to fund CRT and diversity officers, and continues to fund and advance climate literacy trainings. Importantly, while I am grateful to the work of my friend Mark Green, Ranking Member Rogers and others … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sylvia-r-garcia-issues-statement-key-reforms-uniform-code Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia Issues Statement On Key Reforms To The Uniform Code of Military Justice In The NDAA To Protect Victims of Sexual Assault 2021-12-07 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Sylvia R. Garcia G000587 sylviagarcia.house.gov sylviagarcia https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C.— Today, Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia (TX-29) issued the following statement regarding the reforms to the Uniform Code of Military Justice included in the Senate's version of the National Defense Authorization Act and the search of justice for Spc. Vanessa Guillen: "The National Defense Authorization Act of 2022 provides the most significant reforms to the Uniform Code of Military Justice in fifty years. This bill will finally answer the call of countless survivors of sexual assault and harassment to provide independent prosecution of these crimes. We got in this fight after the tragic murder of Spc. Vanessa Guillen, and we have pushed and pushed and pushed and while all provisions were not included in the Senate's agreed version, it is a major step in getting justice for victims and protecting our soldiers," said Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia. I want to also acknowledge that my colleagues like Chairwomen Jackie Speier and Kirsten Gillibrand have been working hard on this issue since long before I joined them in Congress. The people of the 29th District of Texas are grateful for all of your efforts. I want to thank my colleagues in the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, especially Chair Raul Ruiz and Reps. Gallego and Escobar, for their allyship since the tragic death of my constituent. While we did not get every single reform for which we were hoping, together we have made history,"concluded the Congresswoman. SUMMARY OF RELEVANT PROVISIONS IN THE UNIFORM CODE OF MILITARY JUSTICE (UCMJ) REFORMS Special Trial Counsel Creates an Office of the Special Trial Counsel within each Service and ensuring their independence by requiring they directly report to the Service Secretary. The provision also defines the role and responsibilities of these prosecutors and including their required experience. Criminalizes sexual harassment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. All claims of sexual harassment will be required to be investigated by an independent investigator outside the chain of command. Establ… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://castro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/castro-warren-cicilline-jayapal-lead-democrats-urging-justice-department-to-investigate-proposed-merger-of-discovery-and-warnermedia-for-violations-of-antitrust-laws- Castro, Warren, Cicilline, Jayapal Lead Democrats Urging Justice Department to Investigate Proposed Merger of Discovery and WarnerMedia for Violations of Antitrust Laws 2021-12-06 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Joaquin Castro C001091 castro.house.gov castro https://castro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Senator Elizabeth Warren (MA), Congressman David Cicilline (RI-01), Chair of the Antitrust Subcommittee, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, and 29 other members of Congress sent aletter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland and Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter urging the Department of Justice to investigate the proposed $43 billion merger of Discovery and WarnerMedia for violations of antitrust laws. In addition, members of Congress are requesting the Justice Department examine whether the proposed merger will reduce diverse content in a more consolidated and less competitive market. Congressman Castroviews the lack of Latino representation across media platforms as a fundamental issue for all Americans. As Chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), he worked with the House Committee on Oversight and Reform torequest the Government Accountability Office (GAO) analyze Latino employment in the media industry as well as the enforcement of federal equal opportunity requirements. The GAO’s firstreport found that Latinos are woefully underrepresented in media, more than any other industry. Additionally, last year the House Judiciary Committee held ahearing at the request of the CHC that examined the lack of diversity of people of color in media. For example, a 2021 analysis by the Latino Donor Collaborative found that Latinos account for less than 3-percent of on-screen leads, showrunners and directors in shows. “For far too long, Hollywood studios have excluded Latinos from opportunities in the industry, perpetuating dangerous stereotypes and inaccurate portrayals. Latinos are nearly 20-percent of the U.S. population, one-in-five Americans, but we’re almost invisible on-screen and behind the camera. I’m deeply concerned that the proposed merger between Discovery and WarnerMedia will lead to concentrated exclusion, harming consumers and workers — especially Latinos who are already the most… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzales.house.gov/2021/12/us-representative-tony-gonzales-co-leads-bill-reimburse-border-landowners U.S. Representative Tony Gonzales Co-Leads Bill to Reimburse Border Landowners for Illegal Immigration Crisis 2021-12-06 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Tony Gonzales G000594 gonzales.house.gov gonzales https://gonzales.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Representative Tony Gonzales (TX-23) joined Representative Stephanie Bice (OK-05) in introducing legislation, titled Securing American Families from Exploitation at the Border (SAFE Border) Act, to reimburse families in border communities for loss or damage to property as a result of individuals illegally crossing the southern border. This legislation would transfer $75 million of unobligated border construction funds that have gone unused by the Biden Administration to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish the Southern Border Landowner Security Grant Program. This grant program would enable American families living in high-risk areas of the U.S.-Mexico border to strengthen their own physical security against property damage, theft or other losses. It would also provide compensation to landowners who have experienced property damage, theft, or other losses. “Our farmers, ranchers and border communities are consistently fronting the bill for the crisis at our southern border,” said Rep. Gonzales. “I hear from folks every day that share with me that the cost of the immigration crisis is only growing. The Biden Administration continues to turn a blind eye to the border crisis and it’s causing our communities to bear the brunt of the issue. This legislation will help to ensure that families are no longer having to pay for property repairs out of their own pockets.” “Earlier this year I visited the Del Rio Sector of the border and saw with my own eyes the damage illegal border crossings continue to cause in our southern border communities,” said Rep. Bice. “Something must be done to protect American citizens who live on or near the border," said Rep. Bice. "Since the Biden administration has chosen to halt construction of the wall, and refuses to effectively address the border crisis, Congress must find other ways to help people protect their property and this legislation will assist. Illegal border crossings continue to be a major issue in the states that border Mexico.… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://vanduyne.house.gov/2021/12/rep-van-duyne-exposes-bidens-crushing-economic-policies Rep. Van Duyne Exposes Biden's Crushing Economic Policies 2021-12-06 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Beth Van Duyne V000134 vanduyne.house.gov vanduyne https://vanduyne.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) published an op-ed in The Hill exposing President Biden's harmful economic policies and shedding light on how they are affecting small businesses. "[Small businesses] have spent the last two years navigating a global pandemic, pivoting strategies overnight to stay alive through lockdowns and mandates. But many of these same businesses who survived a once in a century pandemic, cannot last through one year of Joe Biden. While President Biden’s words support small business, his actions have made it clear - in Joe Biden’s economy, only the corporations survive. Unless we can stop Biden’s ineptitude, and perhaps purposeful quest to destroy American small business growth, our future is clear – we will go from an America that empowers broad opportunities for our people to: Made in China and brought to you by Amazon." Read the full op-ed here. While serving on the Small Business Committee, Rep. Van Duyne has introduced several bills championing small businesses, including the Bringing Back Main Street Act, Restaurant Recovery Fairness Act, and the Ensuring Economic Recovery Act. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://williams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-williams-on-biden-administration-s-latest-attack-on-american-energy Rep. Williams on Biden Administration’s Latest Attack on American Energy 2021-12-03 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Roger Williams W000816 williams.house.gov williams https://williams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) and Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) sent a letter along with 61 House Republicans to Energy Secretary Granholm and Commerce Secretary Raimondo demanding answers on the Biden Administration's discussions to reinstate the export ban on crude oil. You can read the full letter here. "President Biden's war on American energy continues with his Administration's latest discussions to reinstate the export ban on crude oil, which was repealed in 2015 on a bipartisan vote" said Congressman Williams. "From canceling the Keystone XL pipeline to halting new oil and gas leases on federal lands, no Administration has ever gone to such drastic lengths to destroy good paying jobs and make the United States more reliant on foreign energy. With every step the Biden Administration further caves to the far left of his party, stopping at nothing that will impede his goal to force a Socialist Green New Deal on the American people." "Banning crude oil exports from the U.S. would be a catastrophic mistake that will harm the livelihoods of blue collar workers in the Permian Basin and result in higher prices for international crude, giving Russia more profits. US energy policy should put Midland over Moscow. Even more, an export ban will lead to even higher costs for American families down the line. The Biden Administration should be encouraging, not crippling, American energy production." – Congressman Pfluger Background on the crude oil export ban: In 2015, Congress repealed the export crude oil ban so U.S. companies could freely enter the international marketplace. This contributed to a 500% increase in exports from 2015-2019, created more jobs in energy sector, and expanded our energy influence around the world. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://babin.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7948 Babin Votes NO on Democrat Funding Bill 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Brian Babin B001291 babin.house.gov babin https://babin.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after voting no on H.R. 6119, a continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government funded through February 18, 2022: “Tonight, I voted no on another Democrat bill that failed to address the many crises we’re facing,” said Babin. “This continuing resolution was stained by liberal policies and reckless spending, and did nothing to protect hard-working Americans from Biden’s tyrannical vaccine mandates. “Democrats continue to put their radical agenda above the real needs of our country. I refuse to comply.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://carter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1587 Carter Statement on H.R. 6119, FY22 Continuing Resolution 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX John R. Carter C001051 carter.house.gov carter https://carter.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper (Washington, DC) - Representative John Carter (TX-31) released the following statement after voting against H.R.6119, the Fiscal Year 2022 Continuing Resolution. “Once again, Democrats have refused to work alongside Republicans to produce a continuing resolution beneficial to our country that both sides can agree on. Instead of working to solve the border, jobs, or economic crisis, Democrats have prioritized ramming through their socialist tax & spend bills and two months into the fiscal year, we are being forced to prevent a government shutdown. "As a member of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, I know how important it is to continue funding our military, however this is not the way to do it. I voted against this bill because a continuing resolution is not only irresponsible, but it does not actually solve any of the multiple challenges facing our country today." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=816 Congresswoman Escobar and Desert Spoon Food Hub Announce Reception of $445K from USDA to Increase El Pasoans’ Access to Fresh Local Food and Support Farmers 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Veronica Escobar E000299 escobar.house.gov escobar https://escobar.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Adriana Clowe, Director of Operations for Desert Spoon Food Hub, announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded a total of $445,018 in funding to the non-profit to increase El Pasoans’ access to local agricultural products and strengthen our regional food system. The funding, made possible by the FY21 appropriations omnibus, will be distributed by the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service through the Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP). “The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the importance of transforming our nation’s food system and the need to create more opportunities for El Paso families to access more locally-sourced, nutritious, and affordable ingredients,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “Supporting organizations that advance these efforts while expanding economic opportunities in our community is a priority for me and I am thrilled to have advocated and voted for this critical funding that will enable Desert Spoon to support our farmers and ensure El Pasoans have access to locally grown food.” “We are excited and extremely grateful for the opportunity to represent our region and our local farmers. This grant will further our mission to build a more local and inclusive food system that provides greater representation and economic advancement for our local farmers,” said Adriana Clowe. “At a time when we have witnessed the many inequalities of our food system, this investment further shows the importance of centering communities and agriculture in how we address the many challenges we have around food and how we choose to feed ourselves.” During the FY21, LFPP awarded a total of $75.4 million to 172 projects across the country – including Desert Spoon Food Hub. The LFPP funds projects that develop, coordinate, and expand local and regional food business enterprises that help increase access to and availability of locally and regionally produced agricultural products. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3579 Media Advisory: Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Launches Winter Wishes Program 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Lizzie Fletcher F000468 fletcher.house.gov fletcher https://fletcher.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Houston, TX—Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) has launched a Winter Wishes program and invites students and teachers to spread holiday cheer by making cards for our senior neighbors this holiday season. Once cards are submitted, the Office of Congresswoman Fletcher will deliver the cards to senior citizens throughout Texas’ Seventh Congressional District. WHAT Spread holiday cheer by creating Winter Wishes for our senior neighbors WHO Students and teachers in TX-07 WHEN Due Monday, December 13, 6:00 PM WHERE Drop off at Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher’s office, 5599 San Felipe Road, Suite 950 OR Call Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher’s office at 713-353-8680 to arrange a pickup 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-gonzalez-announces-147-million-hidalgo-county-head-start Congressman Gonzalez Announces $14.7 Million for Hidalgo County Head Start 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Vicente Gonzalez G000581 gonzalez.house.gov gonzalez https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Thursday, December 2, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) announced a $14,797,266 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for Hidalgo County Head Start Program, Inc. The Head Start Program, housed within the Administration for Children and Families at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, promotes school readiness for children aged three to five from low-income households. The program will focus on enhancing cognitive, social, and emotional development with an emphasis on building familial relationships. This grant will deliver the first installment of the five-year grant starting January 1, 2022. This program will serve 3,690 Head Start children in Hidalgo County. For the past 35 years they have been delivering comprehensive child development services to advance the economic and social well-being of children and families in the region. "When we take a holistic approach to a child's education, we are able to better prepare them with the skills and confidence to grow not only in school, but in all areas of life," said Congressman Gonzalez. "I am proud to award Hidalgo County Head Start Inc. with this grant so they can continue supporting our next generation of leaders." "With this 5 year grant we can continue to provide services that improve and support education, nutrition, health and safety, mental health, family services, transportation, special services and transition services. We sincerely thank Congressman Gonzalez for his leadership and support toward moving our families out of the cycle of poverty and illiteracy through our program." - Hidalgo County Head Start Program 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases?ID=BC1D5108-531A-438B-A63B-B48A990C4993 Congressman Gooden Statement on Vote Against Funding Vaccine Mandates 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Lance Gooden G000589 gooden.house.gov gooden https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases page_html WASHINGTON – On Thursday, Congressman Lance Gooden (R-Texas) voted against legislation to fund the government through February 2022 because of Democrat’s refusal to defund vaccine mandates. Rep. Lance Gooden said, "Considering the federal court system’s reaction to Biden's vaccine mandate, it would be irresponsible to include funding for the enforcement of these unconstitutional actions in any legislation to fund the government. I cannot support a bill that prioritizes billions for illegal immigrants and vaccine mandates but fails to adequately secure our southern border." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z
https://nehls.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nehls-introduces-bill-increase-public-safety Rep. Nehls Introduces Bill to Increase Public Safety 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Troy E. Nehls N000026 nehls.house.gov nehls https://nehls.house.gov/media scraper Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) introduced the Public Safety Enhancement Act of 2021 (PSE), which would provide grant funding to hire an additional 100,000 police officers within the next 5 years. The legislation reauthorizes a portion of then-Senator Joe Biden's 1994 crime bill used to combat the surge in crime by putting more officers on the streets. "Crime has ravaged our streets for far too long and it has compromised the safety of Americans," said Congressman Nehls. "Rule of law is the cornerstone of our country, without it we fail to have a country. It has never been more important to enforce and enhance public safety. Our nation's law enforcement departments are currently struggling amid a national crisis. This bill would reverse this troubling and ongoing trend and secure our streets." Many communities are seeing alarming increases in violent crime and drug overdose deaths. According to the FBI, overall violent crime was up 5.6% in 2020. The overall murder rate in the U.S. has increased by nearly 30%, the largest increase in over a century. In the 12-month period ending in April, over 100,000 people died of drug overdoses in the U.S. The bill would attempt to address the recent crime surge we are seeing in communities across America. The bill has received original cosponsors from Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-NY) and Reps. Don Young (R-AK), Henry Cuellar (D-TX), Brian Babin (R-TX), Ronny Jackson (R-TX), John Carter (R-TX), Brain Mast (R-FL), David Rouzer (R-TX), Randy Weber (R-TX), Mike Bost (R-IL), Mike Garcia (R-CA), Gregory Murphy (R-NC), and Pat Fallon (R-TX). 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://nehls.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nehls-votes-against-irresponsible-funding-extension Rep. Nehls Votes Against Irresponsible Funding Extension 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Troy E. Nehls N000026 nehls.house.gov nehls https://nehls.house.gov/media scraper Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) released a statement after voting against H.R. 6119 – Furthering Continuing Appropriations Act of 2022. The legislation would extend government funding through February 18, 2022 by way of a last-minute Continuing Resolution. "Today I voted not to recklessly spend an additional $230,000,000,000 out of regular order," said Congressman Nehls. "The Constitution provides a simple way to fund the government, and this is not it. House Democrats have spent more time jamming through socialist spending than addressing one of their core responsibilities of funding the government. By voting no, I voted not to bail out Speaker Pelosi and Democrat leadership." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-roys-statement-voting-against-funding-federal-vaccine-mandates Rep. Roy’s statement on voting against funding federal vaccine mandates 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON — Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) issued the following statement after the House's passage of H.R. 6119, a bill to continue funding the government to impose vaccine mandates and other tyrannies on the American People: With today's passage of yet another continuing resolution, the House rubberstamped funding for President Biden to unilaterally impose five vaccine mandates on the American People. Congress endorsed a federal government that is forcing Americans to decide between making their own healthcare decisions and their livelihoods. A lot of people in this town seem to have forgotten that the American people are not our subjects. They are our fellow citizens. They are our bosses. This is supposed to be the "People's House," where their voices are heard. Congress is supposed to use the power of the purse – our Article I Authority – to check the executive branch when they step outside the scope of their obligation to the constitution and harm American citizens in the process. And we have a moral obligation to give voice and representation to the people who elected us whose liberty and livelihoods are being attacked. Yet Democrats did not permit a single amendment to be considered. I offered an amendment that would have prohibited funding from being used to implement or enforce Biden's vaccine mandates. Democrats likely would have voted it down, but at least there would have been a semblance of legislative debate and public accountability on this critical issue. But this bill's problems do not stop there. In addition to funding unconstitutional mandates, this bill also furthers the government-funded tyranny that Americans face every day. That includes a Department of Education that subsidizes teaching our kids radical gender ideologies and CRT, and an FBI that goes after parents for daring to speak out; a DHS run by a Secretary that refuses to secure the border and cedes control to cartels; a DOD responsible for the botched Afghanistan withdrawal that undermines military readiness by focusing on diversity a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sylvia-r-garcia-issues-statement-about-reimplementation-remain Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia Issues Statement On the Reimplementation of the Remain in Mexico Policy 2021-12-02 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Sylvia R. Garcia G000587 sylviagarcia.house.gov sylviagarcia https://sylviagarcia.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia (TX-29) issued the following statement on the court-ordered reimplementation of the Remain in Mexico policy: "Our immigration system is broken. People are suffering. Families are suffering. The Remain in Mexico policy has hurt thousands of immigrants and refugees and tarnished what our country stands for," said Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29). "We need to stand by our immigrants and asylum seekers and while the Biden-Harris administration is complying with the court ruling by reimplementing the policy, I hope it will work quickly to fast track litigation and undo the damage being done by this terrible situation." # # # 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases/carter-gonzalez-reintroduce-bipartisan-drug-price-transparency-medicaid-act Carter, Gonzalez Reintroduce Bipartisan Drug Price Transparency in Medicaid Act 2021-12-01 2021 2021-12 Democrat House TX Vicente Gonzalez G000581 gonzalez.house.gov gonzalez https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Today, Reps. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) and Vicente Gonzalez (D-TX) introduced bipartisan legislation that would limit the power of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to artificially spike Medicaid drug prices. The Drug Price Transparency in MedicaidAct bans the use of spread pricing by middlemen (PBMs) in Medicaid managed care. PBMs drive up prescription drug costs without adding any value to the consumer. "Prescription drug prices are way too high. As a Pharmacist, I've seen the pain in patient's eyes as they make the impossible choice between paying for food and paying for medication. With this bill, we can radically decrease drug prices and put power back into the hands of the patients, without expensive or heavy-handed government programs. I want to thank Congressman Gonzalez for his support and commitment to protecting the lives, health, and pocketbooks of patients across America," said Carter. "Americans deserve transparency and accountability in their drug pricing, and the Drug Price Transparency in Medicaid Act will do just that," said Gonzalez. "This legislation will offer solutions to policies that have been negatively affecting healthcare and prescription drug costs for far too long. I'm proud to introduce this bipartisan bill with Congressman Carter to protect South Texas patients and community pharmacies." Spread pricing occurs when a PBM charges health plans for prescription drugs more than they pay the pharmacy. Instead of passing the full payment on to pharmacies, PBMs keep the "spread" as profit. The bill was originally introduced in the 116th Congress with bipartisan support. Read the full bill text here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases?ID=BD53CCA0-1F8E-42D2-8977-31E624849D04 Gooden Introduces Bill to Hold Big PhRMA Accountable 2021-12-01 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Lance Gooden G000589 gooden.house.gov gooden https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases page_html WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, Congressman Lance Gooden (R-Texas) introduced legislation to ensure vaccine manufacturers can be held liable for any negative health effects resulting from a COVID-19 vaccine. Under current law, U.S. pharmaceutical companies are immune from liability if a recipient of their vaccine experiences medical complications. Given Big Pharma’s willful negligence and the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) total failure to conduct proper oversight during the opioid epidemic, the American people should have the opportunity to hold these companies accountable. Additionally, the FDA’s recent attempts to delay the publication of data it relied on to approve the COVID-19 vaccine until 2076 underlines the need for accountability and transparency. Rep. Lance Gooden said, “I believe every American should be able to hold a company accountable if they are harmed by their product, but especially if they are mandated to take that product to keep their job. If Big PhRMA wants Americans to trust their vaccines are safe and effective, they need to have some skin in the game.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-roy-applauds-house-passage-bipartisan-government-transparency-bill-hold Rep. Roy applauds House passage of bipartisan government transparency bill to hold federal judges accountable 2021-12-01 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON — Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) issued the following statement Wednesday upon the House's passage of the bipartisan Courthouse Ethics and Transparency Act (H.R. 5720), of which he was a lead cosponsor. Trust in our judicial system demands clear impartiality of the judges. The Courthouse Ethics and Transparency Act is a great step in providing parity to the Judiciary and putting Judges on par with the Executive and Legislative branch's public financial disclosure rules. In response to reports that 131 federal judges may have violated the law by presiding over cases in which they had a financial interest, Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21), Rep. Darrell Issa (CA-50), and Rep. Deborah Ross (NC-02) joined Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) introduced the legislation in October. The Courthouse Ethics and Transparency Act would require financial disclosure reports be made publicly available online, and require federal judges to submit periodic transaction reports of securities transactions in line with other federal officials under the STOCK Act. The Courthouse Ethics and Transparency Act would amend the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 to: Require the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to create a searchable online database of judicial financial disclosure forms and post those forms within 90 days of being filed, and; Subject judges to the STOCK Act's requirement of filing periodic transaction reports within 45 days of securities transactions over $1,000. The bill also preserves the existing ability of judges to request redactions of personal information on financial disclosure reports due to a security concern. Full text of the legislation can be found here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-roy-its-time-reverse-roe-and-have-honest-conversation-about-life Rep. Roy: ‘It’s time to reverse Roe and have an honest conversation about life’ 2021-12-01 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—Today, Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) made remarks outside of the Supreme Court ahead of oral arguments in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health: A rough transcript of his remarks is available below. You can watch the full clip here: What we know is at stake is whether or not the people's right to be able to make decisions about life is going to be restored to the people through their elected representatives rather than through unelected judges and the court. That is simply the question that is before the court right now. The State of Mississippi enacted a 15-week limit on abortion. To put that in context, in Texas that means all but 3% of abortions would continue. Let's think about that. All the wailing and gnashing of teeth you're hearing in the background out here is because of wanting to try to say that the people should be able to vote through their elected representatives to limit abortion. We want to see the Supreme Court do the right thing and restore the decision-making power to the people so the people can decide the important matters of life. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-roy-leads-colleagues-calling-republican-leaders-block-funding-government Rep. Roy leads colleagues in calling on Republican leaders to block funding a government to enforce vaccine mandates, draft women 2021-12-01 2021 2021-12 Republican House TX Chip Roy R000614 roy.house.gov roy https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON —On Monday, Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21), joined by 11 of his House colleagues, urged Republican leadership in the House and Senate to take a formal stand against funding the federal government that will enforce vaccine mandates and draft young women into military service. "Continuing to fund this kind of garbage is inexcusable and is precisely what our constituents want us to oppose, and oppose loudly," the open letter reads. "Whether or not the judiciary may eventually bail out Americans from certain mandates and whether we are in the majority or not, we should never vote to fund immoral, unlawful, and repugnant policies." Congressman Roy invites all members of the House Republican conference to take a stand and join him in what the letter calls "two important tests that will define the choice facing the American people in 2022." Full text of the letter is available below: The Honorable Kevin McCarthy House Minority Leader The Capitol Washington, D.C. 20515 The Honorable Mitch McConnell Senate Minority Leader The Capitol Washington, D.C. 20515 Dear Leaders McCarthy & McConnell, This week, House and Senate Republicans face at least two important tests that will define the choice facing the American people in 2022. First, will Congressional Republicans vote for a continuing resolution ("CR"), or other government funding vehicle, that funds a government enforcing (or threatening the enforcement of) vaccine mandates on the American people? Second, will Congressional Republicans vote for a National Defense Authorization Act ("NDAA") that — for the first time in history — will force 18-year-old women to register for the draft? This, of course on top of failing to hold Defense Department brass accountable for the failure in Afghanistan, pushing climate change policies and "trainings" for DOD personnel, and — among other things — continuing to fund CRT and other "woke" indoctrination programs. Continuing to fund this kind of garbage is inexcusable and is precisely what our constituents want us to op… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://carter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1586 Rep. Carter Announces Samsung Facility Opening in Central Texas 2021-11-30 2021 2021-11 Republican House TX John R. Carter C001051 carter.house.gov carter https://carter.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper (Taylor, TX) - Representative John Carter (TX-31) announced that Samsung is officially opening a semiconductor manufacturing plant in the city of Taylor. The six million square foot facility has an expected investment of $17 billion and will be one of the largest economic developments Texas has ever seen. “I am proud of the Taylor community, Williamson County, and the Great State of Texas! With Samsung, comes an anticipated 1,800 jobs that will bolster the TX-31 economy and provide opportunities for innovation right here in the heart of Texas,” said Congressman John Carter. “This project represents every level of government coming together to improve local businesses and national security. Texas was the right choice for Samsung and Samsung was the right choice for Texas!” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:30:49Z

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