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Representatives Chrissy Houlahan and Dan Crenshaw have introduced the Enhancing Intelligence Collection on Foreign Drug Traffickers Act of 2024, aimed at combating drug trafficking networks on an international scale. Congressman Dan Crenshaw emphasized the importance of refocusing intelligence collection on cartels, stating, “Drug traffickers like the Sinaloa cartel and CJNG are a national security threat, and yet we are purposefully tying our own hands in the fight against them and their affiliates.”Rep. Chrissy Houlahan highlighted the significance of expanding Section...

Crenshaw Pushes Back Against EPA’s Overreach with its RMP Rule

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Dan Crenshaw has taken a stand against the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) latest Risk Management Program Rule, which imposes burdensome reporting requirements on facilities working with hazardous substances.In response to the EPA's rule, Congressman Crenshaw expressed his concerns, stating, "Yet again, EPA is creating a costly “solution” for a problem that doesn’t exist."Supporting Crenshaw's initiative, Ryan Jackson, Vice President of Federal Affairs at the American Chemistry Council, praised the Congressman's efforts,...

Crenshaw and Swalwell Introduce Legislation to Advance Personalized Medicine

U.S. Representatives Dan Crenshaw and Eric Swalwell have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at advancing personalized medicine by addressing drug-gene interactions. The Right Drug Dose Now Act emphasizes the use of evidence-based pharmacogenomic testing to tailor treatments to individual genetic makeup. According to Congressman Crenshaw, the bill will lead to better health outcomes for patients, save on healthcare costs, and improve lives.Congressman Swalwell, co-Chair of the Personalized Medicine Caucus, highlighted the importance of genetic testing in medical...

Renowned Argonne Scientists Join University of Houston in Energy Transition Collaboration

Three top researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory have accepted joint appointments at the University of Houston as part of a strategic collaboration aimed at advancing energy transition efforts. Michael Wang, Zachary Hood, and Jianlin Li are the scientists from Argonne who will be joining the University of Houston in various capacities.Michael Wang, a senior scientist at Argonne, has been appointed as the inaugural Distinguished Senior Scholar at UH’s Energy Transition Institute. Wang is known for developing the widely utilized GREET...

Citywide ATM Inc. acquires 1719 Millbury Drive, Missouri City, appraised at $151,900

On March 25, Citywide ATM Inc. purchased a property at 1719 Millbury Drive, Missouri City from Williams Amarienne P. and Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union.

2510 Hinkles Ferry, Richmond purchased by Swetha Komatreddy

On March 25, Swetha Komatreddy purchased a property at 2510 Hinkles Ferry, Richmond from Nickell Cheruku.

Sm & Sm Capital Ivestments LLC buys 810 Gregory Court, Stafford

A property at 810 Gregory Court, Stafford was sold on March 25 by Mary Mani for $176,592. The buyer was Sm & Sm Capital Ivestments LLC.

410 Longview Drive, Sugar Land sold by Frank David and Anita A. Hurlston

A property at 410 Longview Drive, Sugar Land was sold on March 26 by Frank David and Anita A. Hurlston for $340,570. The buyers were Frank David Hurlston, Anita and Frank Hurlston the (trust) and And Frank Hurlston Trust the Anita.

Frank David Hurlston, Anita and Frank Hurlston the (trust) and And Frank Hurlston Trust the Anita acquire 1247 Creekford Circle, Sugar Land, appraised at $1.08 million

A property at 1247 Creekford Circle, Sugar Land was sold on March 26 by Frank David and Anita Hurlston for $1.08 million. The buyers were Frank David Hurlston, Anita and Frank Hurlston the (trust) and And Frank Hurlston Trust the Anita.

Tan Du Quang, Gui Fang Zeng and Fang Zeng Gui sell 2514 Ferry Landing, Sugar Land

On March 27, Tan Du Quang, Gui Fang Zeng, Fang Zeng Gui, Du Henry Wen, Jimmy Hung Du, Hung Du Jimmy and Du Jerry Kim purchased a property at 2514 Ferry Landing, Sugar Land from Tan Du Quang, Gui Fang Zeng and Fang Zeng Gui.

Predicting Weight Gain in Children Using Second Generation Anti-Psychotic Medication

A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy has shed light on predicting weight gain in children using second-generation antipsychotic (SGA) medication. The study, published in the Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology, explored the development and predictors of clinically significant weight gain (CSWG) among pediatric patients on SGAs.The research, led by graduate researcher Ning Lyu under the supervision of Hua Chen, examined the records of over 16,000 pediatric patients aged 5-19 from 2016 to 2021. Lyu identified...

McCaul, Impeachment Managers, Speaker Johnson Demand Schumer Schedule Public Trial of Mayorkas

WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — a House impeachment manager in the trial of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas — joined the other impeachment managers and Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) in sending a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, calling on the Senate to expeditiously schedule an impeachment trial. In the letter, the members also announced the House would transmit the two articles of impeachment against Secretary Mayorkas to the Senate on April 10th, 2024.In the letter, Rep. McCaul, Speaker...

HISD Hosting Hiring Event for Non-NES Campus Positions

Houston Independent School District (HISD) is set to host a Hiring Event for non-Non-English Speaking (NES) campus positions in the upcoming academic year. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Chávez High School, located at 8501 Howard Drive, 77017.Educators are encouraged to attend and discover more about Team HISD and the impactful, student-centered work being carried out. The event will showcase key compensation highlights, including a starting teacher salary of $64,000, a starting Special Education teacher salary of $80,000, and a...

Houston Public Library System Announces Leadership Change

The City of Houston announced a significant leadership change within the Houston Public Library System (HPL) as Cynthia Wilson was appointed as the interim Executive Director. Mayor John Whitmire expressed his gratitude towards Wilson for taking on the role and outlined her responsibilities, stating, "I have asked her to immediately go to work on improving communications, management, employee morale, and operations throughout HPL."Cynthia Wilson, a former educator and executive leader in workplace performance management, brings a wealth of experience to her new position....

4103 Houghton Court, Sugar Land acquired by Downey Sheryl Lynn

A property at 4103 Houghton Court, Sugar Land was sold on March 25 by Downey Sheryl Lynn and Barbara J. Sacheli for $514,430. The buyer was Downey Sheryl Lynn.

Governor Abbott Posthumously Presents Texas Legislative Medal Of Honor To Two Service Members

Governor Greg Abbott posthumously presented the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to U.S. Army Sergeant Major Jerry Lynn Bell and U.S. Army Master Sergeant Mike Peña during a ceremony at the Texas Capitol. The Texas Legislative Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration conferred to a service member of the Texas military forces.“Today, we honor two men who raised their hand and answered the call for our country,” said Governor Abbott. “Each of these men continued a tradition of heroism that extends back to the very dawn of this great nation. These brave service...

Governor Abbott Announces New Eastman Investment In Longview

Governor Greg Abbott revealed today that Eastman will be establishing a new manufacturing facility at its current location in Longview, Texas. The expansion is expected to bring over 200 job opportunities and about $1.2 billion in capital investment. The initiative has been supported by a Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) grant of $2,040,000.In a statement, Governor Abbott expressed his confidence in Texas as a thriving business environment, stating, "Texas is where businesses flourish and people prosper." He credited the state's skilled workforce, favorable business climate,...

Governor Abbott Launches Texas Space Commission