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Governor Abbott appoints John Asel to Alamo Regional Mobility Authority

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed John Asel as the presiding officer of the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority (RMA).


Lawmakers propose new act to tighten immigration oversight

Congressman Troy E. Nehls from Texas and Senator Jim Banks from Indiana have introduced the End Unaccountable Amnesty Act, a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing congressional oversight over immigration policies.


Rep. Wesley Hunt seeks support for the POWER Act in tax package proposal

Yesterday, Congressman Wesley Hunt appeared before the House Ways and Means Committee to advocate for his proposed legislation, the POWER Act.


UH professor receives prestigious presidential award

Allison Master, an assistant professor at the University of Houston (UH), has been awarded the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers.


Governor Abbott appoints Paul E. Mansur as Yoakum County criminal district attorney

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Paul E. Mansur as the new Yoakum County Criminal District Attorney.


Legislation seeks increased pension for Medal of Honor recipients

Today, a bipartisan effort was renewed in Washington, D.C., with Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) and Congressman Chris Pappas (D-NH-01) reintroducing the Medal of Honor Act.


Houston hosts annual postsecondary pathways conference with focus on education and workforce development

The 5th Annual Postsecondary Pathways Conference is set to take place on January 30, 2025, at the TMC Innovation Factory in Houston.


McCaul commends outgoing Border Patrol chief; supports Trump's pick for new leadership

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has expressed gratitude to outgoing Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens and praised President Trump's appointment of Mike Banks as the new chief of the agency.


McCaul supports Trump's re-designation of Houthis as foreign terrorist organization

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, representing Texas and a former chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, expressed his support for President Trump's decision to re-designate the Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO).


Crenshaw reintroduces bipartisan act targeting ATF regulatory practices

Congressman Dan Crenshaw has reintroduced the ATF Accountability Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at limiting the authority of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).


Rep. Wesley Hunt urges GOP to retain 45Q tax credit during House testimony

Congressman Wesley Hunt appeared before the House Ways and Means Committee to advocate for the continuation of the 45Q tax credit.


McCaul addresses global cyber threats at Homeland Security Committee hearing

Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), vice chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, participated in a full committee hearing focused on cybersecurity threats from adversaries such as the Chinese Communist Party.


Bipartisan bill aims to ease digital reporting in healthcare sector

Congressman Dan Crenshaw has collaborated with Congressmembers Vern Buchanan and Jimmy Panetta to introduce the bipartisan Healthcare Efficiency Through Flexibility Act.


Congressman McCaul supports Trump's AI investment plans in Texas

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has expressed his support for President Trump's recent announcement of new artificial intelligence infrastructure investments in Texas.


Marco Rubio confirmed as new U.S. Secretary of State

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has extended his congratulations to Marco Rubio on his confirmation as the 72nd Secretary of State by the U.S. Senate.


Babin introduces bill targeting birthright citizenship amid ongoing debate

Congressman Brian Babin has introduced the Birthright Citizenship Act, a legislative proposal aimed at revising the current interpretation of the 14th Amendment.


Ryan Corbett released from Taliban captivity after U.S.-Taliban prisoner exchange

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, representing Texas and serving as chairman emeritus of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has expressed gratitude for the release of two Americans from Taliban captivity.


Robert Joseph Morgenier Jr. purchases 1815 Lancaster Park Court, Fresno, appraised at $99,768

On Jan. 17, Robert Joseph Morgenier Jr. purchased a property at 1815 Lancaster Park Court, Fresno from Angelica Ann Morgenier and Angelica Ann Oubre.


15519 Evergreen Place Drive, Mission Bend sold on Jan. 17

On Jan. 17, Maria Rodriguez purchased a property at 15519 Evergreen Place Drive, Mission Bend from Bayron Oporta, Latin Flooring LLC LLC and Bayron Op A. Member.


3402 Precinct Line Road, Richmond unloaded by Matthew Boyd Jr. and Lena Falsone Boyd

On Jan. 17, Sy and Jordan Guthrie purchased a property at 3402 Precinct Line Road, Richmond from Matthew Boyd Jr. and Lena Falsone Boyd.