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Hunt introduces act protecting US firms from Russian litigation
By Houston Daily | Sep 16, 2024
Today, Congressman Wesley Hunt introduced The Protecting Americans from Russian Litigation Act of 2024. The bill has garnered bipartisan support with cosponsorship from members of the House Judiciary Committee: Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-MD), Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA), Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-NY), Rep. Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI), Rep. Hank Johnson (D-GA), and Rep. Laurel Lee (R-FL).
Wesley Hunt's Royalty Resiliency Act passes Senate with bipartisan support
By Houston Daily | Sep 16, 2024
Today, H.R. 7377 - The Royalty Resiliency Act, which provides financial relief to exploration and production companies operating on federal lands, has passed the Senate. Congressman Wesley Hunt introduced the act earlier this year, and it passed the United States House of Representatives on July 22nd with bipartisan support.
Governor Abbott celebrates new Catholic school groundbreaking in Boerne
By Houston Daily | Sep 15, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today attended the groundbreaking ceremony for St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School in Boerne, commending the institution's dedication to offering Texas families diverse educational opportunities.
Luttrell supports bill prohibiting DHS from paroling dangerous illegal aliens
By Houston Daily | Sep 13, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) has cosponsored Congressman Nick Langworthy’s (R-NY) Safeguarding Americans from Extreme Risk (SAFER) at the Border Act. This legislation aims to prohibit the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from paroling migrants who are designated as Known and Suspected Terrorists (KST) or Special Interest Aliens (SIA).
Reps. Nehls and Self introduce legislation for venue change in federal trials
By Houston Daily | Sep 12, 2024
Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) and Congressman Keith Self (R-TX-03) introduced the Venue Named Under Exception Act, or the VENUE Act. This legislation would allow individuals charged with a crime on federal property in the Washington, D.C. area to transfer their trial to a federal court in their home jurisdiction.
De La Cruz introduces bill to ensure border patrol pay during government shutdown
By Houston Daily | Sep 12, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the "Pay Our Border Patrol and Customs Agents Act of 2025" in the U.S. House of Representatives on September 12, 2024. The legislation aims to ensure that U.S. Border Patrol agents and officers from the Office of Field Operations continue to receive their pay during any potential government shutdown in fiscal year 2025.
Healthcare Innovation Summit set for October 10th in The Woodlands
By Houston Daily | Sep 12, 2024
When I meet with Texans across our district, healthcare is one of the top concerns I hear. It’s an issue I’ve dedicated significant time to because I deeply care about ensuring Americans have access to affordable, high-quality care, and that we’re reducing the outrageous costs of prescription drugs.
Rep. Troy E. Nehls introduces bill challenging California's emission regulations
By Houston Daily | Sep 12, 2024
Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) has introduced the Stop California from Advancing Regulatory Burden Act, known as the Stop CARB Act. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) is leading the Senate companion to this legislation.
Rep. Nehls urges FAA for quick approval on increased flight cadence for SpaceX project
By Houston Daily | Sep 11, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) sent a letter to Michael Whitaker, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), urging him to expedite the FAA’s ongoing environmental review of SpaceX’s project, the Tiered Environmental Assessment for SpaceX Starship/Heavy Vehicle Increased Cadence at the Boca Chica Launch Site in Cameron County, Texas, and to expeditiously approve the project.
Houston mayor announces pay raise and incentives for police cadets
By Houston Daily | Sep 9, 2024
Mayor John Whitmire has announced a significant pay increase and new incentives for Houston Police Department cadets, aiming to enhance recruitment and retention efforts.
Governor Abbott announces new 'music friendly' status for City of Rockwell
By Houston Daily | Sep 9, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott announced today that the City of Rockwall has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community. This designation follows the completion of a multi-step certification process aimed at fostering music business-related economic development and job creation in Texas cities and communities.
Policy change increases housing opportunities for disabled veterans
By Houston Daily | Sep 6, 2024
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently updated the definition of annual income for veterans seeking services through the HUD-Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program. The update now excludes service-connected disability benefits from income eligibility calculations. Previously, VA disability benefits could cause a veteran to exceed the income threshold for assistance under the HUD-VASH program, negatively impacting disabled veterans who need support.
Summit for Emerging American Leaders reaches full capacity
By Houston Daily | Sep 5, 2024
Thank you for your interest in Congressman Dan Crenshaw's first Summit for Emerging American Leaders. Unfortunately, we have filled available seating and are unable to accept new registrations. We look forward to seeing you at our next event.
Houston sees new leaders in police and fire departments amid ongoing initiatives
By Houston Daily | Aug 30, 2024
This month, Houston has seen notable changes in its public safety leadership.
Summit for Emerging American Leaders set for September
By Houston Daily | Aug 28, 2024
The fourth annual youth summit, the Summit for Emerging American Leaders (SEAL), will be held on September 7, 2024, at the Glenn Performing Arts Center at the John Cooper School. The event aims to engage high school students with national leaders on pressing issues in America and provide an opportunity to earn a Congressional Certificate of Success.
Houston appoints Sandy Gaw as public library director
By Houston Daily | Aug 28, 2024
Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Sandy Gaw as the new Director of the Houston Public Library.
McCaul comments on Zuckerberg's admission of Biden-Harris administration's censorship
By Houston Daily | Aug 27, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) issued a statement regarding a letter from Mark Zuckerberg to the House Judiciary Committee, in which Zuckerberg admitted that the Biden-Harris administration pressured Meta to censor free speech.
Federal aid extended after hurricane impacts more Texan regions
By Houston Daily | Aug 23, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the federal government has updated the Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Beryl to include 10 additional Texas counties. These counties are now eligible for reimbursement for permanent work through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Public Assistance program.
Governor Abbott sets special election date for Texas House District 56
By Houston Daily | Aug 20, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation today announcing that the special election for Texas House District 56 will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. This election aims to fill the unexpired term in the Texas House of Representatives.
Congressman Luttrell underscores urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures
By Houston Daily | Aug 20, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the only member in the House of Representatives to serve on two cyber subcommittees, penned an op-ed in the Huntsville Item highlighting how cyber threats are evolving rapidly and the need to prioritize cybersecurity with urgency.