79°
Latest News
Governor Abbott announces appointments to new Dallas business court division
By Houston Daily | Jun 13, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the appointments of Andrea Bouressa and William “Bill” Whitehill to the newly established First Business Court Division in Dallas. The court, created last year to expedite the resolution of complex commercial disputes in Texas, will commence operations on September 1, 2024. Bouressa and Whitehill’s terms are set to expire on September 1, 2026. The division encompasses Collin, Dallas, Ellis, Fannin, Grayson, Kaufman, and Rockwall counties.
Houston City Council adopts FY 2025 budget without new taxes or fees
By Houston Daily | Jun 12, 2024
On June 12, 2024, the Houston City Council voted to adopt Mayor John Whitmire's proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The budget emphasizes public safety, drainage, and infrastructure improvements, including the installation of generators at multiservice centers to safeguard residents during extreme weather events. Notably, the budget does not introduce any new fees or tax increases.
McCaul criticizes Biden's border policy following arrest of suspected terrorists
By Houston Daily | Jun 12, 2024
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, issued a statement regarding the arrest of eight suspected terrorists who entered the United States illegally.
Chairman Nehls addresses concerns over Amtrak's performance at congressional hearing
By Houston Daily | Jun 12, 2024
Washington, D.C. - Opening remarks, as prepared, of Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX) from today’s hearing, entitled “Amtrak and Intercity Passenger Rail Oversight: Promoting Performance, Safety, and Accountability”:
Rep. Troy E. Nehls advocates for Save Our Shrimpers Act amid industry crisis
By Houston Daily | Jun 11, 2024
Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) has authored an op-ed for SeafoodSource, discussing his proposed legislation, the Save Our Shrimpers Act. This legislation aims to prohibit federal taxpayer dollars from subsidizing foreign shrimp farms, shrimp processing, or any activity in a foreign country that supports the production, processing, or exportation of shrimp into U.S. markets.
Amtrak faces new legislation demanding transparency akin to federal agencies
By Houston Daily | Jun 11, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) of the Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials has introduced The Amtrak Transparency and Accountability for Passengers and Taxpayer Act. This legislation aims to subject Amtrak to the same requirements as other federal agencies under the Government in the Sunshine Act.
Mineral Wells earns 'Music Friendly' status from Texas Governor
By Houston Daily | Jun 9, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott announced today that the City of Mineral Wells has been designated as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO) after completing a multi-step certification process. The Music Friendly Texas program, introduced by TMO in 2016, aims to foster music business-related economic development and job creation in Texas cities and communities.
McCaul commemorates 80th D-Day anniversary with WWII veterans in Normandy
By Houston Daily | Jun 6, 2024
Normandy, France – On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, met with World War II veterans in Normandy. Rep. McCaul is part of a bipartisan congressional delegation observing the anniversary alongside veterans and their families, active-duty service members, government and military officials, and foreign dignitaries.
Governor Abbott criticizes President Biden's new executive order on immigration
By Houston Daily | Jun 5, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement today following President Joe Biden's signing of an executive order concerning immigration. The order, according to Abbott, effectively legalizes millions of undocumented immigrants already in the United States and permits thousands more to cross the southern border daily.
McCaul votes to support veterans with FY 2025 appropriations bill
By Houston Daily | Jun 5, 2024
Today, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) voted to pass the Fiscal Year 2025 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. This bill fully funds veterans’ benefits, VA programs, and bolsters national security.
Luttrell introduces bill requiring DHS crime reports on certain parolees
By Houston Daily | Jun 5, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) introduced the Criminal Illegal Alien Report Act in the House of Representatives. This legislation would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to report to Congress on crimes committed by individuals who are in the U.S. under the Processes for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans (CHNV), or any other grant of parole who have committed crimes, including their nationalities and ties to terrorists and transnational criminal groups.
McCaul leads delegation to Normandy for D-Day's 80th anniversary
By Houston Daily | Jun 5, 2024
Normandy, France – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has departed for Normandy, France, with a bipartisan congressional delegation to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
De La Cruz secures language in bill withholding funds from Mexico over water treaty
By Houston Daily | Jun 5, 2024
Language that withholds funds from Mexico for failing to comply with the 1944 Water Treaty passed a legislative hurdle on Tuesday, June 4.
McCaul criticizes Biden's executive order on asylum as election-year stunt
By Houston Daily | Jun 4, 2024
Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, has issued a statement criticizing President Biden's recent executive order on asylum applications. The order would suspend accepting new asylum applications if the number of migrants attempting to enter the country between ports of entry reaches a daily average of 2,500 for seven consecutive days.
Mayor Whitmire announces compromise on Shepherd Durham Phase II project
By Houston Daily | Jun 4, 2024
June 4, 2024 -- Mayor John Whitmire and the Memorial Heights TIRZ have reached a compromise on the design of the Shepherd Durham Phase II project that maintains the terms of the Federal Grant, preserves general mobility, and creates transportation options while enhancing drainage and wastewater infrastructure. This latest development was data-driven utilizing an updated traffic analysis and INRIX Trip Analytics.
Congresswoman De La Cruz criticizes Biden's executive order on immigration
By Houston Daily | Jun 4, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15), who represents a congressional district along the border with Mexico, issued a statement in response to President Biden's executive order addressing the border crisis.
President signs bipartisan Recruit and Retain Act into law
By Houston Daily | Jun 3, 2024
Congressman Wesley Hunt's legislation, The Recruit and Retain Act, has been signed into law by the President of the United States. It was the only bill during Police Week that received President Biden's signature.
Governor Abbott supports new TEA open education resource initiative
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement supporting the Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) new open education resource (OER) instructional materials unveiled this morning.
Mayor Whitmire appoints Thomas Muñoz as acting director of public safety
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
May 30, 2024 -- Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Thomas Muñoz as the acting Director of the Mayor's Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security. Muñoz most recently served as the Deputy Director for this office and will maintain his role as Emergency Management Coordinator for the Office of Emergency Management. Muñoz's appointment follows the retirement of George Buenik, who had served in the position since 2017.
McCaul seeks veteran or military spouse for College Station office
By Houston Daily | May 30, 2024
Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) is seeking veterans, Gold Star Family Members, and active-duty military spouses for a position in his College Station district office. The selected individual will work with Texas' 10th Congressional district's military and veteran constituents. Responsibilities include handling veterans-related casework and facilitating communication between constituents and federal, state, and local agencies.