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Abbott orders crackdown on Chinese Communist Party's alleged harassment in Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has issued an executive order aimed at protecting Texans from harassment and coercion by the People's Republic of China (PRC) or the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
McCaul supports Texas governor's measures against Chinese Communist Party
Today, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, expressed his support for Governor Abbott's executive orders aimed at countering the influence of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in Texas.
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McCaul supports new act improving veteran healthcare
By Houston Daily | Nov 19, 2024
Congressman Michael McCaul has expressed his support for the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act.
Governor Abbott directs TCEQ to accept Mexican water offer under 1944 treaty
By Houston Daily | Nov 19, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has voiced her approval of Governor Greg Abbott's recent directive to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
House passes bill enhancing veterans' healthcare and benefits
By Houston Daily | Nov 19, 2024
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act, known as H.R. 8371.
Texas strengthens border security with Operation Lone Star
By Houston Daily | Nov 17, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott, alongside the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas National Guard, continues efforts to secure the border as part of Operation Lone Star.
Bill introduced for South Texas agriculture emergency assistance
By Houston Daily | Nov 15, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has introduced a new bill, H.R. 10113, titled the "South Texas Agriculture Emergency Assistance Act."
Texas restaurants earn Michelin stars in inaugural guide
By Houston Daily | Nov 13, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the Texas restaurants recognized in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide Texas.
Social security fairness act passes house with bipartisan backing
By Houston Daily | Nov 13, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell of Texas has taken a significant step by cosponsoring H.R. 82, known as the Social Security Fairness Act.
Lawmakers urge GAO review of Treasury's compliance affecting US shrimp industry
By Houston Daily | Nov 12, 2024
Congressman Troy E. Nehls, along with House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer and Congressman Clay Higgins, has called upon the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) to review the U.S. Treasury Department's...
De La Cruz introduces campus safety bill targeting opioid overdoses
By Houston Daily | Nov 12, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has introduced a new bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the opioid overdose crisis on college campuses.
Houston council meeting postponed to honor fallen firefighter
By Houston Daily | Nov 11, 2024
The City of Houston has announced the postponement of this week's consolidated council meeting to Thursday, November 14, in order to accommodate funeral arrangements for firefighter Marcelo Garcia.
Governor Abbott highlights rising support for school choice in Texas
By Houston Daily | Nov 7, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott emphasized the increasing support for school choice in Texas during a media event at Kingdom Life Academy in Tyler.
Angel Ponce appointed to Houston Metro Board by Mayor Whitmire
By Houston Daily | Nov 6, 2024
Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Angel Ponce to the METRO Board of Directors, a decision that received unanimous approval from the City Council.
Houston election day: Mayor urges participation; no property tax hike
By Houston Daily | Nov 5, 2024
Today marks Election Day in Houston, with Mayor John Whitmire urging residents to vote despite the rainy weather.
Houston disability committee receives 2024 Martha Arbuckle Award
By Houston Daily | Nov 4, 2024
The City of Houston and Harris County's Disability Access & Functional Needs Committee has been honored with the 2024 Martha Arbuckle Award.
Luttrell proposes act for improved military health assessments
By Houston Daily | Nov 4, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell has introduced the Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2024.
Abbott appoints Rodriguez to State Pension Review Board
By Houston Daily | Oct 31, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of Roel “Roy” Rodriguez, P.E., to the State Pension Review Board.
Houston invites public to veterans day celebration on November 11
By Houston Daily | Oct 31, 2024
Mayor John Whitmire has extended an invitation to the public for the annual "Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration."
Governor Abbott renews drought disaster proclamation for multiple Texas counties
By Houston Daily | Oct 27, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed a disaster proclamation initially issued on July 8, 2022, addressing the ongoing drought conditions in Texas.