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Governor Abbott directs rejection of 'woke' gender ideologies
By Houston Daily | Jan 30, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has issued a directive to Texas state agency heads, urging them to adhere to both state and federal laws regarding gender ideologies.
Texas releases 2025 report on economic impact of its music industry
By Houston Daily | Jan 30, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has unveiled the 2025 Texas Music Industry Economic Impact Report, a biennial publication from the Texas Music Office (TMO).
Resolution aims to address Mexico's non-compliance with 1944 Water Treaty
By Houston Daily | Jan 29, 2025
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, representing Texas's 15th district, has introduced a resolution aimed at holding the Mexican government accountable for failing to meet its obligations under the 1944 Water Treaty.
Trump signs Laken Riley Act aimed at curbing crime by illegal immigrants
By Houston Daily | Jan 29, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul attended the signing of the Laken Riley Act by President Trump, marking a significant legislative development.
Texas leads US in job creation for third consecutive year
By Houston Daily | Jan 28, 2025
Texas has maintained its position as the leading state in job creation for the third consecutive year.
GOP Latino Staff Association formed with backing from Rep. Monica De La Cruz
By Houston Daily | Jan 28, 2025
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has announced the formation of the GOP Latino Staff Association.
McCaul condemns attacks in DRC; calls for immediate resolution
By Houston Daily | Jan 28, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, a Republican from Texas and chairman emeritus of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has issued a statement regarding the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Governor Abbott directs deployment of DPS tactical strike teams
By Houston Daily | Jan 28, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to deploy tactical strike teams in support of the Trump Administration's homeland security efforts.
Crenshaw introduces act prohibiting Medicaid funds for minors' gender transitions
By Houston Daily | Jan 27, 2025
Congressman Dan Crenshaw of Texas, alongside Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia, has introduced a new bill titled the "Do No Harm in Medicaid Act."
Bipartisan bill seeks study on U.S. public school Holocaust education
By Houston Daily | Jan 27, 2025
In recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation, a bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has reintroduced the Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons (HEAL) Act.
De La Cruz named vice chair of key agriculture subcommittee
By Houston Daily | Jan 27, 2025
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has been appointed as Vice Chair of the House Agriculture Committee's Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.
Texas lawmakers advocate for renewed focus on CHIPS program
By Houston Daily | Jan 27, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul and Senator John Cornyn have emphasized the significance of the CHIPS program for bolstering semiconductor manufacturing in Texas and across the United States.
Governor Abbott commemorates International Holocaust Remembrance Day with mansion lighting
By Houston Daily | Jan 27, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott marked International Holocaust Remembrance Day by illuminating the Governor's Mansion in yellow.
Texas sets new records in employment growth under Governor Abbott
By Houston Daily | Jan 24, 2025
Texas has achieved new milestones in job creation, with record highs in total jobs, the number of Texans employed, and the size of its labor force, according to December 2024 employment data.
Governor Abbott appoints John Asel to Alamo Regional Mobility Authority
By Houston Daily | Jan 24, 2025
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
By Houston Daily | Jan 24, 2025
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
By Houston Daily | Jan 24, 2025
Yesterday, Congressman Wesley Hunt appeared before the House Ways and Means Committee to advocate for his proposed legislation, the POWER Act.
Governor Abbott appoints Paul E. Mansur as Yoakum County criminal district attorney
By Houston Daily | Jan 23, 2025
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
By Houston Daily | Jan 23, 2025
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.
OPINION: Will Federal Agency Undermine Texas Senator’s Illegal Vape Crackdown?
By Aaron Pluto | Jan 23, 2025
Texas has faced the unprecedented crisis of a surging southern border, but another, less visible invasion is taking place at ports of entry across the United States.