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McCaul Confronts Sec. Mayorkas on Failure to Enforce the Law
By Houston Daily | Apr 16, 2024
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) confronted Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on his alleged failures to enforce the nation's immigration laws. During the exchange, McCaul accused Mayorkas of violating his oath and neglecting his responsibilities.McCaul criticized Mayorkas for his approach to enforcing the Immigration and Nationality Act, emphasizing the mandatory language of the law. He pointed out that Mayorkas instructed border patrol agents not to consider prior criminal conduct when taking enforcement...
Bill to Improve Oil and Gas Royalties Management Advances in Congress
By Houston Daily | Apr 16, 2024
Congressman Wesley Hunt's legislation, H.R. 7377 - The Royalty Resiliency Act, has made significant progress as it passed out of the House Natural Resources Committee. The bill aims to amend the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act of 1982 to enhance the management of royalties from oil and gas leases.One of the key provisions of the bill addresses the issue of royalty payments based on land ownership. Currently, lessees are required to pay the Federal Government a 100% royalty rate on production until a communization agreement is approved, even if the government...
McCaul Praises the House Armed Services Committee's Quality of Life Panel Report
By Houston Daily | Apr 16, 2024
WASHINGTON – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX) has commended the House Armed Services Committee's Quality of Life Panel's bipartisan report, emphasizing the importance of improving U.S. servicemembers' quality of life. “Our servicemembers selflessly signed up to defend our country. We must ensure that they have the proper resources to adequately care for themselves and their family,” said Rep. McCaul. McCaul further highlighted the significance of quality of life in the recruitment and retention of troops, stating that it is vital for U.S. military readiness and...
Operation Lone Star Arrests Violent Criminals, Human Smugglers
By Houston Daily | Apr 14, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard have been making significant strides in securing the border and cracking down on criminal activities. Since the inception of Operation Lone Star, the collaborative effort has resulted in the apprehension of over 507,200 illegal immigrants and more than 41,500 criminal arrests, with over 36,900 felony charges. Additionally, Texas law enforcement has seized a substantial amount of fentanyl, with over 471 million lethal doses confiscated during border missions.The operation has...
Governor Abbott Advocates For Adoption With His Family’s Story At CHOSEN Conference In Plano
By Houston Daily | Apr 14, 2024
Governor Abbott today participated in a fireside chat at the CHOSEN Conference in Plano, advocating for adoption and foster care resources in Texas. Sharing his personal experience, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of adoption, stating, "When I think about all of the decisions I have made as Governor, Attorney General, and in other roles I've had in my life, without a doubt, the best decision I have ever made was to adopt a child."Reflecting on his decision to adopt a child, Governor Abbott expressed his unwavering commitment to parenthood, saying, "To every...
Congressman Wesley Hunt Opposes H.R. 7888 - The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA)
By Houston Daily | Apr 12, 2024
U.S. Representative Wesley Hunt (R, TX-38) took a firm stance today against H.R. 7888 - The Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act. Hunt's opposition stems from his belief in the necessity of ensuring proper warrants are obtained before deploying intelligence activities to prevent surveillance of American citizens. Hunt expressed, "I am firm in my belief that there should be a requirement that federal agents must obtain the proper warrants before deploying these intelligence activities to ensure they only target foreign persons and not American citizens."Hunt's...
McCaul Joins Chairman Green On Bill To Stop Illegal Immigrants From Boarding Flights Without Proper ID
By Houston Daily | Apr 12, 2024
Congressman Michael McCaul and Committee Chairman Mark Green have introduced the VALID Act, aiming to prevent illegal immigrants from boarding U.S. commercial flights without proper identification. McCaul emphasized the importance of enforcing laws to protect Americans, stating, "By allowing thousands of illegal immigrants to fly without the same ID documents required of every American, the Biden administration has dismantled that work and put communities across the nation at risk."Chairman Green echoed these sentiments, expressing concern over the current practice of...
House passes Crenshaw Amendment to include Narco-Traffickers as allowable targets under Foreign Intelligence
By Houston Daily | Apr 12, 2024
The House of Representatives has passed an amendment put forth by Congressman Dan Crenshaw, allowing the inclusion of international narcotics trafficking as part of the definition of "foreign intelligence information" under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). This move aims to target foreign narco-traffickers more effectively and help curb the influx of deadly narcotics, including fentanyl, into the United States.Congressman Crenshaw emphasized the significance of the amendment, stating, "It is insane that we have not been able to use FISA to target the...
Rep. Troy E. Nehls Votes NO on FISA Reauthorization
By Houston Daily | Apr 12, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22)released the following statement after voting ‘NO’ on H.R. 7888, the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act:"Today is a dark day for America," said Congressman Nehls. “It is no secret that the DOJ and the FBI have used and abused FISA to spy on not only the greatest president of my lifetime, Donald J. Trump, but spy on everyday Americans. I could not, in good conscience, vote to give our nation’s weaponized DOJ the power to mass surveil the American people without significant reforms, such as a warrant...
Luttrell Introduces Legislation to Improve the Veterans Affairs Board of Appeals
By Houston Daily | Apr 11, 2024
WASHINGTON – Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), alongside Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY) and Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), introduced the Veterans Claims Quality Improvement Act of 2024 during the DAMA legislative hearing. Luttrell emphasized the need for improved decision-making on veterans' claims by stating, "Over the course of several hearings, I’ve heard time and again about the Veterans Affairs Board of Appeals failing to ensure quality decision making on veterans’ claims."Chairman Bost echoed this sentiment, highlighting the urgency for fair decisions on...
Congresswoman De La Cruz Urges Mexico to Fulfill Water Deliveries in Meeting with Secretary Blinken
By Houston Daily | Apr 11, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, alongside Senators and Congressmen from Texas, raised concerns with Secretary of State Antony Blinken regarding Mexico's failure to comply with its water treaty obligations with the United States. De La Cruz emphasized the importance of Mexico fulfilling its annual water deliveries, stating, "For too long, Mexico has failed to abide by its commitment."The recent meeting between De La Cruz and Blinken came after the passing of H.Res. 683, which supports diplomatic efforts to ensure Mexico's adherence to the 1944 water treaty. The...
New METRO Board Members Approved by Houston Mayor John Whitmire
By Houston Daily | Apr 10, 2024
The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO Houston) Board of Directors has welcomed its newest members appointed by Mayor John Whitmire and approved by vote during a Houston City Council meeting. The Board of Directors, which serves as the governing body of METRO, aims to deliver a public transportation system that provides safe, clean, reliable, and accessible mobility options throughout the Houston region.Mayor Whitmire's appointments have led to a historic moment with a significant number of women serving on the board at one time. This includes the...
Rep. Troy E. Nehls Leads Coastal Members in Introducing the Bipartisan Save Our Shrimpers Act of 2024
By Houston Daily | Apr 10, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—A bipartisan effort led by Congressman Troy E. Nehls aims to address the challenges faced by the nation's domestic shrimpers with the introduction of the Save Our Shrimpers Act of 2024. The bill, co-sponsored by several coastal members, seeks to tackle the issue of foreign shrimp dumping that is impacting the U.S. shrimping industry.Congressman Nehls highlighted the plight of domestic shrimpers, stating, “Shrimpers in the 22nd Congressional District of Texas, along the Gulf Coast, and Atlantic Coast are faced with similar difficult decisions of whether to...
Governor Abbott Announces Kilgore Hosts Music Friendly Texas Community Workshop
By Houston Daily | Apr 9, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Kilgore, Kilgore Main Street, and Visit Kilgore will be co-hosting a Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on Tuesday, April 16. In a statement, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of music to Texas, stating, "Music is key to the Texas brand and to our local economies."Chip Adams, TMO Community Relations and Outreach Specialist, will be present at the workshop to explain the Music Friendly Texas Community designation and its benefits. Governor Abbott expressed gratitude towards...
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Helps Secure $500,000 Grant for McAllen Transit-Oriented Development
By Houston Daily | Apr 9, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has successfully secured a $500,000 grant for the Metro McAllen North-South Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Corridor Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Master Plan. The grant, awarded through the Federal Transit Administration's FY23 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development Planning, aims to foster sustainable growth and enhance connectivity within the McAllen community.The grant, awarded to the City of McAllen, will support the planning of TOD initiatives around two key transit stations connected by four local bus routes, including a...
Rep. Troy E. Nehls Introduces Resolution Condemning Mexican President’s Comments on “60 Minutes”
By Houston Daily | Apr 9, 2024
In a recent development, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) has introduced a House Resolution condemning Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador's comments on “60 Minutes” on March 24, 2024. The resolution not only condemns President López Obrador's remarks as diplomatic blackmail but also calls on the Mexican government to take action to limit illegal immigration.Speaking on the matter, Congressman Nehls expressed his strong disapproval, stating, “The comments made by Mexico’s President are reprehensible and equate to diplomatic blackmail.” He further emphasized...
Governor Abbott Mobilizes State Emergency Response Resources Amid Severe Weather Threat
By Houston Daily | Apr 9, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to mobilize state emergency response resources ahead of a storm system expected to move across the state beginning Monday afternoon. The Governor also directed TDEM to increase the readiness level of the State Emergency Operations Center to Level II (Escalated Response) in anticipation of severe weather impacts."Texas is ready to respond with all available resources needed to assist local communities as severe weather, including severe thunderstorms and large hail, begins to impact the...
Luttrell Leads Letter Addressing Concerns Over the Safety of Unaccompanied Migrant Children
By Houston Daily | Apr 8, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell has taken a stand regarding the safety and wellbeing of unaccompanied migrant children in the United States. In a letter addressed to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra and Office of Refugee Resettlement Director Robin Dunn Marcos, Congressman Luttrell expressed serious concerns over the Office of Refugee Settlement’s (ORR) failure to ensure the safety of these vulnerable children.According to Congressman Luttrell, the ORR's current methods have led to the exploitation and trafficking of unaccompanied migrant...
Texas Deploys More Than 100 Miles Of Razor Wire To Secure Border
By Houston Daily | Apr 7, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas continues to lead efforts in securing the state's border with Mexico. Under Operation Lone Star, a multi-agency initiative, over 506,500 illegal immigrant apprehensions and more than 41,200 criminal arrests have been made. Governor Abbott highlighted the success of the Texas National Guard in installing over 100 miles of razor wire along the border, stating, "I have to applaud our National Guard for stepping up and laying down that more than 100 miles of razor wire." He emphasized Texas as the sole state taking significant action against...
Governor Abbott Announces Over $1.2 Million In Career Training Grants To North Central Texas Schools
By Houston Daily | Apr 7, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the awarding of over $1.2 million in Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants to four schools in North Central Texas by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The grants aim to support career and technical education (CTE) training programs by providing equipment for over 1,500 students to be trained for high-demand occupations such as architectural and engineering managers, registered nurses, medical assistants, and welders.Abbott emphasized the importance of investing in the future of Texas through equipping students with the necessary...