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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.
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.
McCaul commends outgoing Border Patrol chief; supports Trump's pick for new leadership
By Houston Daily | Jan 22, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has expressed gratitude to outgoing Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens and praised President Trump's appointment of Mike Banks as the new chief of the agency.
McCaul supports Trump's re-designation of Houthis as foreign terrorist organization
By Houston Daily | Jan 22, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, representing Texas and a former chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, expressed his support for President Trump's decision to re-designate the Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO).
Crenshaw reintroduces bipartisan act targeting ATF regulatory practices
By Houston Daily | Jan 22, 2025
Congressman Dan Crenshaw has reintroduced the ATF Accountability Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at limiting the authority of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).
McCaul addresses global cyber threats at Homeland Security Committee hearing
By Houston Daily | Jan 22, 2025
Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), vice chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, participated in a full committee hearing focused on cybersecurity threats from adversaries such as the Chinese Communist Party.
Bipartisan bill aims to ease digital reporting in healthcare sector
By Houston Daily | Jan 21, 2025
Congressman Dan Crenshaw has collaborated with Congressmembers Vern Buchanan and Jimmy Panetta to introduce the bipartisan Healthcare Efficiency Through Flexibility Act.
Congressman McCaul supports Trump's AI investment plans in Texas
By Houston Daily | Jan 21, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has expressed his support for President Trump's recent announcement of new artificial intelligence infrastructure investments in Texas.
Marco Rubio confirmed as new U.S. Secretary of State
By Houston Daily | Jan 21, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has extended his congratulations to Marco Rubio on his confirmation as the 72nd Secretary of State by the U.S. Senate.
Babin introduces bill targeting birthright citizenship amid ongoing debate
By Houston Daily | Jan 21, 2025
Congressman Brian Babin has introduced the Birthright Citizenship Act, a legislative proposal aimed at revising the current interpretation of the 14th Amendment.
Ryan Corbett released from Taliban captivity after U.S.-Taliban prisoner exchange
By Houston Daily | Jan 21, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, representing Texas and serving as chairman emeritus of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has expressed gratitude for the release of two Americans from Taliban captivity.
Monica De La Cruz attends Trump's inauguration as 47th US president
By Houston Daily | Jan 20, 2025
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz from Texas's 15th district attended the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States, alongside Vice President J.D. Vance.
Houston prepares for incoming arctic freeze with safety measures
By Houston Daily | Jan 20, 2025
Mayor John Whitmire has called on residents of Houston to take precautions ahead of an expected arctic freeze set to hit the area late Monday evening.
Governor Abbott congratulates President Trump on inauguration day
By Houston Daily | Jan 20, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott extended his congratulations to Donald J. Trump on his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.