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Hunt praises bipartisan effort on Water Resources Development Act
By Houston Daily | Aug 1, 2024
The Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA), designated as H.R. 8812, was passed today. The act includes a significant provision directing the United States Army Corps of Engineers to complete the Buffalo Bayou Tributaries Resiliency Study (BBTRS). This provision, introduced by Congresswoman Fletcher and Congressman Hunt, represents the final step before constructing a viable flood mitigation project aimed at permanently ending flooding in Houston.
Congresswoman De La Cruz hosts town hall with VA Secretary McDonough
By Houston Daily | Aug 1, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) today expressed her gratitude to Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough for participating in a productive and insightful Zoom Town Hall focused on veterans' issues. The event, held on July 31, 2024, provided veterans in Texas's 15th Congressional District with valuable information and addressed their concerns directly.
Houston addresses hurricane response; appoints new fire chief amid police report release
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2024
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has addressed the city's response to Hurricane Beryl, highlighting significant challenges in infrastructure and emergency preparedness.
Bipartisan bill aims at boosting US leadership in semiconductor R&D
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2024
This week, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), House Republican Conference Vice Chairman Blake Moore (R-Utah), Representatives Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.), and Doris Matsui (D-Calif.) introduced the Semiconductor Technology Advancement and Research (STAR) Act.
McCaul criticizes Biden's Supreme Court overhaul proposal
By Houston Daily | Jul 30, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) released a statement following President Biden's announcement of a proposal to overhaul the U.S. Supreme Court during a speech at the LBJ Library in Austin, Texas.
Operation Lone Star reduces illegal crossings into Texas by significant margin
By Houston Daily | Jul 28, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard continue to collaborate on securing the border, stopping the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas, and preventing transnational criminal activity between ports of entry.
Thomas Muñoz appointed as new chief of Houston Fire Department
By Houston Daily | Jul 26, 2024
Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Thomas Muñoz as the new chief of the Houston Fire Department.
Rep. Troy E. Nehls urges DHS action on Venezuelan prisoners
By Houston Daily | Jul 26, 2024
Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) has sent a third letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, addressing concerns about violent criminals being released from Venezuelan prisons and entering the United States through migrant caravans. Congressmen Byron Donalds (R-FL-19), Randy Weber (R-TX-14), and Pete Stauber (R-MN-08) co-signed the letter, urging Secretary Mayorkas to prevent Venezuelans from entering the country, deport those already released pending immigration proceedings, and initiate a moratorium on all Venezuelan migration until...
McCaul criticizes Biden-Harris administration's border policies
By Houston Daily | Jul 25, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, issued a statement following his vote for H.Res. 1371, a resolution condemning the Biden administration and Vice President Harris for their handling of border security.
House passes appropriations bill with $2.4 million for South Texas
By Houston Daily | Jul 25, 2024
The House passed the Interior Appropriations bill on Wednesday, July 24, including more than $2.4 million in funding for projects across South Texas.
Senate passes bill targeting illegal synthetic drug financing
By Houston Daily | Jul 24, 2024
The Senate has passed H.R. 1076, the Preventing the Financing of Illegal Synthetic Drugs Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-Texas) in February 2023. The legislation aims to prevent the financing of illegal synthetic drugs. With its passage in both the House and the Senate, it now awaits the President’s signature to become law.
McCaul supports passage of Water Resources Development Act
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) praised the passage of the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA) out of the U.S. House of Representatives. This bipartisan bill aims to strengthen and preserve water projects and infrastructure throughout Texas and the United States.
Chairman Nehls addresses rail safety post-East Palestine derailment
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
Washington, D.C. - Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX) delivered opening remarks at today's hearing titled "Examining the State of Rail Safety in the Aftermath of the Derailment in East Palestine, Ohio."
Legislation introduced aiming at enhancing US railroad safety
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials, and Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA-06) introduced the Railroad Safety Enhancement Act of 2024. This legislation incorporates the Railway Safety Act of 2023, introduced by Senators J.D. Vance (R-OH) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and includes four significant safety provisions aimed at increasing the safety of the nation’s rail network.
Houston honors late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee with lying-in-state ceremony
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
The late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee will be honored by lying in state at the Houston City Hall rotunda on Monday, July 29, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mayor John Whitmire will welcome her family, faith leaders, dignitaries, and the public as they...
McCaul calls for resignation of Secret Service director following site visit
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
BUTLER, Pennsylvania – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued a statement today after visiting the site of President Trump's attempted assassination in Butler, Pennsylvania. McCaul was joined by Committee Chairman Mark Green (R-Tenn.) and a bipartisan delegation. The United States Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has not visited the rally site.
Congressman McCaul questions Pennsylvania police on security failures at Trump rally
By Houston Daily | Jul 23, 2024
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Homeland Security Committee, questioned Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police Colonel Christopher L. Paris during a Homeland Security Committee hearing investigating the attempted assassination of President Trump.
House passes De La Cruz's HUD Transparency Act
By Houston Daily | Jul 22, 2024
Today, the House of Representatives passed the HUD Transparency Act (H.R. 7280), authored by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15). The bipartisan legislation mandates annual testimony from the Inspector General of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) before Congress, marking a significant step toward enhancing oversight and efficiency within the department.
Houston-area lawmakers seek explanation for denied funding affecting CenterPoint Energy
By Houston Daily | Jul 19, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, alongside Congressman Morgan Luttrell (Texas-8) and four other Houston-area members of the Texas delegation, has sent a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm. The lawmakers expressed concern over a reported DOE decision to deny CenterPoint Energy’s application for $100 million from the DOE’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program in 2023. This decision could have significantly impeded Texas' power restoration and recovery efforts following Hurricane Beryl.
Texas representatives question DOE's denial of funds for CenterPoint Energy
By Houston Daily | Jul 18, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) has addressed a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm, expressing concern over the DOE's decision to deny CenterPoint Energy’s application for approximately $100 million from the DOE’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program. The Houston-based utility company sought these funds following a recent report that highlighted the impact of Hurricane Beryl on Texas' power restoration and recovery efforts.