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McCaul supports legislation requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, voted for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act today. The legislation, which McCaul also cosponsored, aims to strengthen federal law by requiring proof of American citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections.


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De La Cruz requests meeting with Sheinbaum on water deliveries owed under treaty

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) wrote to Mexican President-Elect Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday, July 8th, requesting a meeting to address water deliveries owed to the United States under the 1944 Water Treaty. As of June 29th, the Mexican government owes the United States 896,567 acre-feet of water.


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Chairman Nehls criticizes CARB locomotive regulation during subcommittee hearing

Washington, D.C. - Opening remarks, as prepared, of Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX) from today’s hearing entitled “An Examination of the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) In-Use Locomotive Regulation”:


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Resources offered as Hurricane Beryl impacts Texas

Hurricane Beryl made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane around 4 a.m. near Matagorda on July 8. Rain bands producing heavy rainfall and flooding threats continue to impact Texas as the storm moves inland through the eastern half of the state. Texans who sustained damage caused by the tropical weather are encouraged to report it through the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT).


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McCaul discusses President Biden's debate performance and calls for independent medical examination

Today, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, appeared on "Faulkner Focus" on Fox News to discuss President Biden's mental competency and the implications of his debate performance.


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Houston mayor names Vonn Tran as new planning director

Mayor John Whitmire has announced plans to appoint Vonn Tran as the City of Houston’s Planning and Development Director, pending city council confirmation on Wednesday, July 17.


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Mayor highlights community spirit and announces new initiatives

July 2, 2024 -- As the Fourth of July approaches, Mayor Whitmire has issued a newsletter reflecting on recent community events and announcing upcoming initiatives.


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Texas lawmakers advocate for new long-haul flight slot from DCA to SAT

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has joined Senators John Cornyn, Ted Cruz, and other Texas Members of Congress in urging the Department of Transportation to allocate a new long-haul flight slot from Washington’s Reagan Airport to San Antonio International Airport.


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Footage shows J6 detainee pepper-sprayed twice by DC prison officer

An employee with the D.C. Central Detention Facility (DOC), also known as the D.C. Gulag, pepper-sprayed a January 6 prisoner twice for not wearing a mask, according to bodycam footage obtained by the House Judiciary Committee.


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Nehls responds to Supreme Court's decision on Trump v. United States

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) released a statement regarding the United States Supreme Court's ruling on Trump v. United States.


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Congressman McCaul comments on Chancellor John Sharp's retirement from Texas A&M

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, representative for Texas' 10th Congressional District, including Brazos County, issued a statement today regarding the upcoming retirement of Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp. Sharp is set to retire in June 2025.


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McCaul votes for FY25 homeland security appropriations act

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Homeland Security Committee, voted for the Homeland Security Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2025.


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McCaul votes for FY25 defense appropriations bill supporting servicemembers

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2025 Defense Appropriations Bill.


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Luttrell votes in support of fiscal year 2025 defense appropriations act

WASHINGTON – Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) this week voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Defense Appropriations Act, a legislative package aimed at bolstering America’s military readiness, deterring adversaries, and supporting military personnel and their families.


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Luttrell supports fiscal year 2025 homeland security appropriations act

WASHINGTON – Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) voted today in support of the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Homeland Security Appropriations Act, a comprehensive bill aimed at securing the Southern and Northern Borders and addressing the ongoing border crisis.


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Babin criticizes Biden's performance following first 2024 presidential debate

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued a statement in response to the first 2024 presidential debate.


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Rep Troy E. Nehls comments on Supreme Court's Fischer v. United States ruling

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) released a statement regarding the United States Supreme Court’s ruling on Fischer v. United States:


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House passes FY25 appropriations bill affecting U.S.-Mexico water treaty compliance

Legislation that includes language to withhold U.S. funding to Mexico until it meets its legally obligated water payments to the U.S. passed the House on Friday, underscoring the urgent need for action. The legislation passed a day after Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) led a letter to the Secretary of Agriculture urging faster relief payments to sugar growers who lost their livelihoods due to Mexico’s lack of water deliveries.


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McCaul praises passage of Water Resources Development Act

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) praised the passage of the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) from the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. This legislation aims to support and protect critical water resources and infrastructure across the United States and Texas.


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McCaul criticizes Biden administration over alleged ISIS smuggling operation

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, released a statement today addressing recent reports that an ISIS-affiliated smuggling network has brought over 400 illegal immigrants into the United States.