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Summit for Emerging American Leaders set for September
By Houston Daily | Aug 28, 2024
The fourth annual youth summit, the Summit for Emerging American Leaders (SEAL), will be held on September 7, 2024, at the Glenn Performing Arts Center at the John Cooper School. The event aims to engage high school students with national leaders on pressing issues in America and provide an opportunity to earn a Congressional Certificate of Success.
Houston appoints Sandy Gaw as public library director
By Houston Daily | Aug 28, 2024
Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Sandy Gaw as the new Director of the Houston Public Library.
McCaul comments on Zuckerberg's admission of Biden-Harris administration's censorship
By Houston Daily | Aug 27, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) issued a statement regarding a letter from Mark Zuckerberg to the House Judiciary Committee, in which Zuckerberg admitted that the Biden-Harris administration pressured Meta to censor free speech.
Federal aid extended after hurricane impacts more Texan regions
By Houston Daily | Aug 23, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the federal government has updated the Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Beryl to include 10 additional Texas counties. These counties are now eligible for reimbursement for permanent work through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Public Assistance program.
Governor Abbott sets special election date for Texas House District 56
By Houston Daily | Aug 20, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation today announcing that the special election for Texas House District 56 will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. This election aims to fill the unexpired term in the Texas House of Representatives.
Congressman Luttrell underscores urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures
By Houston Daily | Aug 20, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the only member in the House of Representatives to serve on two cyber subcommittees, penned an op-ed in the Huntsville Item highlighting how cyber threats are evolving rapidly and the need to prioritize cybersecurity with urgency.
Houston celebrates return of local Olympians from Paris 2024 Games
By Houston Daily | Aug 20, 2024
The City of Houston has launched a citywide celebration to honor local athletes returning from the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
McCaul praises major semiconductor chip investment deal
By Houston Daily | Aug 19, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) released a statement regarding the announcement that the U.S. Department of Commerce and Texas Instruments have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms for up to $1.6 billion in direct funding through McCaul’s CHIPS for America Act. The funds will be matched with more than $18 billion in private investment from Texas Instruments, much of which will go toward expanding its semiconductor manufacturing operations in Sherman, Texas.
Congresswoman De La Cruz hosts inaugural South Texas Water Working Group meeting
By Houston Daily | Aug 15, 2024
The first South Texas Water Working Group meeting occurred Thursday, August 15. Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz hosted the meeting, which featured community, government, and farming industry representatives from across the 15th District of Texas.
Luttrell joins HSI Houston office for anti-human trafficking panel
By Houston Daily | Aug 14, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) met with the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Houston Office, along with representatives from local schools, law enforcement, and community organizations, to participate in a panel discussion focused on combatting human trafficking and child exploitation. The event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders dedicated to addressing the ongoing challenges posed by human trafficking in the community.
Congressman Luttrell criticizes FDA's decision on MDMA use for PTSD treatment
By Houston Daily | Aug 9, 2024
Congressman Luttrell expresses disappointment over FDA's rejection of MDMA for PTSD treatment
Congressmen introduce bill targeting illicit pill presses amid fentanyl crisis
By Houston Daily | Aug 7, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressmen Dan Crenshaw (TX-02) and Josh Harder (CA-09) introduced H.R. 9258—the Disrupt Fentanyl Pill Production Act. This legislation aims to end counterfeit pill operations, one of the most nefarious aspects of the fentanyl epidemic. If passed, H.R. 9258 will empower law enforcement agencies to trace pill presses used by cartels and other criminal enterprises to mass-produce illicit drugs sold on American streets.
Congresswoman announces new group to tackle South Texas water issues
By Houston Daily | Aug 6, 2024
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has announced the formation of the South Texas Water Working Group, a collaborative initiative aimed at addressing water challenges in South Texas communities. This effort reflects Congresswoman De La Cruz's commitment to working with local leaders to develop and implement long-term solutions for water sustainability and security in the region.
Luttrell leads bipartisan push for MDMA-assisted therapy approval
By Houston Daily | Aug 5, 2024
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) and 60 other Members of the House of Representatives have sent a bipartisan letter to President Biden and administration officials, emphasizing the need for new treatments for PTSD and advocating for MDMA-Assisted Therapy (MDMA-AT) as a potential solution to prevent suicide among veterans. The letter, co-led by Reps. Bergman (MI-01), Correa (CA-46), and Panetta (CA-19), also urges the FDA to rely on scientific evidence in its forthcoming decision on MDMA-AT approval, expected within the next week.
McCaul criticizes Biden-Harris policies after reported release of suspected terrorists
By Houston Daily | Aug 5, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Homeland Security, released a statement today addressing a House Judiciary Committee report. The report highlights concerns about the Biden-Harris administration's border policies and their impact on national security.
Houston appoints J. Noe Diaz as new police chief
By Houston Daily | Aug 3, 2024
Today, Mayor John Whitmire announced the appointment of J. Noe Diaz as the new Chief of Police for the Houston Police Department.
Lawmakers urge Biden-Harris administration to approve LNG export permits
By Houston Daily | Aug 1, 2024
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) has joined the co-chairs of the House Energy Export Caucus, including Congressman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas), and a bipartisan group of 50 representatives in urging the Biden-Harris administration to authorize liquified natural gas (LNG) export permits. This call follows a federal judge's decision to block the administration’s ban on new permits.
House passes Congressman Wesley Hunt's Royalty Resiliency Act
By Houston Daily | Aug 1, 2024
On August 1, 2024, Congressman Wesley Hunt's legislation H.R. 7377, known as The Royalty Resiliency Act, passed the House. This bill amends the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act of 1982 to improve the management of royalties from oil and gas leases.
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.