Rep. Christian Menefee Accepting Military Academy Nominations

August 26, 2026 Press Release HOUSTON, TX — Congressman Christian Menefee is accepting applications for Military Academy Nominations from students in Texas’s 18th Congressional District. Rep. Menefee is proud to have the opportunity to nominate outstanding students from our district to attend each of the nation’s service academies: U.S. Military Academy (USMA) U.S. Naval Academy (USNA) U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA). Each nomination gives students the opportunity to pursue a rigorous education while preparing for a career of leadership, service, and commitment to our country. The honor of attending a service academy comes with the obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation. Eligible applicants must generally be U.S. citizens, TX-18 residents, unmarried, and between the ages of 17 and 23, with some age requirements varying by academy. Applicants must also meet the eligibility requirements established by the respective service academies and be prepared to fulfill the service commitment associated with attending an academy. Applications are due October 2nd, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EST. Students interested in applying should review the full eligibility requirements, application materials, and instructions on Rep. Menefee’s official website before submitting their application. For questions about the nomination process, applicants may contact Yuroba.Harris@mail.house.gov or call (713) – 655- 0050 .