Congresswoman Garcia Secures Key Provisions in Major Housing Package
housing crisis. The package includes three provisions authored by Congresswoman Garcia. “Too many people in my district
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As Trump Administration Sets Up $1.8 Billion Slush Fund To Funnel Money to Trump Allies Committing Crimes on Behalf of the President, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Introduces Bill To Prohibit Self-Dealing Settlements
Trump would control a five-member commission with authority to approve awards, retain power to fire members without
Congresswoman Crockett Introduces STOP TRUMP Act to Prevent Taxpayer-Funded Political Payoffs
repayment of any unlawfully distributed federal funds and authorize the Treasury Department and Department of Justice to recover
As Federal Courts Threaten Telehealth Access to Abortion Pill, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher and Congressman Pat Ryan Reintroduce Legislation To Protect It
Freedom Act makes clear that the FDA’s authority is real and that no state can override
Congressman Gonzalez Urges Acting Secretary of the Navy to Prioritize Facility Upgrades at NAS Kingsville
Committee begins to craft the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027. Today’s letter in full
Rep. Menefee Votes Against FISA That Targets Black and Brown Communities
that would extend the federal government’s surveillance authority under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), the bill
Congresswoman Escobar Statement on FISA Reauthorization Bill
enacted in recent years have been moving this authority in the right direction, but there are still serious … concerns about how broad this authority is and how it can be used, particularly when it involves collecting
NEWS: Casar, Riley Introduce Bill to Crack Down on Utilities Overcharging Consumers
when presenting rate proposals to the state regulatory authority... Cracks down on the building of unnecessary projects that … former Chairman of Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority. “The Lowering Utility Bills Act would save consumers money
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher and Congressman Troy Carter Introduce Legislation To Rein In Rogue EPA
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin's authority to terminate federal grants and abandon enforcement actions that … science and public health—often without legal authority and always without accountability," said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher . "The ZELDIN
Castro, Casten, Van Hollen, Kaine Demand Transparency from Trump Administration on United States-Venezuela Energy Deal
Trump’s executive order gives his administration unprecedented authority over Venezuelan oil supply, writing, “This gives senior Trump
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes To Require President To Follow Constitution
Congress explicitly makes a declaration of war or authorizes use of military force against Iran. "The United States … Constitution provides that Congress has the sole authority and solemn responsibility to declare war. President Trump, however
Congressman Gonzalez Joins House Armed Services Hearing to Advocate for Facility Upgrades and Job Security at Coastal Bend Military Installations
Services Committee (HASC) begins crafting the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez
Rep. Cuellar Reintroduces Legislation to Stop Bad Actors From Entering the U.S.
Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program (BITMAP) Authorization Act, which would authorize a successful Department of Homeland Security … threats before they reach our communities. The BITMAP Authorization Act will help us identify dangerous individuals earlier, expand
Democrats Launch Inquiry into Weaponization of IRS
What statutory exception under Section 6103 authorized each such disclosure? For Department of Justice and Treasury employees invoking … with whom have they been shared, under what authority, and for what purpose? What steps are being taken
Castro Statement on Trump’s Funding Request for Iran War
this war under false pretenses and without congressional authorization. He claimed that Iran posed an imminent threat
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Announces More Than $18 Million in Congressional Funding For Projects Benefiting Texas’ Seventh Congressional District
ages with disabilities. For the Southwest Houston Redevelopment Authority , $2,000,000 to create a community resilience … health response infrastructure. For the City Park Redevelopment Authority, $1,000,000 for the 12th Street Drainage Project
Rep. Jasmine Crockett Demands Answers on Alleged Discrimination in Military Promotions
pressed Department of Defense leadership to clarify: What authority was used to alter a vetted promotion list Whether
Doggett, Schakowsky Introduce Brand New “Safe Staffing Saves Lives Act”
urging the Biden Administration to use its authority under the Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987 to establish
Congressman Vicente Gonzalez Urges Release of South Texas DACA Recipients in ICE Detention
friends, family, and neighbors who hold work authorization, contribute to our communities, strive to build stable lives
Johnson Introduces Bill Requiring DHS to Maintain Communication with Congressional Offices During Shutdowns
this administration regarding the scope of their oversight authority and the role of the agency during a lapse … funding. Johnson’s bill seeks to clarify the authority of Members of Congress and their staff to conduct
Congressman Vicente Gonzalez Introduces Bill to End Warrantless Immigration Raids
permitting Federal officers to enter homes without authorization. The full bill text can be found here . Issues : Border
Congresswoman Escobar Announces Class of 2030 U.S. Service Academy Nominees
service academy, applicants must be nominated by an authorized nominating source, which includes Members of Congress. Admission
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes To Require President To Follow Constitution
Congress explicitly makes a declaration of war or authorizes use of military force against Iran. "The United States … Constitution provides that Congress has the sole authority and solemn responsibility to declare war. President Trump, however
Congressman Al Green Calls for Reconvening of Congress to Take Up War Powers Resolution Sponsored by Khanna and Massie
answers. Among my many questions are: By what authority has the President committed the country to war without
Castro Statement on Iran Strikes
This war is being conducted without legal authorization, or consultation with the Congress. When the Congress returns