This week, a seemingly normal young man-turned radical militant attacked military facilities in Tennessee, killing four Marines. These warriors, who devoted their lives to protecting America against enemies around the world, were tragically gunned down right here at home. Read more about Congressman Ted Poe Statement on Tennessee Terrorist Attack
I sent a letter to IRS Commissioner John Koskinen Thursday asking him to confirm that his agency will respect America’s longstanding principle of religious liberty in light of the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Obergefell v. Hodges requiring a nationwide redefinition of marriage. As Chief Justice John Roberts noted in his dissent to the decision, the majority’s ruling “creates serious questions about religious liberty.” Read more about Sen. Cruz: IRS Must Respect Americans’ Religious Liberty
Mark your calendars now so you don't miss my annual Veterans Summit August 12 at Texas A&M Corpus Christi. Participating groups will include the Corpus Christi A&M Student Veterans Organization and the Concerned Veterans of America. This event is open to the public and will include resources and services available to veterans. Watch for more details in the coming weeks. Read more about Upcoming Veterans Summit in Corpus Christi
There has been a lot of discussion about the 84th Legislature's failure to pass Representative Craddick's HB 80. Having worked for the Legislature during the recent Session, I saw and still see the issue of texting and driving differently than Rep. Craddick. To be clear, I do not think that it is good social policy for anyone to text and drive. Read more about Five Reasons Why I Oppose Anti-Texting Laws
It's exciting to witness the tremendous economic growth we're experiencing here in Texas. Our state continues to lead the nation in economic growth and opportunity.
A great example of that growth is Cheniere Energy's plans to build an $11 billion liquefied natural gas terminal in Corpus Christi and then expanding the plan by $6-7 billion before even breaking ground. This project will increase jobs locally and further bolster our economy. Read more about Cheniere to Expand, Increasing Jobs in Texas
The enhanced prediction of severe weather events is of great importance in protecting the public from injury and loss of property. My home state of Texas has seen record breaking flooding that caused widespread damage and loss of many lives in my district. Read more about Congressman Lamar Smith Advocates for Improved Weather Forecasting
This week, a seemingly normal young man-turned radical militant attacked military facilities in Tennessee, killing four Marines. These warriors, who devoted their lives to protecting America against enemies around the world, were tragically gunned down right here at home. 
I sent a letter to IRS Commissioner John Koskinen Thursday asking him to confirm that his agency will respect America’s longstanding principle of religious liberty in light of the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Obergefell v. Hodges requiring a nationwide redefinition of marriage. As Chief Justice John Roberts noted in his dissent to the decision, the majority’s ruling “creates serious questions about religious liberty.” 
Mark your calendars now so you don't miss my annual Veterans Summit August 12 at Texas A&M Corpus Christi. Participating groups will include the Corpus Christi A&M Student Veterans Organization and the Concerned Veterans of America. This event is open to the public and will include resources and services available to veterans. Watch for more details in the coming weeks. 
There has been a lot of discussion about the 84th Legislature's failure to pass Representative Craddick's 
Sanders and Trump have shaken up the party establishment, and as Instapundit Glenn Reynolds observed, 
A clerk in a convenience store in southwest Houston shot two armed robbers and saved his co-worker’s life Monday night. The injured robbers escaped in a waiting car. They later died at an area hospital. 
Donald Trump has been losing business left and right because of his harsh rhetoric on immigration. He’s also been 
It's exciting to witness the tremendous economic growth we're experiencing here in Texas. Our state continues to lead the nation in economic growth and opportunity.
The enhanced prediction of severe weather events is of great importance in protecting the public from injury and loss of property. My home state of Texas has seen record breaking flooding that caused widespread damage and loss of many lives in my district. 
