Family
Republicans must come together to stand for policies that strengthen the core of society: The traditional family. Marriage must be protected. Life must be respected. Liberals suggest the policies we embrace are “divisive wedge issues,” but they could not be more wrong. Policies that strengthen the family are essential to a GOP that keeps its core conservative principles.
November 8th, 2021
This timeless Texas classic is known for many things, including annual competitions sure to cook up delicious entries. From Flatonia to Galveston to Pflugerville, the Lone Star State is known for hosting some of the best...
October 29th, 2021
Active-duty servicemembers are not the only ones making sacrifices for our freedoms - their families are too. It is our responsibility to provide them with the support they need while their loved ones are in the line of duty...
October 21st, 2021
On Wednesday I spoke on the House floor to highlight October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. As a child, I spent time in domestic violence shelters after me and my mother left an abusive home.Watch my full...
September 27th, 2021
She lost her life in the line of duty which serves as a solemn reminder of the selfless sacrifices that law enforcement officers and their families make each day.
September 13th, 2021
On Saturday, I issued the following statement on the twentieth anniversary of 9/11.
September 13th, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says the state has placed rescue teams and resources in the Houston area and along the Texas Gulf Coast.
August 18th, 2021
If you have a loved one that is trapped there, the best information we have is to do the following immediately.
August 6th, 2021
I am introducing this bill not to discourage vaccine distribution but to put a check on federally funded institutions forcing minors to be vaccinated to participate in education.
July 20th, 2021
Keep your saddle oiled and your gun greased because the “National Day of the Cowboy” – the fourth Saturday in July – is finally here.
July 1st, 2021
As an increasing number of Texans get vaccinated against COVID-19, most voters here are returning to their pre-pandemic lives — or something close to it — after a year of living carefully, according to the University of...
November 8th, 2021
To all of our Nation’s Veterans—whether you fought in Afghanistan, Vietnam, or wherever your service took you, this country stands with you.
October 25th, 2021
The Houston Astros earned yet another trip to the World Series, beating the Boston Red Sox 5-0 in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series.
October 14th, 2021
Often listed among the Safest and Best Places to Live in America, this city strives to serve its citizens at every stage of life — from young families buying their first homes, to empty-nesters who cannot imagine living...
September 24th, 2021
I sent a letter to the Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin asking them to help the family members of U.S. servicemembers who are currently trapped in Afghanistan, and for details on what...
September 13th, 2021
As we remember those who lost their lives 20 years ago today, we also mourn the 2,448 American service members who gave their lives in Afghanistan and those additional 12 Marines and one Navy Corpsman a few weeks ago,...
August 31st, 2021
Recent severe weather events serve as a reminder that we must take all necessary steps to prepare for the next natural disaster. Taking common sense steps to protect our households and communities is critical to saving lives...
August 12th, 2021
This vital piece of legislation will give children and their families access to proper medical care from the very start to give the child a fighting chance. I am proud to be a voice for the most vulnerable among us.
July 30th, 2021
The U.S. continues to lead all countries with 30 medals at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. But the country’s most decorated gymnast has exited competition due to stress and concerns over her own well-being.
July 15th, 2021
It’s clear that there were catastrophic failures at multiple levels of law enforcement, including federal agents who should’ve taken action and willfully neglected to do so.
June 30th, 2021
Many questions still remain on the feasibility and financing of this project, and I will continue to fight against anything that would grant this company the ability to seize property without the consent of landowners.