Congressman Michael T. McCaul
Texas Insider Report: WASHINGTON D.C. America lost a true hero this weekend. After fighting his entire life for the ideals for which America was founded Senator John McCain passed away after a long-fought battle with brain cancer. It was a battle he fought bravely and fiercely like the ones he fought in Vietnam and later in Congress on the Senate floor.
He was the true example of an American hero he was the embodiment of patriotism. I had the tremendous privilege of serving with him at the Munich Security Conference and will always treasure those memories. Linda and I are sending our thoughts and prayers to Senator McCains family friends and loved ones. May he rest in peace.
Harvey Roundtable
I met with constituents and local officials in Katy to discuss where we are with our rebuilding efforts one year after Hurricane Harvey hit. In the past year we have made tremendous strides in our recovery. My top priority from the beginning has been to find the best infrastructure solution on Cypress Creek to mitigate future flooding. I am proud to say the Army Corps of Engineers
approved the study for a solution and my bill to expedite this process passed the House. I continue to stand by willing to help however my office can as we continue to move forward further recover and push for infrastructure solutions to mitigate future flooding.
Following this roundtable discussion I held a press conference with Katy Mayor Chuck Brawner Katy City Administrator Byron Hebert Katy Police Chief Bill Hastings Katy Fire Chief Rusty Wilson and Katy Emergency Management Coordinator Greg Goedecker.
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Army Futures Command Activation Ceremony
I was honored to attend the Army Futures Command Activation ceremony in Austin. I cannot think of a better home for the center than the booming tech-hub of Austin which already has close ties to the U.S. Armed Forces. While it will provide more jobs to TX-10 our innovative environment will also ensure our nations military remains the best of the best. Im proud to have been apart of the efforts to bring this important center for tech innovation in our military to Texas and our district.
AJC Houston
I met with members of AJC Houston; a great organization that does global advocacy work to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel. We had a great conversation about our foreign policy and the importance of defending human rights. Specifically we discussed Assads humanitarian crisis in Syria and H.R. 380 the
IRGC Terrorist Designation Act legislation I introduced to hold those who conduct or facilitate business with the IRGC accountable.
Houstons Cybersecurity Four Year Plan
I met with officials with the City of Houston to learn about their four-year plan to secure the city from cyber threats. I offered my assistance to the city to help streamline the project as it prepares to host major upcoming events city-wide. As Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security I have long focused on making sure we improve our cybersecurity capabilities on state and local levels across the county.
Presidents Announcement on Updated Trade Deal with Mexico
I am encouraged by President Trumps announcement of an updated trade agreement with Mexico today. There is no doubt that we need improved trade agreements for the 21st century to promote the best interests of Americas small businesses farmers and workers. I look forward to reviewing the agreement in full to ensure that it promotes robust trade between Texas and Mexico. I hope todays announcement also highlights the importance of swiftly working with our close ally Canada to find similar common ground.
Legislative Update
Last week Members were in their districts for a District Work Period. There were no votes held in the House last week.
This week Members will continue to be in their districts for a District Work Period. As such there are no votes expected in the House.
As always I encourage you to visit my website
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