Congressman Tony Gonzales joined Terrell County Sheriff Thad Cleveland, a d Texas DPS Helicopter pilots Morris & Chavez, to see President Trump’s border security policies in action. Gonzales represents the largest border district in the U.S. House of Representatives, and through his seat on the House Homeland Security Committee advanced Mr. Trump’s border provisions in the "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act. 

“As a former resident of Galveston Island, preserving the health & beauty of its Coastal Waters is a mission close to my heart. The safe removal of abandoned boats is essential to the GLO’s efforts to protect marine life and our coastal communities," said Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, following the boat removals – and approximately 21,040 pounds of debris – from South Galveston County.

“Today – with a week remaining in the Special Session – the Texas Senate completed work on all the items on Gov. Abbott’s call. ​​​In one day, the Senate passed 10 bills, including a new Congressional Map, disaster preparedness and July 4th Flood Relief, and more. House Democrats face a simple choice: return to the Capitol and do the job they were elected to do, or continue their ‘vacation’ staging a media circus."

The Texas A&M Forest Service has raised the Wildland Fire Preparedness Level to Level 2, indicating that elevated fire danger is observed in some regions of the state. Texans are urged to implement wildfire prevention measures, including avoiding activities that may cause sparks or flames, making an emergency plan, following instructions from local officials, and keeping emergency supplies easily available.

The Mission is Clear: Return to the moon, go on to Mars – and do it fast, first & right. President Trump recognized this from the start. Early in his first term he signed the "NASA Transition Authorization Act of 2017" and the "Space Policy Directive-1," directing NASA to return to the moon – and go beyond. His actions reignited America. If China plants their flag first, they will set the rules for the moon and beyond, a scenario we cannot allow.

Miller said that other tools like the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT), which was used in fighting against the screwworm threat from the 1930s to the 1970s, will still play an important role, but it’s no longer enough. Miller said that relying only on sterile flies is outdated and that new and improved approaches are required. He said TDA Swormlure marks a new chapter in prevention, supported by science, intended for widespread use, and created with smarter tools and a stronger defense.

Senator Adam Hinojosa announced today that his office has secured Ten Commandments posters for every public school classroom in Senate District 27 to support full compliance with Senate Bill 10, recently signed into law by Governor Abbott during the 89th Texas Legislature. SB 10 requires public schools to display a framed or poster-sized copy of the Ten Commandments in each classroom.

Governor Greg Abbott joined the Vaqueros del Mar Texas Flood Relief Fund earlier today as they presented $25,000 checks – raised during last month’s “Strait to the Heart” benefit concert by Country Music Legend and Texas resident George Strait – to help assist families who suffered severe storm damage or lost their homes during the catastrophic Hill Country floods. The concert raised over $6 million dollars.

Since the devastating floods that swept through Central & West Texas on July 4th, my office and I have been working closely with local leaders and officials to ensure that residents in Texas's 11th Congressional District have access to the resources and assistance they need.  If you were impacted by the floods, there are just under 30 days left to apply for FEMA assistance. The deadline on Thursday, September 4th.

State Representative Carrie Isaac (R-District 73) has filed House Bill 250 during the 89th Texas Legislature’s First Special Session to address the urgent need for meaningful property tax reform. HB 250 promotes truth in taxation, reins in unchecked appraisal growth, and strengthens voter oversight of local spending, all while preserving essential services provided by local taxing districts.

“In 2017, Sen. Lois Kolkhorst and I were ahead of our time in addressing the issue of women’s privacy, passing legislation out of the Senate to keep men out of women’s restrooms and boys out of girls’ locker rooms and showers in schools. Unfortunately, under previous speakers, the bill never cleared the House.

U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) introduced the Facilitating Useful Loss Limitations to Help Our Unique Service Economy (FULL HOUSE) Act. This bipartisan bill restores professional gamblers ability to deduct 100% of their gambling losses, ensuring they are not unfairly taxed on phantom income.

Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock is reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday, which runs Friday, Aug. 8, through midnight Sunday, Aug. 10. During the three-day event, Texans can purchase a wide range of items tax-free, including most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks priced under $100.

Governor Abbott touted that Texas is the No. 1 state for jobs created by veteran-owned businesses—more than doubling the amount of those jobs since 2022. The Governor also highlighted Senate Bill 2308, which he signed into law to provide matching funds for research of ibogaine – an emerging treatment for neurological and mental health conditions. Governor Abbott emphasized that ibogaine shows promise in treating opioid addiction and other behavioral health conditions, especially those affecting veterans.

U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) introduced the Fiscal Accountability for Interest on Reserves (FAIR) Act to eliminate the Federal Reserve’s authority to pay interest on bank reserves. Since 2008, the Federal Reserve’s policy of paying interest on bank reserves has resulted in more than $580 billion in payouts to banks. Companion legislation was introduced in the House by Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio-08).

Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Chairman Bryan Daniel was recently appointed to serve as President of the NYSE Texas. He will conclude his service to TWC on August 10, 2025. Bryan Daniel was originally appointed by Governor Greg Abbott on July 29, 2019, to represent the interests of the public on TWC’s three-member Commission. During his six years with TWC, Chairman Daniel championed the growth of Texas’ workforce and spearheaded strategies to support the state’s business climate.

Governor Greg Abbott today filed an emergency petition in the Supreme Court of Texas seeking to remove from office Texas State Representative Gene Wu, the ringleader of the derelict Democrats who fled the state to break quorum. The lawsuit also spotlights how Wu and other Texas House Democrats appear to have solicited and received certain benefits in exchange for skipping a vote, further supporting their removal from office and allegations of bribery.  

After years of reckless taxing and spending, we’ve returned to real economic leadership under President Trump. Our GDP is climbing as the American economy grew by three percent in the second quarter. Inflation is under control, consumer confidence is up, and wages are rising. Thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill, American families are keeping more of their hard-earned money in their pockets.

Eileen Cunningham is a mother of four and grandmother of three with another on the way. The wife of "Goose" Cunningham -- when you are from Hazelwood, everyone has a nickname -- possesses the unique quality of bringing people together to form communities. How? The natural athlete coached girls' hockey, track and field, cross country and basketball at the school her children attended when no one else stepped up.

Reports indicate that many absentee Texas House Democrats have solicited or received funds to evade conducting legislative business and casting votes. Under the Texas Penal Code, any of those Democrats who solicit, accept, or agree to accept such funds to assist in the violation of legislative duties or for purposes of skipping a vote may have violated bribery laws. Also, it could be a bribery violation for any other person who offers, provides, or agrees to provide such funds to fleeing Democrat House members.