The Bullock Texas State History Museum is proud to join museums nationwide in participating in the "Blue Star Museums Program" from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day, which provides free admission to the nation's active-duty military personnel and their families during the summer. Blue Star children will also receive a special gift in the Bullock Museum Store. Here are the details...

​​​​​​​"Granting Texas Central Railroad the extraordinary power to seize 240 miles of private property will only devastate 1,000s of landowners, and the communities in which they live. The truth is, Texas Central is lightyears away from obtaining essential permits from the federal government – and has not proved they can pay for this boondoggle," said Congressmen Kevin Brady, Jake Ellzey & Michael McCaul.

"Texas is currently being hit 3rd hardest of any state in the nation by the baby formula shortage – with 52% of formula out of stock. This is unacceptable, and I’m calling on President Biden and his Food & Drug Administration to do whatever it takes to address this crisis – immediately and with real urgency. Texas families are struggling,” said Cruz, as 43% of formula is out of stock nationwide.

“Texas employers continue to look for skilled & trained employees as businesses expand or relocate in Texas. The Adult Education & Literacy Program is another way to upskill the current workforce and meet the growing needs of Texas' employers,” said TWC Commissioner Aaron Demerson of the initiatives, which provide free vouchers for Texans 21 years of age or older to take the GED exam.

Since the launch of "Operation Lone Star," Texas' multi-agency efforts have led to more than 246,000 migrant apprehensions, along with more than 15,000 criminal arrests — including over 12,400 felony charges. Over 4,800 weapons and over $38 million in currency have been seized. In the fight against fentanyl, DPS has seized over 344 million lethal doses throughout the state.

The Energy Workforce & Technology Council presented Texas Cong. Kevin Brady with their "Champion of Energy Award" at a Washington, D.C. luncheon last week, during which Brady was honored for his relentless commitment to the Oil Field Services & the Domestic Energy Sector Industries. Brady has long been a warrior for low taxation, energy independence, and the American worker.

This grant funding will help Victoria College purchase and install healthcare training equipment, including a trauma simulation manikin, simulated defibrillator, and additional training devices to prepare students to achieve an Associate Degree in Nursing, creating a pathway toward Registered Nurse certification.

When Congress passed – and former President Donald Trump signed into law the Tax Cuts of 2017, most sensible economists knew and predicted they would work. Cutting corporate taxes from 35%-to-21% gave Americans an incentive to invest. And, the tax cuts have overperformed... in 2022 Corporate Income Tax Revenues will be even higher than they would have been without the tax cut.

"Mothers and fathers are staring at empty grocery store shelves in a panic, yet the Biden White House is happy to provide formula to illegal immigrants. Our children deserve a president who puts their needs & survival first," said Gov. Greg Abbott & National Border Patrol Council President Brandon Judd, after reports showed formula being delivered to U.S. holding facilities during a nationwide crisis.

In May 2019, South Texas Cong. Tony Gonzales spent 23 days – 3 of which were in a coma – at the Brooke Army Medical Center after sustaining brain trauma & kidney failure due to improper intubation. Congressman Gonzales (TX-23) spoke on the House Floor Thursday in celebration of "National Nurses Week," and recognized the BAMC nurses "who brought me back to life.”

“Parents are speaking out across Texas and America more than ever – they want a stronger say in their child’s education. I'm in full support of Gov. Abbott’s statement that he'll support School Choice in the upcoming Legislative Session. We can support school choice, and at the same time create the best public education system in America. These issues are not in conflict," said Patrick.

“It’s troubling that the economy lost 353,000 workers last month, and that the labor force shrunk," said Cong. Kevin Brady after the Bureau of Labor Statistics released their April Jobs Report. "Its creating more pressure for higher prices, and is hammering small businesses. All warn of a painful recession ahead.”

"My bill will ensure that students are aware of the benefits of CTE programs, and will assist graduates with additional support as they enter the workforce or start their own businesses. America's in critical need of skilled professionals, and now more than ever our country needs more plumbers, electricians, mechanics, and healthcare workers," said Congressman Roger Williams.

"Harvard and the University of North Carolina indisputably use race as an important consideration in deciding whom to admit. Evidence suggests, in fact, that the challenged admissions policies may strive for racial balancing — an aim that is unconstitutional on its face," said the filing organized by Sen. Ted Cruz and Congresswoman Michelle Steel, which included a total of 82 legislators.

Since the launch of "Operation Lone Star" by Gov. Greg Abbott in mid-September of 2021, the multi-agency effort has led to more than 242,000 Migrant Apprehensions, more than 14,000 Criminal Arrests, more than 12,000 Felony Charges, as well as the seizure of over 4,700 Weapons and more than $38 million in Currency being confiscated. Now the Texas National Guard must prepare for even more.

“VA employees should not have to face losing their livelihoods over a personal medical decision – particularly when evidence shows the COVID-19 vaccine does not prevent contraction or transmission,” wrote Cong. Chip Roy, demanding that the Dept. of Veterans Affairs Sect. Denis McDonough explain the Biden Administration's decision to mandate vaccines for VA employees.

Nearly  500,000 Texans will benefit from the settlement, whom Intuit misled into purchasing its tax products when they were already eligible to file their taxes for free. Eligible Texas consumers should begin receiving their restitution payments within the next few months.  

"There are proposals for high-speed rail projects in Texas that do not have necessary Permits & Authorizations from federal agencies to begin construction and operate in compliance with U.S. safety regulations,” wrote Cong. Kevin Brady and some of his fellow Members from Texas and California, where federally-driven high speed rail projects continue to languish with cost over-runs and delays.

"Our state and our economy continue to reach new heights thanks to your efforts, and by working together, we will continue to keep Texas the best state to live, to work, and to raise a family," said Gov. Abbott, explaining how the Texas economy is the economic engine of America, with a highly skilled workforce and the endless business opportunities existing right here in the Lone Star State.

​​​​​​​“You can't simply label as ‘disinformation’ all speech you disagree with – or find politically damaging to your cause – and expect Americans to tolerate the government telling them what they can think or say,”  said Texas Att. Gen. Ken Paxton, joining several other states in insisting Homeland Security Sect. Alejandro Mayorkas immediately disband the 1st Amendment threat & policing of Free Speech.