Congressman Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) joined Congressman Juan Ciscomani (R-Ariz.) in a bipartisan effort to get the U.S. Army to review regulations that prevent eligible veterans and service members from receiving one of our nation’s most distinguished military honors, the Purple Heart. A Purple Heart is given to current and former members of the Armed Forces who have been wounded or killed as a result of enemy action while serving.  

Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has introduced bicameral legislation to prevent the federal government from imposing burdensome restrictions on how Americans can invest into their self-directed 401Ks. the "Financial Freedom Act of 2025" would prevent overreaching and burdensome restrictions on investments made in a self-directed 401(k) account and prohibits the Department of Labor from limiting the types of investments that self-directed 401(k) account investors can choose to invest through a brokerage window.

President Donald Trump has signed Executive Orders to revitalize the use of coal as an American energy source. The orders signal an end to the Biden/Obama-era coal moratorium, and directs federal agencies to encourage coal powered development. “President Trump is fulfilling his promise to drive down energy prices, and make America Energy dominant again by revitalizing American coal production,” said RRC Commissioner Wayne Christian.

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding the Lone Star State's business owners that April 15th is the deadline to file Property Tax Renditions with their County Appraisal Districts, and that different deadlines apply for certain regulated property. A rendition allows property owners to record their opinion of their property’s value, and if property was damaged by storm, flood or fire last year, could lower an owners’ final tax bills for 2025. Here's how...

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced the Facilitate Lower Atmospheric Released Emissions (FLARE) Act. By promoting on-site energy generation, the bill decentralizes electricity sources and strengthens grid resiliency during periods of high demand or extreme weather. The Facilitate Lower Atmospheric Released Emissions (FLARE) Act makes permanent the 100% bonus depreciation for equipment used to intake natural gas and transforms it into electricity, and other productive uses.

Month after month, the Trump administration continues to prove that deterrence works. In March, U.S. Customs and Border Protection reported a historic low of approximately 7,180 illegal border crossings — a dramatic reduction from the monthly average of 155,000 during President Biden's tenure. As someone who has worked on border security issues for more than 25 years, I have never seen crossings this low. This 95% decrease is a testament to the dedication of our brave border patrol agents and to President Trump’s strong immigration policies.

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation announcing Tuesday, November 4, 2025 as the special election date to fill the 18th Congressional District seat vacated by the late Congressman Sylvester Turner. Candidates who wish to have their names placed on the special election ballot must file their applications with the Secretary of State no later than 5:00 PM on September 3, 2025. Early voting will begin Monday, October 20, 2025.

For too long, foreign nations have taken advantage of weak U.S. trade agreements – offshoring our jobs, crippling supply chains, and eroding the backbone of the American Middle Class. That ends now. By declaring foreign trade abuses a National Emergency, President Trump's putting an end to that exploitation with his Executive Order to impose new tariffs and defend American jobs. Friday's jobs report for March blew expectations out of the water – adding nearly double the pace of January & February – and the private sector is surging.

“Today’s lawyers have a role to play – by getting involved, the next generation will restore law and order in Texas and across the nation,” said Gov. Greg Abbott, drawing attention to Texas' 15th Court of Appeals which provides swift resolutions for complex commercial disputes in Texas. The event, moderated by UT Austin interim President Jim Davis and Texas Federalist Society President Jordan Lamb also discussed Texas’ historic border security mission, Operation Lone Star.

Methane emissions in Texas continue to decline in top oil and natural gas producing areas across the state, according to a new analysis released today by Texans for Natural Gas. No where was this more apparent than in the top producing region in West Texas and the nation, the Permian Basin.“Thanks to constant innovation and improvements in production processes, the oil & natural gas industry is making incredible progress protecting the environment,” said Todd Staples, president of the Texas Oil & Gas Association.

"Chairman Brad Buckley and the members of his committee worked around-the-clock to hear public testimony that lasted for nearly 24 hours. I thank them, as well as Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dustin Burrows, and Chairman Brandon Creighton, for their tireless work to empower Texas parents and students by providing school choice. I look forward to its swift passage in the Texas House and signing this bill into law.”

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued this statement today following the unanimous passage of Senate Bill 27, Establishing a Teacher Bill of Rights, by Sen. Brandon Creighton, R-Conroe: Senate Bill 27, by Sen. Brandon Creighton, establishes a teacher bill of rights to empower teachers and improve working conditions. If passed into law, teachers would have expanded authority to discipline students, respond to complaints against them, get notified of threats to their campus, and have more flexibility in their contracts.

U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) today introduced the Fog Observations and Geographic Forecasting Act (FOG Forecasting Act), bipartisan legislation to improve the National Weather Service’s (NWS) fog forecasting capabilities to enhance safety at America’s ports and help prevent costly shipping delays caused by dense fog. Better fog forecasts would reduce uncertainty, allowing ports to reopen sooner, get commerce moving, and reduce the economic costs of port closures.

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said his office has delivered about $254 million in financial assistance to rural law enforcement and prosecutor offices as part of a grant program providing supplemental salaries to sheriff’s departments, constable’s offices, and district and county attorney’s offices in eligible counties. The 88th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, enacted the Rural Law Enforcement Grant Program in Senate Bill 22, which appropriated $330 million for the 2024-25 biennium to fund the Comptroller-led program.

“Our Military Service Members and their families make tremendous sacrifices to preserve our safety, freedom and way of life. They deserve the freedom and flexibility to educate their children in alignment with their values and unique needs – they should never have to choose between serving our country and providing their children with a quality education. This will provide them the flexibility and options to support their way of life."

Governor Greg Abbott announced today that HHSC is awarding $6.25 million in grant funding to eligible rural community hospitals that serve . HHSC will award up to 25 Texas Rural Hospital Debt Reduction Grants, providing $250,000 for qualifying hospitals to improve their financial stability. HHSC provides grant funding and administers programs for rural hospitals in alignment with the Rural Hospital Services Strategic Plan, which helps rural Texans have access to hospital services.

An estimated 17 veterans die each day by suicide — and that is 17 too many. Our mission must be to eradicate suicide within the Veteran Community; anything less is unacceptable. These tragedies leave families devastated — mothers and fathers burying sons or daughters, spouses losing their partners, children growing up without parents, and a nation mourning. No one should have to endure such pain or carry that burden for the rest of their lives.

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said today that State Sales Tax Revenue totaled $3.68 billion in March, 2.7% less than in March 2024. The majority of March sales tax revenue is based on sales made in February and remitted in March. Total sales tax revenue for the three months ending in March 2025 was up 2.8% compared with the same period a year ago. Sales tax is the largest source of state funding for the state budget, accounting for 58% of all tax collections.

Governor Greg Abbott today touted the strength of the expanding Texas economy as new data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis shows the Texas economy growing at a faster rate than the nation as a whole. The state’s Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew at an annual rate of 3.5% in the fourth quarter, well ahead of the U.S. average of 2.4%.  For the full 2024 year, the Texas economy grew to an estimated $2.7 trillion in size — up from $2.6 trillion in 2023.

In a growing disparity across the United States, Texas – despite being one of the fastest-growing states in Population & Economic Output – receives only 2-3% of national venture capital investment. To keep Texas on the cutting edge, we must adopt and boldly pursue new strategies that empower entrepreneurs, strengthens local economies, and ensures Texas remains a national leader in innovation. ​​​​Texas has the talent, vision, and potential – It's time to ensure the necessary resources follow.