“I have full confidence that Dr. Wilkes will be a responsible steward of the money from these settlements, and will recommend strategies that best address the ongoing crisis," said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick upon announcing the appointment of Dr. Denise Wilkes to the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council, which manages the distribution of state funds to remediate the opioid crisis in Texas.

“President Biden’s war on American energy production is having devastating results for everyone – in Texas for the Oil & Gas Workers, to families just trying to drive to school and work," said Sen. Ted Cruz as he and a number of other key Senators introduced two bills to increase production & development of the U.S.'s vast energy resources that are being blocked by Biden's White House.

Texas added 62,800 total nonagricultural jobs in April 2022, as the state set new employment highs for the 6th consecutive month as total nonfarm jobs reached 13,284,500. Texas has added a total of 742,000 positions since April 2021.

"Its unacceptable that agency miscalculations have restricted access to secure & reliable domestic oil & gas production through substantial, unnecessary, and arbitrary delays." said Sen. Ted Cruz and 19 of his fellow Senators, calling on President Biden to stop his lease permit blockages by the National Marine Fisheries administrators and bring additional oil and gas production online.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has announced new leadership for both the Governor's Child Sex Trafficking Team, and the Sexual Assault Survivors' Task Force – two programs in the Governor’s Public Safety Office – appointing Hillary England as Director of Trafficking & Sexual Violence Prevention Programs, as well as Todd Latiolais and Nicole Martinez to new positions.

"In Congress, we’re the ones who write the laws – that means rising above partisan politics and finding bi-partisan situations. I urge the Democrat leadership to take up legislation like ours to get to the root of this challenge and pass a real solution,” said Democrat Cong. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan, who along with Texas Republican Tony Gonzales introduced two bills to prevent immigrant surges at the Southern Border.

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.