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    Congressman Ellzey Appointed to Defense Appropriations Subcommittee

    WASHINGTON — In a recent announcement, House Appropriations Chairwoman Kay Granger revealed that Rep. Jake Ellzey from Texas will be transitioning to the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee. This move comes in preparation for the Committee's hearings on the President's Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Request.Expressing her confidence in the appointment, Chairwoman Granger stated, “I am pleased to announce that I have appointed Jake Ellzey - Congressman from the great state of Texas - to the Defense Subcommittee. A former fighter pilot with 20 years of experience in the...

  • Local Government

    Congressman Ellzey Status Report 3/11/2024

    Mar 11 2024In recent legislative actions, Congressman Ellzey and the House of Representatives have made significant strides in various areas. The congressman's office released a status report detailing the latest developments:The House passed H.R. 7511, known as the Laken Riley Act, which focuses on immigration enforcement. The bill mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security detain aliens charged with theft offenses until they can be removed from the country. This initiative stems from the tragic case of Laken Riley's alleged killer.Another notable achievement...

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    Congressman Ellzey Criticizes President Biden's State of the Union Address

    Congressman Ellzey Criticizes President Biden's State of the Union AddressIn a statement released on March 8, 2024, Congressman Ellzey expressed his views on President Biden's recent State of the Union Address. Ellzey highlighted the historical significance of the State of the Union Address, stating, "The State of the Union Address is a sacred tradition in our country dating back to 1790 when President George Washington addressed Congress for the first time."The Congressman criticized President Biden for failing to use the address to unite the country, stating, "Instead...

  • Local Government

    House Passes the Consolidated Appropriations Act

    WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives has approved the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, H. Res. 1061, in a significant move that impacts various sectors. The bill, passed on March 6th, allocates funds for several key areas, including Agriculture, Rural Development, the Food and Drug Administration, Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Transportation.Among the notable aspects of the Consolidated Appropriations Act are substantial budget cuts across different government...

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    Rep. Bell receives campaign donation from billionaire ‘family friendly drag show’ supporter

    Rep. Gregory Keith Bell received a $70,608.82 donation from HEB grocery tycoon Charles Butt’s Education PAC after voting against school choice.

  • Local Government

    House Passes H.R. 6591 – the Encouraging Success Act

    In a recent legislative move, Congressman Ellzey, along with his colleagues, has successfully passed H.R. 6591 – the Encouraging Success Act. The bill aims to address issues within the Small Business Administration's 8(a) program, specifically focusing on the asset threshold that can impact small businesses' ability to compete in the market.Congressman Ellzey highlighted the significance of the bill by stating, "This bill helps solve this situation and encourages the success of small businesses by compelling the SBA Administrator to review the qualification caps with...

  • Local Government

    House Passes H.R. 5585 – Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act

    The House of Representatives has passed H.R. 5585, also known as the Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act. This legislation aims to provide law enforcement authorities with the necessary tools to prosecute and punish criminals who intentionally fail to yield to Border Patrol agents and law enforcement officials assisting the Border Patrol.In a statement, Congressman Ellzey expressed his support for the bill, emphasizing the importance of protecting American citizens. He said, "The number one job of any government is the protection of her citizens. Right now, the federal...

  • Local Government

    Congressman Ellzey Joins Amicus Brief in Trump v. Anderson Case

    Congressman Ellzey has added his support to a Supreme Court amicus brief in the case of Donald J. Trump v. Norma Anderson. The case revolves around whether former President Donald Trump should remain on the ballot in the State of Colorado, despite being the leading candidate for the Republican Party's Presidential nomination. The Colorado Supreme Court had previously decided to remove him from the ballot, a decision that has sparked controversy and legal action.In a statement, Congressman Ellzey expressed his belief that the American people, not the court system, should...

  • Health

    Dallas doctor: 'If the opening is becoming obstructed, then the sinus stays either infected or at least inflamed'

    During the winter, sinus infection rates increase. While there are a number of home remedies available, if symptoms persist for longer than 10 days, it's best to see a specialist.

  • Local Government

    Congressman Ellzey Opposes Federal Grant for Amtrak and Texas Central Railway

    On December 8th, Congressman Ellzey expressed his opposition to the Federal Railroad Administration's grant of over $2.1 billion to Amtrak and its partners for the expansion of Amtrak services across the United States. The grant includes a $500,000 study grant for the proposed Texas High-Speed Rail Corridor in partnership with Texas Central Railway.In a statement, Congressman Ellzey voiced his concerns about the project, particularly the use of eminent domain powers and the impact on the 6th district of Texas. He stated, "I will never support private companies abusing...

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