House Passes H.R. 7524 – the GSA Technology Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the U.S. House passed Congressman Pete Sessions' (TX-17) legislation, the GSA Technology Accountability Act (H.R. 7524) by unanimous consent. The bill, aimed at implementing oversight and transparency mechanisms into the General Services Administration's management of taxpayer-funded technology projects, received bipartisan support.Congressman Sessions introduced H.R. 7524 in response to concerning reports from the GSA Inspector General regarding the failed implementation of Login.gov, a government-created single-sign-on identity verification...
In 2022-23 school year, there were 1,927 economically disadvantaged students taught in Falls County schools
Schools in Falls County enrolled the 119th lowest number of students identified as economically disadvantaged in the state during the 2022-23 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.
- 2022: 11 coaches at institution in Hill County earned on average $38,766
- 36 coaches at institutions in McLennan County earned $671,727 on average in 2022
- 4,326 economically disadvantaged students were taught in Hill County schools in 2022-23 school year
- McLennan County schools enroll 28,452 economically disadvantaged students in 2022-23 school year
- How many companies in cities in McLennan County received FDA inspections in Q4 2023?
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Congressman Pete Sessions Votes for Impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas Over Border Security Failures
In a decisive vote today, Congressman Pete Sessions joined fellow House Republicans in impeaching Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The impeachment articles presented on the House floor highlight Secretary Mayorkas' consistent failure to enforce federal immigration laws, resulting in a deterioration of border security.A year-long investigation into Secretary Mayorkas' actions has revealed alarming statistics and a troubling pattern of behavior that undermines the integrity and safety of the United States borders. It was discovered that under...
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Sessions Leads Bicameral Inquiry into CCP-Linked Illegal Marijuana Operations in the United States
A bipartisan group of legislators, led by Congressman Pete Sessions (R-TX), has written a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland, raising concerns about Chinese Communist Party (CCP) affiliated marijuana cultivation operations in the United States. The letter, which was also signed by Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), Congressmen Jared Golden (D-ME), Senator Angus King (I-ME), and Congressman David Valadao (R-CA), along with 45 additional Members of Congress, highlights the increasing reports of CCP-affiliated marijuana farming operations and their connection to various...
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Sessions & Ricketts Introduce Resolution on Risks Related to High Potency THC Products
U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions and U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts have teamed up to introduce a joint concurrent resolution titled "Recognizing the Need for Research, Education, and Policy Development Regarding High-Potency Marijuana," also known as "Randy’s Resolution." The resolution aims to address the urgent need for comprehensive research into the health effects of high-potency marijuana products and advocate for the development of public educational programs. Named in memory of Randy Bacchus Jr., who tragically lost his life due to the use of high-potency marijuana, the...
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Congressman Sessions Joins Texas Delegation in Support of Governor Abbott's Border Security Efforts
Yesterday, Congressman Pete Sessions of Texas joined Congressman Roger Williams and 19 other members of the Texas Congressional delegation in expressing concern to Attorney General Merrick Garland about the ongoing legal challenge between the State of Texas and the Department of Justice (DOJ). The letter also expressed support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott's efforts and urged the DOJ to reconsider its lawsuit against the State of Texas challenging Senate Bill 4 (SB 4).SB 4, signed into law by Governor Abbott in December 2023, grants Texas the authority to arrest...
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Congressman Sessions Introduces Legislation to Protect Investor Autonomy and Enhance Market Flexibility
Washington, D.C.– Today, Congressman Pete Sessions (TX-17) and Congressman Vicente Gonzales (TX-34) introduced H.R. 6783, the Capital Markets Financing and Economic Growth Investments Act of 2023. The act aims to bring significant enhancements to the financial regulatory framework, focusing on protecting investor choices and increasing flexibility within the U.S. capital markets.One of the key features of the proposed legislation is the revamping of money market fund regulations. The Act seeks to amend the Investment Company Act of 1940 to allow for a stable share price...
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Congressman Sessions Leads Call for Urgent GAO Update on Surging Illegal Immigration & Crime Statistics
Congressman Pete Sessions, along with 22 fellow House Republicans, has sent a letter to Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States and head of the Government Accountability Office (GAO), requesting an updated version of a 2018 report on criminal alien statistics. This request comes in light of the escalating issues related to illegal immigration, rising violent crime, and drug overdose deaths across the United States since January 2021.The original 2018 report, titled "Criminal Alien Statistics: Information on Incarcerations, Arrests, Convictions, Costs, and...
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Congressman Pete Sessions Announces Inauguration of the Congressional Hindu Caucus in the 118th Congress
Washington D.C. - Congressman Pete Sessions (TX-17) and Chairwoman Elise Stefanik (NY-21) have announced the inauguration of the Congressional Hindu Caucus in the 118th Congress. The caucus, originally established in the 115th Congress, aims to build a strong connection between the Hindu-American community and policymakers in Washington, D.C.The Congressional Hindu Caucus, led by Congressman Sessions and Chairwoman Stefanik, is dedicated to representing the values and concerns of the Hindu-American community. It brings together Hindus from various countries, including...
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From Austin News
HB 547 UIL Equal Access Bill passes Texas House on second reading
The Texas House of Representatives voted 78 to 65 in favor of House Bill 547, the UIL Equal Access Bill. If this bill is passed, it would allow home-schooled students to be able to compete in University Interscholastic League (UIL) extracurricular activities within their local public school if their district allows it.
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From Lone Star Standard
TPPF, Every Texan joint statement: Chapter 313 business tax breaks 'not necessary'
The Texas Public Policy Foundation and Every Texan released a joint statement regarding legislation to extend the Chapter 313 program of school property tax abatements.
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CITY OF MESQUITE TEXAS: Lanny Quarles: Collage / Ink Series to be held on Jan. 11
Please join the Mesquite Arts Council as they present artists Lanny Quarles to the main gallery of the Mesquite Arts Center.