Rep. Randy Weber (R-Tex.)
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Recent News About Rep. Randy Weber (R-Tex.)
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Rep. Weber Awarded AAPA President’s Award
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has been honored with the 2024 President's Award by the American Associations of Port Authorities (AAPA) for his outstanding legislative leadership and advocacy for the port and maritime industries. In his acceptance of the award, Rep. Weber expressed his gratitude, stating, "I'm truly honored to receive the 2024 President’s Award from AAPA. Representing seven ports in Southeast Texas, more than any other member of Congress, I will continue to fight for our ports and ensure they get the resources they need to continue...
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Rep. Weber Leads Letter holding Biden to Account for Illegal Alien Charter Flights
U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has taken a stand against the Biden Administration's actions regarding the transportation of illegal aliens into the United States. Along with 17 of his colleagues, Rep. Weber penned a letter to President Biden and Secretary Mayorkas, demanding answers about the reported charter flights that brought over 300,000 illegal aliens into the country in 2023.In the letter, the lawmakers expressed their concerns, stating, "Given your complicity in the worst border crisis in American history, we should not have been surprised to learn that your...
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Rep. Weber Opposes $1.2 Trillion Omnibus, Citing Harmful Provisions for Southeast Texas
U.S. Rep. Randy Weber from Texas has voiced his opposition to the $1.2 trillion omnibus bill due to several provisions that he believes are detrimental to Southeast Texas. In a statement released after voting against the second omnibus, Rep. Weber expressed his concerns about the bill's impact on inflation, border policies, and overall government spending.Rep. Weber stated, "I cannot, in good faith, support a $1.2 trillion omnibus that continues down the same trajectory that has led to historic inflation, which is crushing Texans, while also bolstering the calamitous...
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Rep. Weber Protects Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications
Washington, D.C. - The United States House of Representatives has approved the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, a bipartisan legislation aimed at safeguarding national security. The bill, known as H.R 7521, prohibits the distribution and maintenance of applications controlled by foreign adversaries that pose a threat to national security.In light of the passage of the bill, Rep. Weber highlighted the concerns surrounding TikTok, stating, “TikTok has been a vessel used by the Chinese Communist Party to collect data and spy on...
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Rep. Weber slams Democrats for Visiting Southeast Texas
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has criticized Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) for their recent visit to Port Arthur, Texas. In a letter addressed to the two Democrats, Rep. Weber expressed his disapproval of their actions.In the letter, Rep. Weber directly addresses Sen. Whitehouse and Rep. Jayapal, stating, "Surely what you saw in Southeast Texas dispelled the myths that you have bought into and promulgated during your 'Toxic Tour.' Surely, you now understand that modern life is not possible without the chemical industry."...
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Rep. Weber Votes against Omnibus Part One
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) voted against the first omnibus spending bill and expressed his strong opposition to the legislation. In a statement, Rep. Weber criticized the bill, emphasizing the detrimental impact it could have on the country's finances and policies."After five months of terrible continuing resolutions and promises of better outcomes with individual spending bills, Congress turned its back on the American people and passed part one of a $1.65 trillion omnibus spending bill," Weber stated. He further added, "I promised Southeast...
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Texas Republicans to Protect Texas Electrical Grid from Federal Control
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) introduced a resolution to condemn any effort by the federal government to connect Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) to other major electric grids. ERCOT is currently under the jurisdiction of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Legislature."In Texas, we proudly maintain our own electric grid—overseen by Texans, not the federal government—and we intend to keep it that way,” said Rep. Weber. “Some of my Democrat colleagues had a brilliant idea to lasso the state into the national electric...
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Rep. Weber Supports Bill to Protect LNG in Southeast Texas
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has voted in favor of H.R. 7176, the Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024. This bill aims to remove restrictions on the import and export of natural gas and ensure that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) deems such activities consistent with the public interest.Rep. Weber expressed concern over President Biden's recent ban on LNG exports, stating that it directly impacts Southeast Texas. He highlighted the potential negative consequences for the Port Arthur LNG and Golden Pass LNG facilities, which...
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Rep. Weber Warns President Biden Against Federalizing National Guard
Washington, D.C. - In a letter addressed to President Joe Biden, Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) and 23 of his House Republican colleagues have issued a warning against the federalization of the National Guard in Texas. The lawmakers emphasized that Governor Abbott, under the authority granted by the United States Constitution, has the power to deploy the National Guard for domestic emergencies within Texas."Under the United States Constitution that we are each sworn to uphold, Governor Abbott has been granted the authority to maintain and deploy the National Guard for domestic...
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Rep. Weber Demands Biden Admin to end Ban on American LNG Exports
Washington, D.C. - Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has called on the Biden administration to end the ban on American liquified natural gas (LNG) exports, citing the negative impact it has on America's energy and economic security. In a hearing held this week by the Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee, Rep. Weber expressed his concerns over the ban and joined more than 150 House Republicans in a letter to President Biden, urging him to reverse the decision."President Biden's drastic LNG export ban directly impacts Southeast Texas and will put Port Arthur and Golden...
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Rep. Weber Votes to Impeach Sec. Mayorkas
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Randy Weber, representing Texas' 14th district, has voted in favor of impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, the Secretary of Homeland Security. The impeachment comes as a result of Mayorkas allegedly violating immigration and border security laws enacted by Congress, which has led to a threat to the safety of the American people.In a statement, Rep. Weber criticized Mayorkas' handling of the situation at the southern border. He accused the Secretary of losing operational control of the border and allowing a large influx of illegal...
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Rep. Weber Introduces Bill to Develop Next Generation Pipelines
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Randy Weber and Yadira Caraveo have introduced a vital piece of energy legislation aimed at advancing next-generation pipelines. The Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act seeks to strengthen public-private partnerships and enhance federal research, development, and demonstration related to the evolution of key pipeline systems across the country.In an effort to address the aging infrastructure in the United States, the bill aims to ensure that pipelines are modern, secure, and cost-effective in order to meet the...
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Rep. Weber Votes Against Continuing Resolution
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) expressed his strong opposition to the continuing resolution, casting his vote against it. In a statement released today, Rep. Weber criticized the resolution for continuing to fund the government at what he referred to as "Democrat dream spending levels" set by Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden.Highlighting the pressing issues facing the nation, Rep. Weber emphasized the crisis at the southern border and the state of the economy. He lamented that instead of addressing these critical matters, Congress had chosen to postpone...
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Rep. Weber Votes Against National Defense Authorization Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Randy Weber of Texas released a statement expressing his disappointment and opposition to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024. In his statement, Rep. Weber highlighted the conservative nature of the NDAA passed by House Republicans earlier in the year, which included measures to address taxpayer-funded travel abortions, gender transition surgeries, and the Left's climate agenda."I was proud to vote for this bill and knew compromise from the Senate was inevitable," Rep. Weber said. However, he expressed his belief...
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Rep. Weber votes to launch Impeachment Inquiry into Joe Biden
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has voted in favor of H.Res. 918, a resolution that formalizes ongoing investigations into President Joe Biden. The resolution establishes procedures for carrying out impeachment hearings in various House committees."This is a step in the right direction to continue our fact-finding mission into the corruption of Joe Biden without the Biden Administration undermining the investigation," said Rep. Weber. The House Committees on Oversight and Accountability, Ways and Means, and Judiciary are conducting these investigations...
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Rep. Weber Preserves American’s Vehicle Choice
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Randy Weber of Texas has taken a stand to protect consumer choice in the automobile industry. Today, Rep. Weber voted in favor of the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act, an important piece of legislation that safeguards the freedom for Americans to choose their preferred vehicles.The CARS Act aims to prevent the implementation of proposed rules by the Biden administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding vehicle emissions. By supporting this act, Rep. Weber intends to ensure that consumers' choices are not...
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Rep. Weber Introduces Legislation to Reinstate "Remain in Mexico"
U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has introduced legislation to reinstate the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP) at the Southern border. This legislation aims to require individuals seeking asylum or entering the country without proper documentation to return to Mexico while they await their immigration proceedings. The bill also establishes a stringent standard for asylum eligibility, ensuring that it is reserved for those with genuine humanitarian needs and preventing its misuse for ulterior motives.In a statement, Rep. Weber emphasized the importance of reserving the...
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Rep. Weber Votes Against Continuing Resolution
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Randy Weber from Texas' 14th district has made a strong statement after voting against the continuing resolution in Congress. In his statement, Rep. Weber expressed concern about the current state of the nation, particularly its debt and border security."The American people cannot afford the status quo," Rep. Weber said. "Our nation is $33.6 trillion in debt, and our border is exploding. It is imperative we change the direction our nation is headed. We need policy change, border security, and to restore fiscal sanity, not continue...
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Rep. Weber Introduces Modernize Nuclear Reactor Environmental Reviews Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has introduced H.R. 6252, known as the Modernize Nuclear Reactor Environmental Reviews Act. The bill aims to streamline and expedite the environmental review process for nuclear reactor applications by directing the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to submit a report and conduct a rulemaking.In support of the bill, Rep. Weber highlighted the importance of nuclear energy as a clean, safe, and reliable source of power. He emphasized the need to cut through bureaucratic red tape at the NRC in order to make nuclear energy a...
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Rep. Weber Announces Funding for Port Freeport
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has revealed that the U.S. Department of Transportation will be granting a federal grant worth $15,958,380 million to Port Freeport. The grant will be provided through the Port Infrastructure Development Program for the Velasco Terminal Sustainability Expansion Project.The Velasco Terminal Sustainability Expansion Project is set to include the construction of a new 36,900-square-foot cross-dock facility and related site improvements on a 10-acre site, as well as a new terminal access truck gate. Rep. Weber expressed his...