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Rep. Weber Votes against Omnibus Part One

By SE Texas Times | Mar 6, 2024

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

By SE Texas Times | Mar 6, 2024

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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### Recognizing Women's Contributions: Celebrating Women's History Month

By SE Texas Times | Mar 4, 2024

State Representative Todd Hunter of District 32 emphasized the significance of Women's History Month, stating, "Our country aims to recognize contributions made by women in our society throughout the history of our nation." This month-long celebration honors the achievements and strides of women in achieving equality and recognition for their important contributions.The roots of Women's History Month can be traced back to the first International Women's Day in 1911 and the Women's History Week conference in 1979. The popularity of honoring women led to the official...

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies fall in cities associated with Hardin County in 2021

By SE Texas Times | Feb 29, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Hardin County received $9,141 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Jefferson County in 2021

By SE Texas Times | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Jefferson County received $2.1 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Orange County rise or fall in 2021?

By SE Texas Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Orange County received $564,760 more in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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State Representative Todd Hunter Proclaims February as National Cancer Prevention Month

By SE Texas Times | Feb 26, 2024

State Representative Todd Hunter of District 32 has declared February as National Cancer Prevention Month, shedding light on the importance of cancer prevention and education. In a statement, Rep. Hunter emphasized the significance of raising awareness about preventable causes of cancer and the lifestyle changes individuals can make to reduce their risk.Quoting data from the American Association for Cancer Research, Rep. Hunter highlighted that "two million Americans are diagnosed with cancer each year." Additionally, "over 611,000 deaths will occur in the United States...

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Hardin County receive in 2021?

By SE Texas Times | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Hardin County received $559,713 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Orange County farmers in 2021 reached $829,136

By SE Texas Times | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Orange County received $829,136 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Jefferson County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By SE Texas Times | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Jefferson County received $3,363,472 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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<topic> Unclaimed Property </topic> Texas Holds $8 Billion in Unclaimed Property, State Representative Encourages Residents to Check for Their Share

By SE Texas Times | Feb 21, 2024

State Representative Todd Hunter from District 32 has shed light on the staggering amount of unclaimed property held by the State of Texas, urging residents to take action to claim what is rightfully theirs. Hunter stated, "Texas is holding about $8 billion in cash and other valuables waiting for their rightful owners to claim." The Texas Comptroller's office estimates that one in four residents of the state may have unclaimed property.Various types of unclaimed property are held by the state, including dividend, payroll, or cashier’s checks, stocks, bonds, mutual fund...

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Rep. Weber Supports Bill to Protect LNG in Southeast Texas

By SE Texas Times | Feb 15, 2024

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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Food Bank Giving Opportunity

By SE Texas Times | Feb 12, 2024

In a recent article, State Representative Todd Hunter of District 32 highlights the importance of donating food to local food banks. He emphasizes that the need for food assistance is not limited to the holiday season and urges individuals to help those who are less fortunate and in desperate need.District 32 is served by the Coastal Bend Food Bank (CBFB), which covers eleven coastal counties, including Aransas and Nueces Counties. The CBFB is part of Feeding Texas, a network of twenty-one food banks that provide food to charities and service organizations in all 254...

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Babin Responds to Special Counsel Robert Hur’s Report

By SE Texas Times | Feb 9, 2024

U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) has issued a statement in response to Special Counsel Robert Hur's report regarding President Joe Biden's mishandling of classified documents. Babin accuses Biden of being a corrupt liar who violated the law, accepting bribes, participating in influence peddling schemes, and seditiously damaging the sovereignty and national security of the United States for monetary gain.In his statement, Babin expresses his frustration with the lack of accountability for Biden's actions, stating, "The current president apparently will not be held...

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Rep. Weber Warns President Biden Against Federalizing National Guard

By SE Texas Times | Feb 8, 2024

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

By SE Texas Times | Feb 7, 2024

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

By SE Texas Times | Feb 6, 2024

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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Black History Month: A Celebration of African American Achievements

By SE Texas Times | Feb 5, 2024

February is recognized as Black History Month, a nationwide celebration of the achievements of African Americans and a time to recognize their role in U.S. history. Since 1976, each U.S. president has designated the month of February as Black History Month. This month is an important time for all of us to reflect on the achievements of African Americans throughout history and today.According to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the story of Black History Month begins in 1915 when Carter G. Woodson and Jesse E. Moorland founded the Association...

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February Designated as Heart Month to Promote Heart Health

By SE Texas Times | Jan 29, 2024

The month of February is designated as Heart Month, aiming to raise awareness about the importance of improving heart health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, with 1 in 4 deaths caused by heart disease each year. However, heart disease can often be prevented through healthy choices and managing health conditions.In light of Heart Month, both the American Heart Association and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have provided valuable information to help individuals take control of their heart health. The CDC suggests...

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TxDOT Launches #EndTheStreakTX Campaign to End Deadly Trend on Texas Roadways

By SE Texas Times | Jan 22, 2024

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has recently kicked off its annual #EndTheStreakTX campaign, aiming to put an end to the alarming trend of daily fatalities on Texas roadways. Since November 7, 2000, at least one person has died every single day, with an average of ten deaths per day. TxDOT is calling on all Texans to join the effort to make roadways in Texas safe."The Texas Transportation Commission has set a goal aiming to end all fatalities on Texas roads by 2050, with an interim goal to reduce them by half by 2035," says TxDOT. The statistics are...