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Latest News
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March 19, 2019
E-Newsletter
Dear Friends—There is a fight brewing in the House of Representatives, and it is not between Republicans and Democrats. Just last week, House Democrats were at odds with one another over calling out blatant anti-Semitism in their ranks. It exposed the blaring hypocrisy they have over how such an important issue is treated. |
March 12, 2019
E-Newsletter
Dear Friends— Last week, House Democrats passed H.R. 1, legislation masked as voter and election reform. Unfortunately, what you won’t hear in the news is that included in this bill are some of the most dangerous and unconstitutional changes to our election system that we have ever seen. Although this bill is deceptively named “For the People Act”, nothing could be further from truth.
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February 13, 2019
Article
The last time two women led a House committee, the year was 1977 and the panel was the Select Committee on the House Beauty Shop. Forty-two years later, another female duo is in control. This time it's one of the most powerful committees in Congress -- the House Appropriations Committee -- which is at the center of congressional power and spending. |
February 13, 2019
Article
When it became clear that Representative Nita M. Lowey, Democrat of New York, would lead the House Appropriations Committee, she received a cherrywood gavel, her name and new title engraved in silver. It was a gift from Representative Kay Granger, Republican of Texas, a longtime committee colleague. |
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Issues
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Agriculture
Whether you live in a rural area or downtown Fort Worth, our nation’s agriculture policy impacts many aspects of your daily life including food inspection and safety. -
Transportation
With a rapidly growing economy and population and Burlington Northern Santa Fe, American Airlines, and Tower 55 all residing in the district, it is especially important to Texas' 12th Congressional District that America has a transportation infrastructure system in place that is maintained, efficient and economical.
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Veterans
There are many veterans that live in our district and their issues are important to me and to my work in Congress. -
Social Security
In Social Security, we’ve made an important promise to America’s seniors that I am committed to uphold. We must protect and secure Social Security for generations to come.
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Taxes
Taxes affect all of us and ensuring that taxes remain low is an important part of my work in Congress. -
Border Security and Immigration
The issues of Border Security are important to our district and to my work in Congress. -
Budget
I have always been a strong supporter of cutting wasteful government spending and making sure that our precious taxpayer dollars are used wisely.
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National Security
The issues of National Security are important to our district and to my work in Congress. -
Energy and Environment
From conventional resources like oil and natural gas to renewable resources like wind and solar, Texas’ energy sector is powering our homes, fueling our vehicles and driving our nation’s economy. I support an all-of-the-above approach that moves America towards energy independence.
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Education
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Health Care
Having raised my three children as a single mother and served as the primary care provider for my own mother, I understand how difficult it can be to afford the health care your family needs and how important it is that your family has access to affordable and hassle-free health care.