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Rep. Brian Babin Votes to Keep Government Running, Advance President Trump’s America First Agenda

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Brian Babin (R-TX)

Rep. Brian Babin Votes to Keep Government Running, Advance President Trump’s America First Agenda

Washington, March 11, 2025

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) voted in favor of a clean continuing resolution (CR) to ensure the federal government remains open while Republicans continue working to implement President Donald Trump’s agenda.

“While Democrats are busy campaigning for a government shutdown, House Republicans are focused on keeping the government running and delivering for the American people,” said Rep. Babin. “This clean CR freezes spending, prevents wasteful Democrat priorities, and allows us to stay laser-focused on securing our border, draining the swamp, and putting America first.”

President Trump has made it clear: a clean CR is essential to advancing his administration’s top priorities. This measure ensures we can:

  • Freeze reckless spending and put a stop to Democrats’ runaway inflationary policies.
  • Continue mass deportations of illegal migrants and allow ICE agents to enforce our immigration laws without obstruction.
  • Eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse in government spending, ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly.
  • Keep America safe and prosperous by pushing forward with critical national security and economic policies.

“The American people are tired of Washington’s dysfunction,” Babin continued. “Democrats seem eager to grind the government to a halt, but Republicans refuse to let them win. We are committed to delivering results, not roadblocks. This CR is a victory for Southeast Texans and the American people.”

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Congressman Brian Babin Introduces the No Bailouts for Reparations Act

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Brian Babin (R-TX)

Congressman Brian Babin Introduces the No Bailouts for Reparations Act

Washington, March 14, 2025

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brian Babin, D.D.S. (TX-36) introduced the No Bailouts for Reparations Act, legislation that prohibits the United States government from providing bailouts or other financial assistance to any state or local government that enacts laws implementing reparations programs. This bill ensures that hardworking American taxpayers are not forced to subsidize misguided and divisive reparations policies at the state and local level.

“States have the right to govern themselves, but they shouldn’t expect a federal bailout when their radical policies lead to economic disaster,” said Congressman Babin. “Just last Thursday, Washington, D.C., enacted a law allowing taxpayer-funded reparations—absolute insanity! Democrats prioritize woke virtue signaling over fiscal responsibility and expect the rest of America to foot the bill. Not on our watch! With our national debt surpassing $34 trillion, taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to fund leftist social experiments. If states choose this path, they must bear the financial consequences themselves.”

Key Points of the No Bailouts for Reparations Act:

  • Protecting Taxpayers: The federal government has no business forcing hardworking Americans to subsidize costly reparations schemes enacted by blue-state politicians. This bill ensures that responsibility stays where it belongs—at the state and local level.
  • Preventing Fiscal Irresponsibility: Many states and cities already face massive debt and budget shortfalls. Instead of prioritizing crime reduction, infrastructure, or economic growth, some liberal leaders want to spend billions on reparations. Taxpayers in Texas and across America should not be forced to bail them out when their budgets collapse.
  • Opposing Radical Identity Politics: Reparations based on race or historical grievances are not only unfair: they’re unconstitutional and divisive. Our nation should focus on policies that promote economic opportunity for all, not government handouts based on ancestry.

This legislation has already garnered coverage in Fox News.

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Clyburn Statement On Plane Collision At Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative James E (Jim) Clyburn (6th District of South Carolina)

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies, released the following statement on the plane collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:

“My prayers are with the victims, families and loved ones, first responders, and all those impacted by the plane collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

“I am grateful to the first responders, search and rescue teams, and community members who have worked tirelessly through the night on recovery efforts.

“The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Traffic Safety Board (NTSB), and Department of Defense will investigate the incident. My colleagues and I on the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Subcommittee are continuing to monitor the accident and will do all we can to prevent another tragedy.”

The Appropriations Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill provides annual funding for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operations, including the salaries and expenses of more than 14,000 air traffic controllers, and more than 12,000 engineers and technicians, who help manage the National Airspace System. The THUD bill also provides annual funding for the NTSB, who statutorily is responsible to investigate all aviation accidents.

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Clyburn and DeLauro: Unchecked Billionaire Musk’s FAA Takeover Puts Profits Over the Safety of the American People

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative James E (Jim) Clyburn (6th District of South Carolina)

In glaring conflict of interest, Musk implies that the contract awarded to his competitor should instead go to his own company, Starlink, while SpaceX workers burrow at the FAA.

WASHINGTON — House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Ranking Member James E. Clyburn (SC-06) released the following statement on unchecked billionaire Elon Musk’s takeover of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA):

“President Trump and unchecked billionaire Elon Musk are stealing taxpayer dollars used to improve the safety of Americans and the U.S. military to instead boost Musk’s companies’ profits and hand tax breaks to their billionaire cronies. It is the government’s role to safeguard the lives of all Americans. President Trump and Elon Musk are avoiding their responsibility to keep America informed and safe by stealing resources while cutting thousands of critical safety jobs at the FAA. Business travel, military flights, family vacations, air shipments of packages and medical emergency flights are now in the hands of a private corporation, with no clear plan to make sure Americans are safe when flying.

“Now, it appears Elon Musk is forcefully cancelling a contract awarded to his Starlink competitor, in an effort to take over that contract himself. This is a glaring conflict of interest. These changes are not about Americans’ safety; instead, these are dangerous actions that put Elon Musk’s personal wealth over the American people’s lives.”

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Clyburn Statement on the Passing of Former Congresswoman Mia Love

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative James E (Jim) Clyburn (6th District of South Carolina)

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman James Clyburn (D-S.C.) released the following statement on the passing of former Congresswoman Mia Love of Utah:

“My heartfelt condolences are with the family of former Congresswoman Mia Love of Utah. 

“I grew to know, admire, and respect Mia during her time in Congress. As the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, she believed in unity, and understood that its existence does not require unanimity. Mia fiercely stood against bias toward the Haitian community, and leaves a tremendous legacy of over 15 years in public service for the people of Utah. 

“My prayers are with her loved ones during this time.”

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Clyburn Statement on the Passing of Congressman Raúl Grijalva

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative James E (Jim) Clyburn (6th District of South Carolina)

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) released the following statement on the passing of Congressman Raúl Grijalva of Arizona’s 7th Congressional District:

“I’m saddened to learn of the passing of my colleague — Congressman Raúl Grijalva. Grijalva proudly served his constituents in southern Arizona and was a champion for preserving our natural resources, fighting for bilingual education in our schools, and safeguarding our nation’s natural treasures for over two decades. He cared about protecting this nation’s stories, memories, and legacy through conservation and natural heritage. 

“As Chair and Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Committee throughout his time in Congress, his voice, vision, and passion for public lands and climate action will be deeply missed.   

“My prayers are with his family and loved ones.”

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Clyburn Statement on the Passing of Quincy Enoch

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative James E (Jim) Clyburn (6th District of South Carolina)

WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) released the following statement on the passing of Quincy Enoch:

“I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family of Quincy Enoch.

“I had the honor of working with Quincy on a number of important issues  — and there is no understatement to his skill, kindness, and commitment to making a difference among all the people with whom he worked. He was a leader and advocate of great courage and held a willingness to love all people. He knew that each moment, each day, and each choice is a test. He was a proud husband, father, and veteran.

“Let us be reminded that America is great because of extraordinary people like Quincy. He will be sorely missed.”

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Congressman Williams Introduces Legislation Requiring the Screening of Migrants Against Terror Watchlist

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Roger Williams (25th District of Texas)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) introduced the Identifying Potential Terrorist at the Border Act of 2025. This bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to screen and detain all individuals attempting to cross the border until it is determined that the migrant is not a match with an individual listed on the Federal Terror Watchlist.

“​​Under Biden, terrorist encounters at United States ports of entry skyrocketed, putting American communities in danger,” said Congressman Williams. “My bill requires CBP to screen and detain all individuals attempting to cross the border until a match is returned on that migrant, giving the Trump administration another tool to safeguard our nation. Law and order is back in America, and we must be aware of who is in our country as Republicans fight to reverse the consequences of Biden’s deadly open border policies.”

Read the bill text here.

Background:

  • Currently it is practice but not law that CBP screen migrants against the terror database.
  • During Trump’s first term, encounters were less than 6 for an entire fiscal year.
  • Under the Biden administration, encounters jumped to the 100’s.

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Congressman Roger Williams is the Chairman of the House Small Business Committee and member of the House Financial Services Committee. He proudly represents the 25th Congressional District of Texas.

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Congressman Williams Introduces Bipartisan Bills for CTE Awareness Month

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Roger Williams (25th District of Texas)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25), introduced the Student Debt Alternative and CTE Awareness Act and the Connecting Small Businesses with Career and Technical Education Graduates Act of 2025. These bipartisan bills raise awareness and increase participation in the technical fields and help CTE graduates transition into the workforce.

“As we enter the Golden Age of America, Main Street is in critical need of skilled workers,” said Congressman Williams. “Plumbers, electricians, mechanics, and countless others are the backbone of our economy, and without them, the American people would not have the critical goods and services that we often take for granted. I am proud to lead the charge in encouraging more young people to pursue valuable CTE professions and assist graduates in translating their skills into the workforce.”

Background:

  • February is CTE Awareness Month.
  • Student Debt Alternative and CTE Awareness Act:
    • Increases information about CTE, CTE programs, and Perkins grant funding on the Department of Education’s (DOE) Federal Student Aid website.
    • Requires the DOE to inform prospective college students of CTE benefits and sign an acknowledgment before beginning the FAFSA application.
  • Democrat Co-Lead: Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez
  • Supporting Stakeholders: SkillsUSA and Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area.

 

  • Connecting Small Businesses with Career and Technical Education Graduates Act of 2025:
    • Connects CTE graduates transitioning into the workplace with business owners in need of their skill by utilizing SBDCs and WBCs.
  • Original Cosponsors: Rep. Johnny Olszewski, Rep. Rob Bresnahan, and Rep Derek T. Tran.
  • Supporting Stakeholders: SkillsUSA, ACTE, and Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area.

 

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Congressman Roger Williams is the Chairman of the House Small Business Committee and member of the House Financial Services Committee. He proudly represents the 25th Congressional District of Texas.

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Congressman Williams Introduces China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2025

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Roger Williams (25th District of Texas)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25), alongside Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), introduced the China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2025. This bipartisan bill assesses potential risks, evaluates current U.S. government policies, and recommends actions to mitigate financial stability threats stemming from China.

“As the threat of the Chinese Communist Party’s interference and aggression continues to rise, our financial systems must be prepared to proactively stop any wrongdoing by the CCP,” said Congressman Williams. “My bill mitigates the threats associated with China’s shadow banking sector by allowing U.S. officials to work with allies to safeguard global financial stability and effectively holds China accountable for financial abuses and manipulation. Our priority should always be protecting American values, and this bill ensures we can proactively monitor and address these risks.”

“The Chinese Communist Party has made it abundantly clear that it is willing to leverage technology to monitor and steal Americans’ sensitive data. We must do more to fend off CCP-driven economic espionage and protect American innovation,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5).“That’s why I’m introducing the China Financial Threat Mitigation Act with Congressman Williams to shore up our financial systems and maintain America’s economic leadership abroad. I will always stand up against anti-democratic threats, like the CCP, that aim to undermine the United States of America, the greatest country in the world.” 

Read the bill text here.

Background:

  • China’s economic data has been criticized for lack of transparency, manipulation, and inconsistencies.
  • Reliable data is crucial for the U.S. government to accurately assess financial exposure and make informed decisions.
  • This bill requires the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study on the exposure of the U.S. financial sector to risks from the financial sector of the People’s Republic of China.

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Congressman Roger Williams is the Chairman of the House Small Business Committee and member of the House Financial Services Committee. He proudly represents the 25th Congressional District of Texas.