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Babin Selected to Chair House Science, Space, and Technology Committee in 119th Congress

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement on his selection as the next House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman for the 119th Congress by the Republican Steering Committee: “It’s an incredible honor to be chosen to serve as the next House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman,” said Babin. “Between our nation’s booming science...

Babin, GOP Colleagues Condemn New DHS Policy Protecting Lebanese Nationals

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) led eleven of his House Republican colleagues on a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas condemning his recent announcement that Lebanese nationals currently in the U.S. will be eligible for Temporary Protected Status and work authorization due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East. “While Israel is suffering w...

Babin Commends House Passage of NASA Reauthorization Act

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement on the House passage of the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2024 (H.R. 8958). This bipartisan legislation reaffirms our commitment to leading global space and science endeavors and emphasizes the importance of commercial partnerships and international collaboration in advancing space exploration and scientific researc...

Babin, Garamendi, Cruz, Warren Introduce Bipartisan RIDER Act to Improve Federal Assistance to Communities Recovering from Major Disasters

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressmen Brian Babin (TX-36) and John Garamendi (CA-08) and Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) introduced the Regional Impact of Disasters and Emergencies Relief (RIDER) Act to improve access to and delivery of federal relief to disaster-struck communities. This bipartisan, bicameral bill would amend existing law to ensure bureaucratic technicalities do n...

Babin Reacts to the First 2024 Presidential Debate

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement in response to last night’s presidential debate. “If anyone came away from last night still somehow under the guise that Joe Biden is mentally sound, they are living in a fantasy world,” said Babin. “THIS is why we’ve been pushing for cognitive tests for Biden since he first came into office. It should be clear to...

Babin Reacts to President Trump’s Trial Verdict

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s trial verdict. “Every American knows this trial was rigged from the start,” said Babin. “Donald Trump is being politically persecuted, and it CANNOT stand! Biden and the Democrats have weaponized the government and are destroying our nation and everything we hold dear. “Our future ...

House Passes Babin Bill to Provide Transportation for Astronauts

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To watch the video, please click here. WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement on the House passage of his bill, the Astronaut Safe Temporary Ride Options (ASTRO) Act (H.R. 272). “My bill, the ASTRO Act, cuts through red tape to ensure that when our brave astronauts return home, they have transportation to and from the Johnson Space Center until they a...

Babin Votes to Secure U.S. Borders and Support Israel, Tawain

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement on the bills that were voted on in the House earlier today. These bills included the End the Border Catastrophe Act of 2024 (H.R. 3602), 21st Century Peace through Strength Act of 2024 (H.R. 8038), Indo-Pacific Security Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024 (H.R. 8036), Israel Security Supplemental Appropriation...

Babin Introduces the Remain in Canada Act

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement on his new bill, the Remain in Canada Act (H.R. 7739), which applies President Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” policy to the U.S.-Canada border. “Due to the current administration’s actions – complete negligence at best or, more likely, an intentional mass-replacement effort – America’s borders are being overrun by mil...

Babin Addresses Potential Big Thicket Expansion Bill

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement regarding sponsoring a bill to expand the Big Thicket National Preserve. “The Big Thicket National Preserve is a treasure to our state and nation, and I’m certain all Southeast Texans will agree that it should be protected,” said Babin. “I’ve heard various concerns from constituents, county and school officials, l...

Babin Reacts to President Biden’s State of the Union

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement in reaction to President Biden’s State of the Union address: “Tonight’s State of the Union was unsurprisingly overflowing with outright lies and endless blame-shifting,” said Babin. “For the past three years, Joe Biden has worked tirelessly to ruin our great country. From the economy to energy to national security...

Babin Addresses Greater Houston Area Mail Issues

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement regarding his letter to U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy about the mail issues occurring in the Greater Houston area. “Recently, my attention was brought to the multitude of mail-related issues occurring in the Greater Houston area. The situation is entirely unacceptable,” said Babin. “With ever-changing timeli...

Babin Responds to Special Counsel Robert Hur’s Report

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement on Special Counsel Robert Hur’s report regarding President Joe Biden’s mishandling of classified documents. “The DOJ has proven Joe Biden is a corrupt liar who violated the law with his mishandling of classified documents,” said Babin. “The current president has accepted bribes, participated in influence peddling ...

Babin Unveils New Bill to End Birth Tourism, Combat Illegal Immigration

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement on his new bill, the Birthright Citizenship Act of 2023 (H.R. 6612). This legislation has 21 original cosponsors and will ensure America properly implements Section 1 of the 14th Amendment to the Constitution – ending birth tourism. “For a period following its enactment, Section 1 of the 14th Amendment was properl...

Babin Stands With Israel

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WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after voting for a House resolution supporting Israel in its just war against Hamas. “Israel is the only democracy in a sea of dictatorships in the Middle East,” said Babin. “Yesterday, I was proud to join so many GOP colleagues in reaffirming our support for Israel. House Republicans will continue to stand with o...