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... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) and U.S. Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) issued the following statements on the reintroduction of the Resident Education Deferred Interest Act (REDI Act), which addresses the growing doctor shortage, makes medical education more affordable, and boosts health care outcomes in Southeast Texas and across America. "The growing doctor shortag... Read More »
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 p... Read More »
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Brian Babin (R-TX), Chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee voted in favor of H. Con. Res. 14, the House Budget Resolution for Fiscal Year 2025. “It’s time to finally make our government efficient and accountable before we bankrupt the country and foreclose on our children’s future. This bill addresses the cost-of-living crisis by curbing out-o... Read More »
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Brian Babin (R-TX), Chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee introduced The Birthright Citizenship Act to restore the 14th Amendment to its original purpose and end the misuse of birthright citizenship. This legislation ensures that automatic citizenship is granted only to children born in the United States with at least one parent who meets one... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement after voting to reelect Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House of Representatives. “Today, I proudly voted to reelect Mike Johnson to serve as our House Speaker,” said Babin. “We received a clear mandate in November for secure borders, a strong military, a thriving economy, affordable prices, an end to woke polici... Read More »
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... Read More »
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... Read More »
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... Read More »
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... Read More »
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... Read More »
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 ... Read More »
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... Read More »
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... Read More »
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... Read More »
