WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) partnered with the Small Business Administration (SBA) to host a COVID-19 relief virtual townhall for more than 50 small business owners, non-profits, chambers of commerce, and other community leaders from across Southeast Texas. Participants were able to ask the SBA questions regarding new funding opportunities offered through the CARE... Read More »
WOODVILLE, TX – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after today’s Senate acquittal of Donald J. Trump. “Today’s acquittal of Donald J. Trump is a victory for the Constitution and another defeat for those engaged in the permanent effort to destroy him before, during, and now, after four years of historic, successful policies that benefited the American people,” said ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement after being selected to return as Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics for the 117th Congress. “It is an incredible honor to continue serving as the lead Republican on the House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics,” said Rep. Babin. “Securing America’s place as the leader of spacef... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representatives Brian Babin (TX-36) and Andy Biggs (AZ-05) returned to the House Border Security Caucus as co-chairmen. Both Congressman Babin and Congressman Biggs issued the following statements: “I’m grateful for the opportunity to once again co-chair the House Border Security Caucus with my friend, Congressman Biggs,” said Rep. Babin. “In his first three weeks in office, ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) joined Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy, Rep. Kevin Brady, and members of the Houston delegation on a site visit of the Houston Ship Channel. While there, they participated in a roundtable with Texas oil and gas officials to discuss the negative impact that President Biden’s energy policies will have on Texas companies and workers. ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement on his new bill, the Protecting Life in Crisis Act (H.R. 28), to ensure COVID-19-related funds are not used for abortions or abortion coverage. “With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to plague our nation, it is more vital now than ever that we stand strong in defending our unborn,” said Congressman Brian Babin (TX... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement commending the Trump Administration, during its final hours, for issuing a “New Start” designation for the Houston Ship Channel (HSC) Expansion Project, which will allow the federal government to begin working alongside the Port of Houston to expand and widen one of the country’s busiest and most vital waterways. ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) composed his thoughts on the Democrats’ decision to impeach President Donald Trump for a second time, one week before he leaves office, and the divisiveness it sows in America in the following Op-Ed, which was originally featured in the Washington Times. Peak Democratic hypocrisy: Call for unity, then impeach Bringing articles of impeachment to... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement about the events of January 6, 2021. “The media is attempting to confuse the public regarding objectors and the importance of election integrity for all future elections with the violence that took place in Washington, DC yesterday,” said Babin. “I stand by my objections to the Electoral College count from certain... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after sending a letter with 18 House colleagues requesting a hearing to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, and several relevant House and Senate committee chairs. According to the Constitution and federal statutes, resolving federal election contests for the President, the S... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement commending the House passage of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2020, in which he secured many provisions that will greatly benefit the Port of Houston, Houston Ship Channel, and entire Southeast Texas energy sector. “Southeast Texas is the global leader in creating reliable, affordable energy, and t... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement regarding his new bill, the You Must Be Alive to Vote Act, introduced earlier today following allegations of voter fraud, especially the ballots of deceased individuals being cast absentee in the 2020 presidential election. “The right to vote is one of the most vital pillars of our democracy, the foundations of wh... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representatives Brian Babin (TX-36), Kendra Horn (OK-05), Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Jason Crow (CO-06), Michael Waltz (FL-06), and Charlie Crist (FL-13) announced the creation of the House Space Force Caucus. The co-chairs of the caucus also invited their House colleagues to join and support the sixth branch of the U.S. military. The caucus will serve as an organization de... Read More »
DAYTON, TX – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement after honoring three Dayton Police Officers who recently received the City’s Lifesaving Award for their valiant actions during a major motorcycle accident in a creek last Christmas. Sgt. Kris Seibert, Officer Chris Duos, and Officer Joe Myers each received an American flag that was flown over the U.S. Capitol in re... Read More »
ORANGE, TX – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement after participating in yesterday’s groundbreaking ceremony for Vidor ISD’s new Oak Forest Elementary School. “I could not be more pleased to have participated in yesterday’s groundbreaking ceremony for the new Oak Forest Elementary School in Vidor,” said Babin. “Since Hurricane Harvey devastated our region in 2017,... Read More »
