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L to R: Stephen Scott Jr., Stephen Scott III, and Rep. Babin. WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after recognizing Stephen Scott III, a Woodville Middle School student. Stephen was in DC after being chosen as a student ambassador for the National Campaign to Stop… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after voting for the Fiscal Responsibility Act. “Tonight, I voted for the Fiscal Responsibility Act,” said Babin. “Given the reality that only one-half of one-third of the federal government is held by Republicans, it is the most significant conservative win since Joe Biden took office. “These are… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement regarding his Students Congressional Advisory Council (SCAC). The SCAC was established to mentor and inspire the next generation of American leaders. The council consists of high school students nominated by their school because of their scholastic performance, willingness to engage with community… 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), H.R. 1202, which addresses the growing doctor shortage, makes medical education more affordable, and boosts health care outcomes in Southeast Texas and… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after sending a letter urging President Biden to swiftly approve Governor Abbott’s request for a major disaster declaration in response to the severe storms and tornadoes that hit Southeast Texas on January 24, 2023. “Southeast Texans are no strangers to natural disasters,” said Babin. “However,… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) will once again host a Congressional Art Competition in 2023. Students in grades 9-12 wishing to participate must reside (check here) within the 36th Congressional District of Texas. “Ever since our brave forebears declared independence, the United States has been a beacon of liberty, hope, and opportunity,” said Babin. “America… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after reintroducing his bill, the ASTRO Act (H.R. 272), which ensures transportation is provided for astronauts after they return from space until they are medically discharged. “Our courageous astronauts put their lives on the line to ensure we remain the world’s preeminent spacefaring nation,”… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement on his new bill, the Terminate TikTok on Campus Act (H.R. 231). “For years, the Chinese Communist Party has been hard at work infiltrating our education system to spy, steal, and cheat to compete with us,” said Babin. “TikTok is nothing more than Beijing’s latest apparatus to aid them on their quest… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after swearing into the 118th Congress: “This week, we saw democracy hard at work, and I believe we all move forward stronger because of it,” said Babin. “The compromises made on the House floor will empower us as individual members to fight the Democrats’ woke ideology that is destroying the… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) issued the following statement after voting no on H.J. Res. 100 and H. Con. Res. 119. “Make no mistake, a rail strike would be disastrous to our already spiraling economy,” said Babin. “However, Congress has no business dictating the terms of private employment contracts. The president, who deems himself the 'union guy,' should… Read more »