In an effort to repeal the President’s government takeover of health care, Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) voted for the Obamacare Repeal that reached the House floor today. Congressman Weber made the following statement:“With the recent revelations of IRS targeting conservative organizations, the public trust in government is at an all-time low. Government has no… Read more »

Congressman Randy Weber (R-Texas) introduced a resolution (H. Res 214) which highlights the results of the State Department’s exhaustive environmental review of the Keystone XL Pipeline. Congressman Weber made the statement below on his first piece of legislation:“I am extremely proud that my first resolution as a United States Congressman will help move forward a project… Read more »

On Friday, the Internal Revenue Service admitted to targeted scrutiny of conservative groups in their applications for tax-exempt status. Hundreds of groups have been targeted, and went beyond those with “tea party” or “patriot” in their names. In light of the news, Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) is calling for a full investigation of the… Read more »

Kermit Gosnell was found guilty on three separate charges of murder in the first degree. He has also been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) made the following statement regarding the verdicts:“On Monday, Kermit Gosnell was found guilty of murdering innocent babies. Hopefully, this is one step in righting the barbaric practice of… Read more »

On May 7, the House Science Committee held a joint hearing of two of its key panels to discuss the science behind the Keystone pipeline.  Again, it was made clear that opponents have exaggerated and misconstrued the Keystone proposal and the record of pipelines in the US in a vain attempt to prove their points.  We hope that the pipeline can move forward as soon as possible.… Read more »

President Obama announced that he will be making a trip to Austin, Texas to discuss his economic plan. Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) is inviting the President to visit Texas District 14 to see the advantages to constructing the Keystone Pipeline. Congressman Weber made the following statement:“If the President wants to talk jobs then coming to Texas is a good move… Read more »

On Wednesday, May 1, the judging for the 2013 Congressional Art Competition took place.  There were 14 entries submitted this year from high school students throughout the 14th district.  The winner of the 2013 Congressional Art Competition is Clear Creek High School Senior, Sara Gerke.  She used mixed medium technique and the piece is titled “In Between the… Read more »

Last Friday, Congressman Randy Weber (R – Friendswood) wrote a letter to the State Department demanding action on the Keystone Pipeline project.  The Congressman made the following statement:“America has been waiting 1678 days for the President and the State Department to make a decision on the Keystone Pipeline . This project is estimated to create over 42,100 American… Read more »

Today, the Manchin-Toomey bill was defeated in the Senate by a 54-46 vote. Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) made the following statement:“The Manchin-Toomey bill went up in flames on the Senate floor. This legislation, which was touted to have bi-partisan support, was a direct attack on our 2nd Amendment Rights. Make no mistake, I will stand toe-to-toe with my constituents… Read more »

Chairman Ed Royce (R-CA) named Congressman Randy Weber (R-TX) Vice-Chair for the Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations subcommittee.“As a member of the Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations subcommittee it is a great privilege to be named Vice-Chair,” said Congressman Randy Weber. “This committee… Read more »