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. One issue discussed at the hearing was the impact of the project on carbon emissions. I have long maintained that there is ...
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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 because in this great state, not only do we know how to retain jobs by being business friendly, but we know how to CREATE ...
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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 Lines.” The schools included: Angleton High School, Brazoswood High School, Clear Creek High School, Columbia High School, La Marque High Sch...
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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 jobs and $65 million in local tax revenue.If this project is approved we have the potential to produce up to 830,000 barrels of...
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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 and take direct aim to shoot down any legislation that will diminish our God-given right to keep and bear arms.”
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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 is working diligently to promote human rights, combat global human trafficking and enhance our regional stability around the wo...
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Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) has announced town hall dates for Thursday, April 4 and Saturday, April 6:TOWN HALL SCHEDULE1. Jefferson County Town HallThursday, April 4 at 7:00pmCongressman Weber’s Beaumont Office Building505 Orleans St., Suite 501, “The Board Room”, Beaumont, TX 77701 2. Brazoria County Town HallSaturday, April 6 at 10:00amBrazosport College Corporate Learning Center500 College Drive, Lake Jackson, TX 77566 3. Galveston County Town HallSaturday, April 6 at 2:00pmCity...
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From Left to Right: Dr. Millicent Valek of Brazosport CC and Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) Congressman Randy Weber attended the 2013 Prize for Community College Excellence with Brazosport College President, Dr. Millicent Valek.“I am extremely proud of Brazosport College and Dr. Valek’s achievement. I always tell people Texas is a bright shining star, and Brazosport College is another great example to add to the list.”###The Aspen College Excellence Program aims to identify and replica...
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Today, the House of Representatives voted on a Continuing Resolution that prevents a Government shutdown and continues to apply pressure on the President and Democrat-led Senate to pass a budget for the first time in four years. Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) made the following statement:"I voted for a responsible spending plan that cuts waste, while keeping the government open for business. Now is the time to tackle the challenges ahead. We must fully defund ObamaCare, and we must all...
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Congressman Weber is encouraging student artists and enthusiasts to participate in the annual Congressional Art Competition, which provides an opportunity for Members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents. Since its inception, three decades ago, over 650,000 high school students have participated in the nationwide competition.In order to participate, students must be residents of the 14th District of Texas. To verify district residency in the 14...
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