For as large as the American economy is, a staggering 96 percent of the world’s customers reside outside of the United States.  Given this number, there are seemingly limitless opportunities to connect American goods and services with people across the globe if only we could tear down the barriers that other countries put in the way.  The economic impact on our country… Read more »

Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) and Congressman Randy Weber (TX-14) introduced the Protecting Americans Abroad Act to provide Americans serving our country in diplomatic posts abroad with the security and protection they deserve. Similar to legislation introduced by Frankel in the last Congress, the language was signed into law as part of the annual appropriations process allowing the… Read more »

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WEBER CELEBRATES SMALL BUSINESS WEEK Freeport, TX – America’s Small Business Week is May 4-8. Last Tuesday, Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) toured two small businesses[1] in Brazoria County - Vernor Material and Equipment Co. and Freeport LNG. He made the following statement: “Small businesses are the economic backbone of this great nation, and I’m… Read more »

2015 Congressional Art Competition Winner Announced League City, TX – Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) held a reception Monday night to honor Christina Rasmussen, a junior from Clear Springs High School, as this year’s Congressional Art Competition winner.  “Watercolor with abstract simplicity, yet complicated, form has always fascinated me,” said… Read more »

Today is national PrepareAthon Day, which is an initiative by FEMA to bring awareness and encourage families to prepare for severe weather and other hazards. “Severe weather can strike at any time. Life or death could be determined by your preparedness,” said Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood). “I’m encouraging my constituents to take the time to stock up on… Read more »

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has greatly expanded its authority over our economy since 2009, resulting in an increase in regulations that add to an uncertain business climate and chill investment in critical sectors. As Chairman of the Energy Subcommittee and member of the Environment Subcommittee on the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, I have made it my… Read more »

On November 4, 1979, a group of radical religious extremists stormed the U.S. embassy in Tehran, taking American citizens and diplomats hostage. For 444 days, 52 Americans were chained, humiliated and tortured. Instead of condemning this horrendous act, the Iranian ruling authority has consistently praised these terrorists as patriots, and commemorated this event as a day of celebration.… Read more »

In an effort to combat the President’s actions granting executive amnesty, Congressman Randy Weber (R-TX-14) introduced the Deny Amnesty Credits Act of 2015 (H.R. 1332), which would prevent those who are granted deferred action under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and the Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) from qualifying for the Earned Income… Read more »

Today, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel address Congress regarding Israel’s concerns of Iran’s nuclear proliferation program. Congressman Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) made the following statement: “Today, Congress had the distinct privilege to hear directly from Prime Minister Netanyahu. As a small country encircled by politically unstable and hostile… Read more »