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Rep. Randy Weber
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Dear Friend,

Earlier this week, I was looking through my family photos, reflecting on the Christmas season, and I happened upon our photos from Christmas 2004 - Texas and all of its snow.

It looks like the other day is one to be remembered. Texas 14 was beautiful covered in snow!  Texas... you start the week off wearing shorts and you end it with a snowball fight. Christmas really is the most wonderful time of year!
                                  
These photos were sent my way. 2017 has been quite the year for Texans. Hope you enjoyed the snow!

Sincerely,

Randy K. Weber
 

Christmas Resolution
Not all bills have to be complicated or lengthy. I recently signed on to H. Res. 637, a resolution recognizing our Christmas tradition. The text of the bill reads:

"RESOLUTION

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be protected for use by those who celebrate Christmas.

Whereas Christmas is a national holiday celebrated on December 25; and

Whereas the Framers intended that the First Amendment of the Constitution, in prohibiting the establishment of religion, would not prohibit any mention of religion or reference to God in civic dialog: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the House of Representatives--

(1) recognizes the importance of the symbols and traditions of Christmas;

(2) strongly disapproves of attempts to ban references to Christmas; and

(3) expresses support for the use of these symbols and traditions by those who celebrate Christmas."

I'm proud to stand up for our Christmas traditions!

Concealed carry reciprocity
Concealed carry licenses are issued on the state level. Like any license, concealed carry must be properly and legally obtained. Unfortunately, complex laws and restrictions currently limit your ability to carry while traveling between states. As a strong supporter of the Second Amendment, I fully support the right of law-abiding citizens to legally carry a concealed firearm in their home state and across state lines.

I co-sponsored H.R. 38 – Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017. This bi-partisan legislation would amend the federal criminal code to allow law-abiding citizens to carry concealed handguns in other states that also allow individuals to carry concealed firearms. This in no way will allow people who should not have guns to legally access one. Each individual must still undergo the necessary legal steps to obtain a concealed carry license. No state laws will be changed by the legislation. Gun owners will be held accountable according to the laws of the state through which they are traveling.

This week, the bill passed the House by a vote of 231 to 198.

help remains
Though Disaster Assistance registration ended on November 30, help still remains for those affected by Hurricane Harvey. 

Disaster Recovery Centers remain a resource. For a list of DRCs in TX14 visit bit.ly/TX14HarveyResources or www.fema.gov/DRC.

If your FEMA application was denied, you may appeal this decision. Your FEMA application may have been denied for several reasons, including but not limited to: Information is incorrect or application is incomplete; damage is not to the primary residence; another household claim is already in existence; disaster-related losses cannot be verified; or losses have been covered by insurance.

More information regarding filing an appeal may be found at www.fema.gov/news-release/2017/10/26/fact-sheet-fema-determination-letters-how-file-appeal

Please remember that my staff and I are here as a resource for you. If you have any questions or need any assistance, do not hesitate to reach out to us. 

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WASHINGTON, DC OFFICE
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Phone: (202) 225-2831
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BEAUMONT OFFICE
505 Orleans St Suite 103
Beaumont, TX 77701
Phone: (409) 835-0108
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LAKE JACKSON OFFICE
122 West Way Suite 301
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Phone: (979) 285-0231
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LEAGUE CITY OFFICE
174 Calder Rd Suite 150
League City, TX 77573
Phone: (281) 316-0231
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