John Culberson – U.S. House of Representatives

Today, the House Appropriations Committee will be considering the fiscal year 2014 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill. The bill provides funding to ensure that our military and our…

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“You’ve grown up hearing voices…warn that tyranny is always lurking just around the corner. You should reject these voices…Because what they suggest is that we can’t be trusted.”

–President Barack Obama,…

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Washington, DC – Today, Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) and 33 of his colleagues joined leaders from several House committees in expressing outrage with recent press reports that the Department of Health…

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Since President Obama and then-Speaker Pelosi pushed through their health-care reform law, the House has voted 37 times to repeal part or all of Obamacare. Some critics of House conservatives…

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HOUSTON—Rep. John Culberson is pleased to announce Betsy Goodman of Episcopal High School as this year’s congressional art competition winner for the 7^th District of Texas.  Her winning submission, Lily Pond, will…

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Last week, I voted for H.R. 624, The Cybersecurity Information Sharing and Protection Act, commonly known as CISPA.

There is no doubt that a free and unfettered internet has been a…

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The President’s Budget By The Numbers

• $8.2 Trillion In New Debt
• $1.1 Trillion In New Taxes
• $964 Billion In New Spending

The budget President Obama finally released today is months late and so full…

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – FRC Action and CitizenLink recognized Congressman John Culberson (TX-7) as a “True Blue” Member of Congress for unwavering commitment and consistent support in defense of life and…

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The Keystone XL pipeline project is not just a pipeline – it’s a lifeline. It’s a lifeline for the tens of thousands of out-of-work Americans who will gain direct jobs…

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Rep. John Culberson joined other Members of Congress in writing a letter to President Obama protesting the White House’s decision to cancel public tours. On March 5, 2013, the White House…

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• There is no new Obamacare funding in the CR.

• There is no dedicated funding stream for Obamacare in the CR.

Yesterday I voted for the H.R. 933, the Department of Defense, Military…

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One of the best parts of my job is supporting our men and women in uniform, from nominating outstanding high school students to our military academies to ensuring rights and…

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I’m honored to chair the first hearing of the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Subcommittee this morning with the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The hearing will focus on military…

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WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Rep. John Culberson (TX-7) was presented with the “ACU Conservative” Award by the American Conservative Union.  The award is given to Members of Congress who demonstrate the conservative…

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Washington, DC – Today, Congressman John Culberson (TX-07), Congressman Frank Wolf (VA-10), Congressman Gene Green (TX-29), Congressman Pete Olson (TX-22), and Congressman Bill Posey (FL-08) reintroduced the Space Leadership Preservation Act…

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Washington, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following response to President Obama’s State of the Union address:

“Last night, President Obama told us his proposals ‘are fully paid for and fully…

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Today, I introduced a bill (H.R. 504), along with my colleagues Representatives Steve Chabot (OH-01), Randy Hultgren (IL-14), David McKinley (WV-1), and Glen ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-5), that will reduce the…

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This week marks the 40th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision legalizing abortion. In the 40 years since Roe v. Wade, there have been more than 55 million abortions in…

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As a student of Texas history, I remember that in 1836 the Army of the Republic of Texas was vastly outnumbered and outgunned and Sam Houston retreated repeatedly until he…

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In response to the tragic Newtown shootings, President Obama is calling for drastic new restrictions on the ability of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms. None of the 23…

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Yesterday, I voted for H.R. 152, the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act. This emergency spending will provide money to repair damage in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut from Hurricane Sandy.…

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In the dead of the night, with no committee hearings, no public input and no time to read the bill, the Senate approved a bill written in secret by President…

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Washington, DC – Today, Representative John Culberson (TX-7) issued the following statement after signing onto legislation introduced by Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick (PA-8) to freeze pay for members of Congress for…

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Washington, DC – Today, Representative John Culberson (TX-7) issued the following statement after the Republican Steering Committee ratified his appointment as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans…

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House passed the Dignified Burial of Veterans Act of 2012 by a vote of 393-0. The bill included language from Rep. Culberson’s bill that protects the…

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Now is the time for action. If we go over the cliff we will be left with the knowledge that it could have been prevented with a vote in the…

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Today, Rep. John Culberson joined Rep. Frank Wolf and nine of his colleagues in introducing a bill to establish a House Select Committee on the Terrorist Attack in Benghazi.

“Eighty-four days…

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Over the last few weeks you’ve probably heard about the dire consequences if we fall off the ‘fiscal cliff.’ This term refers to tax increases and automatic across-the-board spending cuts.…

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Thanksgiving provides us with an opportunity to give thanks for the many blessings in our lives. As Americans, we are blessed to live in the greatest country in the world,…

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Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) released the following statement on the situation in Gaza and his continued support for Israel:

“I stand firmly with Israel and offer my continued prayers for their safety…

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America has a spending problem, and we are living on borrowed money. Last week, the Treasury Department announced that the U.S. will hit the $16.4 trillion dollar borrowing limit by…

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Voting in America is a sacred right, and we take great pride in having an orderly election process that is free from the violence that disrupts elections in so many…

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Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) released the following statement after today’s shooting near the Arizona-Mexico border:

“Today’s early morning shooting of two Border Patrol Agents near Bisbee, Arizona, which resulted in the…

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Reps. John Culberson (TX-07), Frank Wolf (VA-10), Bill Posey (FL-15), Pete Olson (TX-22) announced the Space Leadership Preservation Act, legislation that will change business as usual…

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House passed the Veterans Fiduciary Reform Act by a voice vote.  The bill included language from Rep. Culberson’s bill that protects the religious freedoms of our veterans…

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“On this day in 1787, our Founding Fathers signed the single most important document in American history – the U.S. Constitution. At 4,400 words it is both the oldest and…

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The return of this somber anniversary every year should always remind us to pray for the families who lost loved ones and to honor the memory of those who were…

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Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement on the death of Neil Armstrong:

“This past weekend, we lost a great American, Neil Armstrong.  Commander Armstrong will forever be remembered as…

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Rep. Culberson discusses issues impacting local contractors and business owners

HOUSTON, TX – Rep. Culberson recently participated in a Congressional roundtable hosted by Associated Builders and Contractors.  His fellow panel members…

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Dear Friend,

This week, I joined my colleagues in the House and voted to stop the largest tax hike in history – which threatens more than 700,000 jobs – and to lay…

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WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) joined 127 House Republicans, led by Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) and Republican Study Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (OH-04), on a letter to Speaker…

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In 2003, Justice Anthony Kennedy said, “It is a grave mistake to retain a policy just because a court finds it constitutional.” I strongly agree with this statement. This week,…

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I have the distinct privilege of representing Rice University, which is celebrating its 100th birthday this year. Rice is one of our nation’s premiere universities and is consistently ranked as…

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Washington, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-7) issued the following statement after the House passed the fiscal year 2013 transportation appropriations bill by a vote of 261 to 163:

“Today’s House vote…

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Rep. Culberson reading SCOTUS Health Care decision

The U.S Supreme Court has reached a decision on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. To read the decision, click HERE.

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A Constitutional Conservative majority in Congress will repeal Obamacare and then work tirelessly to restore our individual liberty by getting the federal government out of our lives and out of our pockets.

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A tsunami of tax hikes is set to hit the American people in 2013 if Congress fails to act. This Special Report presents some snapshots of how Taxmegeddon will likely…

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“This is an absolute outrage on so many levels”

Dear Friend,

I am outraged the president has ignored the law and overwhelming public opposition in granting amnesty to nearly one million illegal…

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Houston, TX – This week, Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) met with representatives from the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Texas District 4 Ceremonial Team in Houston.  The VFW members thanked Rep.…

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Houston, TX – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) announces 12 outstanding students from the 7^th District have accepted an appointment to one of the United States Service Academies.

L-R: Travis Peterson (U.S. Military Academy…

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“We will accept nothing less than full victory.” – General Dwight D. Eisenhower

June 6, 1944: 160,000 Allied troops landed along a 50-mile stretch of heavily-fortified French coastline to fight Nazi…

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Bill will fund essential programs and services for our nation’s troops, veterans, and military families

Washington, DC – The House today approved the fiscal year 2013 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs…

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Houston National Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony

As we observe Memorial Day, we honor and thank the brave men and women of the United States Military who have given their lives…

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Washington D.C. – In a Committee Report released by the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, the subcommittee expressed concerns about the state of our…

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Appropriations Committee approved the fiscal year 2013 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill. The legislation totals $71.7 billion in discretionary funding, which holds…

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As a fiscally conservative “Jeffersonian republican,” Congressman John Culberson is committed to Thomas Jefferson’s vision of limited government, individual liberty, and states’ rights. Simply put, John Culberson believes in “Letting…

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Rep. Culberson addresses Metro Board: “I’m here today to support the 14 independent cities”

HOUSTON, TX – Today, Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) addressed a special meeting of the Houston METRO Board…

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WSJ Market Watch: Chairman Mack Authors Bipartisan Congressional Letter Demanding Conferees: “Build Keystone Now”

WASHINGTON, May 8, 2012  — In a bipartisan effort to put the Keystone XL pipeline on the…

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Rep. Culberson recently met with oil and gas industry leaders to discuss new cutting edge technology at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston.

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The National Day of Prayer is a vital part of our heritage. Since the first call to prayer in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for…

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“The EPA is not a conquering army, it does not wield dictatorial power, and it certainly was not granted the authority to crucify anyone – metaphorically or not.”

Washington, DC –…

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Culberson: “Not only is it fully paid for, it also reduces the deficit by $6 billion dollars.”

Washington, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement after the House…

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“I work for you and your parents,” Culberson said. “I work for District 7.”

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Rep. Culberson Accepting Submissions from Students in the 7th Congressional District

Washington, DC – Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage…

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Washington, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) recently received the US Chamber of Commerce’s prestigious “Spirit of Enterprise” award.  This award is given annually to members of Congress based on…

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Washington, DC – The National Association of Community Health Centers recently awarded Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) with its highest award – the 2012 Distinguished Community Health Advocate Award for his…

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Over the past three days the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the cases challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act. We won’t find out until June if the…

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WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) delivered the following remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives:

Mr. Speaker, America has no better friend on the face of…

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After 13 days of glory, the siege ended on the morning of March 6, 1836. All 189 defenders of the Alamo were killed. “VICTORY OR DEATH.” We owe them our very best efforts to preserve and protect the liberties they fought and died to protect.

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On March 1, 1836, delegates from the seventeen Mexican municipalities of Texas and the settlement of Pecan Point met at Washington-on-the-Brazos at the Convention of 1836 to consider independence from…

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