November 10, 2009
In the aftermath of the most recent attempt at a government takeover of an industry, I would like to invite you to a town hall meeting this Thursday, November 12 at Hunter’s Creek Elementary School.
Continue reading Town Hall Meeting Thursday, November 12, 2009
November 09, 2009
In the last year, the federal government has taken over portions of the banks, the auto industry, and the housing industry. On Saturday night they emerged one step closer to…
Continue reading Statement on the Passage of Government Run Health Care
November 05, 2009
Tonight Texans’ and Americans’ hearts are heavy with the news of the thoughtless and senseless tragedy that occurred in Fort Hood, Texas. We will forever remember and honor the brave…
November 05, 2009
By STEWART M. POWELL – Nov. 4, 2009
WASHINGTON — In one last salvo aimed at the House Democratic plan to overhaul health care, Houston-area Republican congressmen claimed Wednesday that famed…
Continue reading Houston Chronicle: GOP lawmakers rap federal ‘control’
November 05, 2009
By SUZANNE GAMBOA – Nov. 4, 2009
WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. John Culberson had reporters in the room, conferenced on the phone, and his constituents watching by Webcast, Twitter and Facebook…
Continue reading AP: Texan wires in the public on health care reform
November 03, 2009
Please join me tonight to discuss the current health care bill schedule for a vote this week.
Continue reading Live at 7:00 PM (CDT) Town Hall with Congressman Culberson
October 28, 2009
Congressman Culberson explains Republican alternatives to government run health care.
Continue reading Health Care Needs A Tune Up, Not A Trade In
October 28, 2009
Flu season is upon us and many people have questions regarding the H1N1 vaccine. The Department of Homeland Security has recommended that the novel H1N1 flu vaccine be made available…
October 21, 2009
The nonpartisan, nonprofit Sunlight Foundation honored Congressmen Culberson and Brian Baird (D-WA) for their efforts to post legislation online at least 72 hours prior to a vote.
Continue reading Americans Demand More Transparency from Elected Officals
October 20, 2009
A 1,500 page bill that raises taxes, raises premiums and cuts Medicare is not reform. Read More »
October 16, 2009
Today the Administration claimed that the $1 trillion “stimulus” created or saved “about one million jobs in the first seven months.” I am stunned the administration would turn a blind…
October 13, 2009
WASHINGTON–(Business Wire)–
The Council for Citizens Against Government Waste (CCAGW) today honored nine members of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas as Taxpayer Heroes for their high scores in the…
October 08, 2009
By: David Rogers
October 7, 2009 08:25 PM EST
Democrats pushed ahead Wednesday with a $42.8 billion homeland security budget that keeps alive the goal of closing Guantanamo someday while preserving President…
October 07, 2009
Today during the conference committee meeting on the Homeland Security Appropriations Bill, House Democrats left the door open for terrorists to be transferred to U.S. soil… Read More ››
Continue reading Democrats Leave Door Open for Terrorists To Be Transferred To U.S.
October 06, 2009
The cap and trade plan should really be called “the light switch tax,” because if this bill becomes law, you will pay a tax every time you flip your light switch. Read More ››
Continue reading Culberson: Boxer-Kerry bill means more taxes for Texas
October 02, 2009
While some economists, including Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, have declared recently the Great Recession may be bottoming out, unemployment continues to go up — and Texas Republicans are blaming…
Continue reading Chron.com: Culberson, Cornyn, Brady hammer Obama on jobless numbers
October 02, 2009
While the president has worked to assert control over the banking, auto, insurance, energy and health care industries, hardworking Americans continue to lose their jobs. Today, the Labor Department announced that hundreds of thousands more Americans are without employment.
October 01, 2009
By Rep. John Culberson (R-Texas) – 10/01/09 11:10 AM ET
Record high spending bills are passing the House without a chance for Members of Congress and the American public to read…
Continue reading Transparency will Help restore public trust (Rep. John Culberson)
September 28, 2009
Ever have a yearning to mark up pending health-care legislation like one of those high-powered lobbyists or a duly elected representative of the people? Now’s your chance — and there may even be a real, live congressman at the other end, absorbing your advice.
September 24, 2009
View H.R. 3200 and leave a comment. I look forward to reading your thoughts and restoring public trust in the government by raising the level of openness, order and discourse.
September 24, 2009
Instead of waiting around for Congress to pass his legislation to require that all bills be posted online before getting a vote, Rep. John Culberson found a way to start doing it himself.
September 24, 2009
By Jordan Fabian – 09/24/09 09:21 AM ET
Rep. John Culberson (R-Texas) on Thursday answered the call of those who have requested that Congress read the entire healthcare reform bill prior…
Continue reading The Hill: Culberson posts full health bill online
September 24, 2009
The President promised to publish legislation online for public review and comment before signing but has not lived up to his promise. Read More ››
Continue reading Culberson Puts Health Care Bill Online for Public Comment
September 23, 2009
A bipartisan group of House lawmakers on Wednesday announced an effort that would force Democratic leaders to give members of Congress — and the public — 72 hours to review…
Continue reading The Washington Times: Lawmakers push for bill review period
September 18, 2009
Yesterday Conservatives, joined by a majority of Democrats, worked in a bipartisan fashion to ensure that not another dime of your hard earned tax dollars is spent on the corrupt community organization ACORN. Read More ››
Continue reading Culberson Calls for an Investigation into ACORN
September 17, 2009
Today marks the 222nd anniversary of the signing our nation’s Constitution. Great advances have been made over these 222 years, but many setbacks have also occurred. Sadly, the America our founding fathers envisioned is not the country we live in today.
September 15, 2009
Today, the liberal House leadership plans to waste thousands of taxpayer dollars by censuring Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC). This censure resolution is a perfect example of why Congress has such low approval ratings.
Continue reading Americans Pay Thousands For Another Apology
September 11, 2009
Eight years ago today, 19 men armed with nothing more than box cutters and airplane tickets ended nearly 3000 American lives. They turned 16 acres of New York City into ash, penetrated the headquarters of our military, and left a burning crater in Pennsylvania – the birthplace of our republic.
Continue reading Statement on the Anniversary of September 11, 2001
September 09, 2009
Tonight President Obama demonstrated that he has not listened to the millions of Americans who have stood up and said “no” to government run health care. Read More ››
Continue reading Health Care Needs A Tune Up, Not A Trade In
September 08, 2009
This afternoon I conducted an interview with Fox Business and discussed how we need to tune up our health care, not trade it in. Watch the video ››
August 19, 2009
Video from Congressman Culberson’s Jersey Village Town Hall
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August 12, 2009
Thank you to everyone who attended my town hall on Thursday, August 6, 2009.
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July 28, 2009
To view Congressman Culberson’s remarks, please continue reading below.
Continue reading Congressman Culberson Discusses Health Care
July 23, 2009
Today Congressman Culberson and Members of the House leadership spoke out against the censorship taking place in the U.S. House of Representatives…
July 22, 2009
Please join me tonight at 7 P.M. (CDT) for a live Teletown Hall to discuss our Nation’s current fiscal crisis and other pressing issues.
July 21, 2009
I am deeply saddened by the death of police officer Henry Canales’ tragic and untimely death.
July 20, 2009
Contact: Staff Assistant Katie Brindell
Phone: 202-225-2571
Date: 07/20/09
H.Res. 607 – Celebrating the Fortieth Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing. This bill celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing,…
July 20, 2009
Forty years ago today, millions of Americans watched as the Lunar Module “Eagle” landed on the surface of the moon with Neil Armstrong taking the first steps and remarking, “That’s one small step for (a) man, one giant leap for mankind.”
Continue reading Commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the first Moon Landing
July 16, 2009
Today I had the opportunity to testify before the Senate Budget Committee about CBO’s most recent analysis of the long-term budget outlook. Read the full post ››
Continue reading Statement by Congressional Budget Office Director
July 15, 2009
Contact: Communications Director Megan Mitchell
Phone: 202-225-2571
Date: 07/15/09
To view the video, please click on the screen below.
Continue reading Congressman Culberson Discusses Health Care On FOX Business
July 14, 2009
Contact: Communications Director Megan Mitchell
Phone: 202-225-2571
Date: 07/14/09
Please click on the screen below to view Congressman Culberson’s floor speech.
Continue reading Congressman Culberson Discuss the Record Setting $1 Trillion Deficit
July 14, 2009
Contact: Communications Director Megan Mitchell
Phone: 202-225-2571
Date: 07/14/09
Today the U.S. Treasury announced that the federal deficit has topped $1 trillion for the first time ever. The share of the deficit for…
