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Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Introduce Bill to use Funds Seized from Corrupt Venezuelan Individuals for the Venezuelan People

By Austin News | Oct 27, 2023

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, along with several colleagues, has reintroduced the Preserving Accountability for National Assets Act (PANA Act), a bill aimed at using funds seized from corrupt individuals connected to the Chavez and Maduro regimes in Venezuela for the benefit of the Venezuelan people. The bill proposes the creation of a "Venezuela Restoration Fund" to be managed by the State Department, with the intention of supporting the development of Venezuelan democracy and civil society.The PANA Act has garnered support from Senators Marco Rubio, Pete Ricketts, Bill...

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Over 100 Lawmakers Call for CHIPS Permitting Reform in Final Defense Bill

By Austin News | Oct 27, 2023

Over 100 lawmakers, including U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz and Senator Mark Kelly, are urging Congressional leaders to include an amendment in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to streamline the CHIPS permitting reform process. This amendment, which received overwhelming bipartisan support in the Senate, aims to provide regulatory certainty and expedite the construction of semiconductor manufacturing plants.In a letter addressed to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, the lawmakers stressed the importance of preventing any...

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Governor Abbott Announces Over $900,000 In Workforce Readiness Grants To Texas Schools

By Austin News | Oct 26, 2023

Governor Greg Abbot has announced that the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has awarded five dual credit grants totaling over $900,000 to five Texas independent school districts (ISD). These grants will enable the ISDs to purchase, repair, or replace equipment for career and technical education programs that provide postsecondary training to students for high-demand industries.In a press release, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of developing a highly skilled workforce to maintain Texas' position as the economic engine of America. He stated, "To keep Texas the...

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Sen. Cruz, Rep. Graves Lead Coalition Calling on Biden Admin to Allow LNG By Rail

By Austin News | Oct 26, 2023

U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) are leading a coalition of federal lawmakers calling on the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to reverse its suspension of rules allowing liquefied natural gas (LNG) by rail. The lawmakers have written a letter to PHMSA Deputy Administrator Tristan Brown, expressing concerns about the administration's green agenda and its impact on American energy investment and safety.In the letter, the...

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Governor Abbott Lauds Texas As Global Medical Research Leader In Houston

By Austin News | Oct 26, 2023

Governor Greg Abbott praised Texas as a global medical research leader during the grand opening of the TMC3 Collaborative Building at Texas Medical Center's Helix Park in Houston. The new facility will serve as a hub of innovation, bringing together academic institutions and industry partners to facilitate groundbreaking medical research.Speaking at the event, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of Texas Medical Center in providing world-class healthcare and research. He said, "Texans know that if they want access to the best care—from the best doctors, nurses, and...

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Sens. Cruz, Crapo, Ricketts Introduce Legislation to Halt Biden Electric Vehicles Mandate

By Austin News | Oct 25, 2023

U.S. Senators Ted Cruz, Mike Crapo, and Pete Ricketts, along with several colleagues, have introduced the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act in response to the Biden administration's executive overreach banning gasoline-powered vehicles and establishing an electric vehicle (EV) mandate. The bill aims to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from implementing its rule that restricts consumer choice and limits the vehicles that Texans can purchase based on emissions reductions.Senator Cruz expressed concern over the Biden administration's abuse of the...

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Cornyn Meets with AIPAC and Texas Jewish Advocates to Discuss Israel's Security

By Austin News | Oct 25, 2023

U.S. Senator John Cornyn from Texas had a meeting with the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and members of the Texas Jewish community to address the recent attacks by Hamas on Israel and the response from the United States. The meeting took place on October 25, 2023, in Washington.During the discussion, Senator Cornyn expressed his unwavering support for Israel and highlighted his role as a cosponsor of a bipartisan resolution in support of the country. This resolution had recently passed the Senate unanimously. In addition, Sen. Cornyn has been actively...

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Special Information for F1 Visitors Flying out of AUS

By Austin News Report | Oct 25, 2023

A record-breaking 45,000+ people will fly out of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on Monday, October 23 - the Monday after the Formula One United States Grand Prix. Here is everything travelers need to know:

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Governor Abbott Appoints Five To State Independent Living Council

By Austin News | Oct 25, 2023

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed five individuals to serve on the State Independent Living Council in Texas. Lisa Thompson, Juanita Webber, Erin “Amanda” Bowdoin, Bonnie Notargiacomo, and Melva Henderson have all been selected to contribute their expertise and experience to the council.Lisa Thompson, who resides in Atlanta, has been appointed as the External Affairs Officer for the City of Texarkana. She is also an adjunct professor at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. Thompson is actively involved in various organizations, such as the Opportunities, Inc. Board...

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Attor­ney Gen­er­al Ken Pax­ton Sends Let­ter to Mem­bers of Con­gress Shar­ing Analy­sis of Colony Ridge Issue

By Austin News Report | Oct 25, 2023

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to members of the Texas delegation in the United States Congress detailing the Office of the Attorney General’s findings and analysis regarding the Colony Ridge development in Liberty County, Texas.

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Sen. Cruz’s Effort to Curb Social Media Use a “Smart Bill Addressing a Growing Problem for Kids”

By Austin News | Oct 25, 2023

In a recent editorial for the Fort Worth Star Telegram, Nicole Russell expressed support for U.S. Senator Ted Cruz's proposed legislation to limit social media use in elementary and secondary schools. The bill, known as the Eyes on the Board Act, aims to restrict children's access to social media sites by requiring schools that receive federal broadband funding to block access on subsidized networks and devices.Russell praised Sen. Cruz's bill as a "smart" and necessary initiative to address a growing problem that is often not taken seriously enough. She emphasized the...

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Cornyn, Klobuchar Bill to Improve Investigations of Online Child Exploitation Passes Senate

By Austin News | Oct 25, 2023

U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) have successfully passed the Project Safe Childhood Act in the Senate. The bill aims to enhance the investigation and prosecution of online child exploitation cases. Sen. Cornyn expressed his concern for the safety of children, stating, "No child should be exposed to vicious threats from online predators. This bill would make key strategic improvements to give law enforcement officers and federal prosecutors the tools to go after online child predators and ensure more children are shielded from this horrific...

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Cornyn Meets with South Texas Military Task Force to Discuss Support for Military Installations

By Austin News | Oct 25, 2023

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) recently met with members of the South Texas Military Task Force to discuss their efforts in supporting military installations in the Coastal Bend region. The task force, comprised of local business leaders, industry representatives, military officials, and elected officials, focuses on providing assistance to important military bases such as the Corpus Christi Army Depot, Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, and Naval Air Station Kingsville.During the meeting, Senator Cornyn had the opportunity to speak with Executive Director Kresten Cook...

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Cornyn Blasts Biden Admin for Migrant Child Abuse Scandal

By Austin News | Oct 25, 2023

Today, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) voiced his strong criticism of the Biden administration for its failure to monitor the well-being of migrant children placed with sponsors. Senator Cornyn expressed concern that many of these children may be subjected to labor trafficking. He accused the administration of outsourcing immigration policy to criminal cartels, allowing them to profit from smuggling people and drugs into the United States.Senator Cornyn highlighted the devastating consequences of this negligence, stating, "The casualties associated with that – the...

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Sens. Cruz, Cornyn Confront Biden Administration's Weaponization of the Endangered Species Act in Texas

By Austin News | Oct 24, 2023

U.S. Senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn of Texas have expressed their strong concerns regarding the U.S. Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service's proposed rule to list two species of blind, translucent catfish as endangered under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The rule directly impacts the Edwards Aquifer in Bexar County, Texas, which provides drinking water to over 1.7 million Texans.In a letter addressed to Secretary Haaland and Director Williams, the senators criticized the Biden administration for prioritizing the well-being of blind catfish over...

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Cornyn Discusses Biden’s Border Funding Request, Previews Border Trip

By Austin News | Oct 24, 2023

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that he and Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) will be leading a group of Senate Republicans on a visit to the Rio Grande Valley this week. This visit comes as they discuss the border-related provisions in President Biden’s emergency supplemental funding request.Senator Cornyn expressed his opinion on President Biden's funding request, stating, "While I’m glad President Biden seems to have awakened to the fact that the status quo at the border is unsustainable, his emergency funding request shows he’s still absolutely disinterested in...

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Senator John Cornyn Meets with Texas Tech System Leadership to Discuss Semiconductor Education Research

By Austin News | Oct 24, 2023

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) had a productive meeting today with the Texas Tech University (TTU) System Chancellor Tedd Mitchell, TTU President Lawrence Schovanec, and Midwestern State University President Stacia Haynie. The discussion centered around semiconductor education research and other priorities for the University System.During the meeting, Senator Cornyn emphasized the importance of investing in semiconductor education to meet the growing demand for skilled workers in the industry. He highlighted the need for collaboration between academia and industry to...

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Cornyn, Padilla Introduce Bill to Help Make U.S. Electric Grid More Resilient

By Austin News | Oct 24, 2023

U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Alex Padilla (D-CA) have introduced the Grid Resilience Innovation and Development (GRID) Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at making the U.S. electric grid more resilient, secure, and efficient. The bill directs the U.S. Department of Energy to conduct research on how quantum applications and computing can be utilized to address the challenges faced by the electric grid.In a statement, Senator Cornyn emphasized the need for the electric grid to be able to handle extreme weather events, increased demand, and other challenges. He stated,...

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10 companies in cities within Williamson County received 10 inspections in Q3 2023

By Austin News | Oct 23, 2023

There were 10 companies in cities associated with Williamson County that received 10 FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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APD Announces Success in Safety Measures at ACL 2023

By Austin News Report | Oct 23, 2023

To combat crime during the Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival 2023, Austin Police Department (APD) officers worked tirelessly throughout both weekends. The results of our officer’s hard work helped deter criminal activity, stop crimes in progress, and apprehend several offenders. These combined efforts dramatically reduced the chance of festival-goers falling victim to a crime.