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Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill to Quickly Replenish U.S. Defense Stockpiles After Providing Aid to Allies Signed Into Law

By Austin News | Dec 22, 2023

U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Dick Durbin (D-IL), and Marco Rubio (R-FL) have successfully passed the Securing American Acquisitions, Readiness, and Military Stockpiles (ARMS) Act. This bill, which was signed into law as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, aims to enhance the Department of Defense's (DoD) procurement authorities and enable the speedy replenishment of American defense stockpiles after providing aid to allies or partners attacked by foreign adversaries.Sen. Cornyn expressed his satisfaction with the legislation,...

Texas Again Leads Nation In Annual Jobs Growth

By Austin News | Dec 22, 2023

Governor Greg Abbott announced today that Texas continues to lead the nation in annual jobs growth, adding more jobs over the last 12 months than any other state. The November employment data released by the Texas Workforce Commission and the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that Texas has set three new record highs for total jobs, the number of Texans working, and the size of the Texas labor force."Texas dominates as America's jobs engine, again adding more jobs over the last 12 months than any state in the nation," said Governor Abbott. "I am proud that more Texans are...

Cornyn, Warner Bill to Reform Security Classification System Signed Into Law

By Austin News | Dec 22, 2023

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Mark Warner (D-VA) have successfully passed the Sensible Classification Act, a bill aimed at reforming the security classification system. The legislation, which increases accountability and oversight of the classification system, limits overclassification, and directs federal agencies to justify security clearance requirements, was signed into law as part of the Intelligence Authorization Act included in the National Defense Authorization Act.Senator Cornyn emphasizes the delicate...

Cornyn, Peters Bill to Protect U.S. Transportation Infrastructure from Chinese Espionage Signed into Law

By Austin News | Dec 22, 2023

U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Gary Peters (D-MI) have successfully pushed for legislation to protect the country's transportation infrastructure from potential espionage threats posed by the Chinese government and other hostile governments. Their bill, the Airport Infrastructure Resources (AIR) Security Act, has been signed into law as part of the National Defense Authorization Act.The legislation aims to prevent government grants from being used to subsidize the purchase of airport infrastructure, such as jet bridges, from hostile governments. Sen. Cornyn...

Cornyn, Heinrich Bill to Confront Security Risks from Chinese Cranes at U.S. Ports Signed Into Law

By Austin News | Dec 22, 2023

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM) have successfully passed the Cranes of Concern at our Ports (CCP) Act, which aims to address the security risks posed by Chinese cranes at U.S. ports. The bill, now signed into law as part of the Intelligence Authorization Act included in the National Defense Authorization Act, requires the federal government to evaluate the threats posed by cranes manufactured in countries of concern, particularly those made by China's Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Company (ZPMC).Sen. Cornyn highlighted the...

Governor Abbott Grants Clemency To Three Texans Recommended By Texas Board Of Pardons And Paroles

By Austin News | Dec 21, 2023

Austin, Texas - Governor Greg Abbott has granted pardons and restoration of civil rights to three Texans who were recommended by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles. The individuals who received clemency are Robert Phillip Marsh, Heather Christine Sherman, and Jerry Lynn Smith.Robert Phillip Marsh, 51, was granted clemency for a theft charge dating back to 1990 in Midland County. He was sentenced to two years of deferred adjudication probation. Heather Christine Sherman, 33, received clemency for a possession of marijuana charge from 2010 in Collin County. She served...

Cornyn, GOP Colleagues Slam Mayorkas for Suspending Cross-Border Rail Commerce to Process Migrants

By Austin News | Dec 21, 2023

U.S. Senator John Cornyn and seven of his Republican Senate colleagues have criticized U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for suspending cross-border rail commerce to process migrants. In a letter addressed to Mayorkas, the senators expressed their concern about the recent decision by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to close rail routes in Eagle Pass and El Paso, Texas.The senators emphasized the negative impact of this decision on carriers' ability to transport goods across the North American rail network. They pointed out that the...

The North (Texas) Pole - Celebrating Christmas in Grapevine, Texas

By Austin News | Dec 21, 2023

Bells are ringing and children are singing as the town of Grapevine, located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, embraces the holiday spirit and transforms into the "Christmas Capital of Texas." With over 1,400 holiday events in a 40-day stretch, Grapevine offers visitors a chance to make unforgettable Christmas memories.Grapevine's journey to becoming the Christmas Capital of Texas began in the late 1990s when the Grapevine Festival and Events Department started expanding its Christmas efforts. Their goal was to attract locals and tourists alike to...

Dallas Christian School standout Taylor Jones’ college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, December 20

By Austin News | Dec 21, 2023

The Texas Longhorns won 104-51 in their NCAA D1 game against the UTRGV Vaqueros on Wednesday, December 20.

DeSoto High School standouts Amina Muhammad and Tionna Herron’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, December 20

By Austin News | Dec 21, 2023

The Texas Longhorns won 104-51 in their NCAA D1 game against the UTRGV Vaqueros on Wednesday, December 20.

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Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill to Quickly Replenish U.S. Defense Stockpiles After Providing Aid to Allies Signed Into Law

Texas Again Leads Nation In Annual Jobs Growth

Cornyn, Warner Bill to Reform Security Classification System Signed Into Law

Cornyn, Peters Bill to Protect U.S. Transportation Infrastructure from Chinese Espionage Signed into Law

Cornyn, Heinrich Bill to Confront Security Risks from Chinese Cranes at U.S. Ports Signed Into Law

Governor Abbott Grants Clemency To Three Texans Recommended By Texas Board Of Pardons And Paroles

Cornyn, GOP Colleagues Slam Mayorkas for Suspending Cross-Border Rail Commerce to Process Migrants

The North (Texas) Pole - Celebrating Christmas in Grapevine, Texas

Dallas Christian School standout Taylor Jones’ college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, December 20

DeSoto High School standouts Amina Muhammad and Tionna Herron’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, December 20

Abbie Boutilier, former Flower Mound High School standout, played on Wednesday, December 20 in NCAA D1 game

Moore High School standout Aaliyah Moore’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, December 20

Evit - Mesquite High School standout Shaylee Gonzales’ college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, December 20

On Wednesday, December 20, Montverde Academy standout Jordana Codio competed in NCAA D1 game

On Wednesday, December 20, former Cedar Park High School standout Gisella Maul’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

On Wednesday, December 20, former Keller High School standout Sarah Graves’ college team won in an NCAA D1 game

Khadija Faye, former Father Lopez Catholic High School standout, played on Wednesday, December 20 in NCAA D1 game

On Wednesday, December 20, Westlake Alter standout Shay Holle competed in NCAA D1 game

On Wednesday, December 20, Pearland High School standout DeYona Gaston competed in NCAA D1 game

On Wednesday, December 20, Washington High School standout Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda competed in NCAA D1 game

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