It's exciting to witness the tremendous economic growth we're experiencing here in Texas. Our state continues to lead the nation in economic growth and opportunity.
A great example of that growth is Cheniere Energy's plans to build an $11 billion liquefied natural gas terminal in Corpus Christi and then expanding the plan by $6-7 billion before even breaking ground. This project will increase jobs locally and further bolster our economy. Read more about Cheniere to Expand, Increasing Jobs in Texas
The enhanced prediction of severe weather events is of great importance in protecting the public from injury and loss of property. My home state of Texas has seen record breaking flooding that caused widespread damage and loss of many lives in my district. Read more about Congressman Lamar Smith Advocates for Improved Weather Forecasting
The Donald has now entered center stage, and while he may be a fascinating personality, the one debate I would love to see is not The Donald debating the rest of the Republican field but The Donald debating The Donald. Read more about Who Is The Real Donald?
Today the White House today announced a nuclear deal with Iran. A nuclear Iran is an unacceptable risk to American security and world peace. Earlier this spring I voted to ensure Congress and the American people have the final say on any deal President Obama makes with Iran. Read more about Deal Puts Iran Sanction Relief Above American Security
When it comes to our children’s education, I believe local communities know how to address their own needs better than Washington does, which is why I support H.R. 5, the Student Success Act. It is for this same reason that I voted against No Child Left Behind in 2001 and am against Common Core – because Washington-based education policies simply do not work. Read more about Sessions: 'A One-Size-Fits-All Education System is Not Effective'
Today the terrorist army of ISIS is stronger than ever. It maims, rapes, pillages, burns, and beheads in its zeal to commit religious genocide against anyone who disagrees with them.
I welcome the resignation of Office of Personnel and Management Director Katherine Archuleta. Archuleta announced Friday that she would step down following recent news of data breaches that compromised the personal information of more than 20 million federal employees. Read more about Congressman Lamar Smith Responds to OPM Director Resignation