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Public Fishing Access Areas Open Again on the Guadalupe River
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has signed temporary leased access agreements with four Guadalupe River property owners to expand public fishing access to the trout fishery downstream of Canyon Lake
A Victory for All American Private Property Owners
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and Congressman Mac Thornberry (R-Clarendon) published the following op-ed in the Wichita Falls Times Record News on their Red River Private Property Protection Act, which passed the House of Representatives last week
Renters with Storm Damage May Apply for Disaster Assistance
Renters displaced from their homes or apartments by the October storms may be eligible for federal disaster assistance, which may include grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Sen. Cruz: Keeping America Safe at Home and Strong Abroad
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today delivered an address focused on national security policy at The Heritage Foundation. In this policy rollout, Sen. Cruz detailed strategic points to keep our country safe at home and strong abroad, while protecting Americans’ liberty.
Commissioner Miller’s Remarks at the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Water and Rural Affairs
Chairman Perry and members, good morning. I’m Sid Miller, Commissioner of Agriculture. I have been invited here to testify on proposed changes to the Texas Department of Agriculture’s fee structure. Mr. Chairman, I have prepared testimony for the committee and I also have staff from TDA with me to assist with any questions you may have
Bill to protect Red River landowners from Obama Administration passes House
The “Red River Private Property Protection Act,” H.R. 2130, introduced by U.S. Congressman Mac Thornberry (R-Clarendon), today passed the House of Representatives. The bill, which passed by a vote of 253-177, would provide legal certainty to landowners by ending any questions about the federal government's ownership of disputed land along the Red River.
CARTER VOTES TO PROTECT TEXANS’ PRIVATE PROPERTY RIGHTS
Rep. John R. Carter voted to protect Texans’ private property rights by supporting the Red River Private Property Protection Act. This bill protects the private property of landowners along the Red River from federal ownership and management claims and requires the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to renounce their claim to the land and conduct a survey to determine ownership of the contested land
House Passes Legislation to Protect Private Property Rights
the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2130, the “Red River Private Property Protection Act” by a vote of 253-177. The Committee passed the legislation in September. Chairman Rob Bishop (R-UT) commented upon passage
Marchant Votes to Block President’s Clean Power Plan
The House today passed S.J. Res 23 and S.J. Res 24, two bills that would block harmful Obama Administration regulations on energy producers. Specifically, the bills utilize the Congressional Review Act to prohibit the administration from issuing the same or substantively similar regulations without legislation from Congress.
All segments of Texas housing market show strong gains in 2015
Texas real estate made a strong showing in all segments of the housing market in 2015 due to continued growth in the state’s economy, jobs, and population, according to the 2015 Texas Annual Housing Report released today by the Texas Association of REALTORS
‘PTC Elimination Act’ Reaches 50 Cosponsors
The PTC Elimination Act this week received its 50th cosponsor. The bill, authored by U.S. Congressmen Kenny Marchant (TX-24) and Mike Pompeo (KS-04), would make the tax code simpler, fairer and more competitive through a phase-out and repeal of the renewable energy Production Tax Credit, or PTC.
Congressman Cuellar Hosts Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart at World Trade Bridge
Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28) and the city of Laredo welcomed Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL-25) for a tour of the World Trade Bridge as well as the Laredo airport and other parts of the city.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee ANNOUNCES $12,110,241 MILLION FEMA GRANT TO HARRIS COUNTY
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, announces a grant of over $12 million in federal funds to improve an existing storm water detention basin and provide for the construction of a new storm water detention basin. The project when completed will lower flood water surface elevations and reduce structure flooding.
Texas Department of Agriculture Announces $8.5 Million Available to Feed Homebound Texans
The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) today announced the availability of $8.5 million in grant funding to assist nonprofit groups and local governmental agencies through the Texans Feeding Texans: Home-Delivered Meal Grant Program. More than 18 percent of our state’s elderly population is facing the threat of hunger. With that in mind, the 84th Texas Legislature increased funding for this vital grant program.
Know Your Insurance Coverage Before Renting Out Home
Home sharing has become popular as homeowners in areas near seasonal festivals and events discover a ready source of additional income in short-term rentals. Before renting out your home, it is important to find out if your homeowners insurance policy will cover such arrangements.
Safe Room Program Offers Cooke County, Texas Residents Peace of Mind
Faced with a long local history of dangerous tornadoes, Cooke County officials wanted to help residents protect themselves. They achieved that goal by offering homeowners financial incentives to build tornado shelters and safe rooms.
TDHCA to the rent rescue
One unfortunate trait shared by many rural Texas communities is a shortage of safe, decent rental housing. Because of this short supply, it can be extremely difficult – not to mention expensive – to secure such housing
Texas Environmental Quality Chair Joins Smith in Criticizing EPA Power Plan
Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Lamar Smith (R-Texas) today welcomed Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Chairman Dr. Bryan Shaw, who testified before a Subcommittee on Environment hearing to examine the impacts of the Environmental Protection Agency’s power plan regulation. The plan would require Texas to shoulder the burden of at least 18 percent of the total national emissions reduction.
Preliminary Flood Maps in Willacy County and Cameron County in Texas Ready for Public...
Homeowners, renters and business owners in Willacy County and Cameron County in Texas are encouraged to look over newly-released preliminary flood maps in order to determine their flood risks and make informed decisions.
Commissioner Miller Applauds Decision by Federal Judge to Halt Water Rule
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today applauded a federal court’s decision to block the expansion of the Clean Water Act by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The new Clean Water Act requirements took effect today. The injunction out of North Dakota impacts the 13 states that were part of the lawsuit filed in North Dakota in June 2015.
