FederalCruz, Cornyn Criticize White House Response to Russian War Against Ukraine
Daniel FriendMarch 16, 2022
The Texas senators criticized the White House for its foreign policies leading up to and amid the ongoing Russian war against Ukraine.
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EnergyFederalU.S. House Approves Rep. Lloyd Doggett’s Bill to Ban Russian Energy Imports
Daniel FriendMarch 10, 2022
A Texas member’s legislation to ban energy imports from Russia was approved by the House with large bipartisan support.
Energy costs are soaring in Texas and throughout the world after a long period of cheap oil and gasoline prices.
Statewide NewsTaxes & SpendingTexas to Divest from Russian Businesses, Comptroller Says
Brad JohnsonMarch 4, 2022
The decision from the State of Texas comes as the Russian invasion of Ukraine moves into its second week.
Elections 2022FederalImmigration & BorderIssuesRussian, Chinese Illegal Aliens Breached Southern Border, Gov. Greg Abbott Says
Hayden SparksMarch 1, 2022
Russia and China are in the spotlight as the Ukrainian people defend their country from Russia’s invasion.
FederalIssuesTradeTexas Officials Call for Support to Ukraine, Pressure on Russia After Putin Launches War
Daniel FriendFebruary 24, 2022
Texas officials have condemned the Russian attack on Ukraine, calling for actions to be taken against Putin’s regime.
FederalSenate Democrats Block Cruz’s Effort to Sanction Russian Pipeline
Daniel FriendJanuary 13, 2022
Most Senate Democrats backed the White House and voted against Sen. Ted Cruz’s measure to impose sanctions against Russia’s new pipeline.
FederalTexas Sen. Ted Cruz Stops Blockade on 32 Biden Nominees for Vote on Russian Pipeline Sanctions
Daniel FriendDecember 20, 2021
The Texas Senator agreed to stop his blockade of 32 Biden nominations in exchange for a vote on sanctions of a Russian pipeline within a few weeks.
FederalTaxes & SpendingMost Texas Republicans in U.S. House Vote for Annual Defense Bill After Removal of Controversial Provisions
Daniel FriendDecember 8, 2021
In a 363 to 70 vote, House members approved a $778 billion defense spending bill that now moves to the upper chamber.
Civil SocietyEnergyOil Prices Drop After OPEC-Russia Deal Falls Through, Coronavirus Concerns Grow
Brad JohnsonMarch 9, 2020
On top of coronavirus concerns, the oil market received a hit after Saudi Arabia and Russia began a production war after talks between the two OPEC nations stalled.
FederalStatewide NewsRep. Dan Crenshaw’s Bill Prohibiting Drone Sales with China Passes House
Sarah McConnellFebruary 13, 2020
Texas Rep. Dan Crenshaw's proposed legislation prohibiting drone sales with China passed by voice vote in the House with support from fellow Texas Rep. Van Taylor.
FederalImmigration & BorderIssuesTaxes & SpendingDefense Bill Passes in the House with Border and Military Implications for Texas
Sarah McConnellDecember 12, 2019
The conference report for the National Defense Authorization Act passed Wednesday night with overwhelming bipartisan support from the Texas delegation.