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.
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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.
EnergyFederalFormer Texas Governor Rick Perry Officially Resigns as Secretary of Energy
Sarah McConnellDecember 2, 2019
The longest-serving governor in Texas history and a two-time presidential candidate, Rick Perry officially resigned as Secretary of Energy on Sunday.
FederalSen. Ted Cruz and Reps. Crenshaw, Thornberry Praise Raid that Led to Terrorist Leader’s Death
Sarah McConnellOctober 28, 2019
Texas congressional leaders were quick to praise U.S. special forces for the covert operation that led to the death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
EnergyIssuesTradeDepartment of Energy Says Natural Gas Key to Decreasing Emissions in Europe and Asia
Brad JohnsonSeptember 30, 2019
A new study touts potential environmental benefits as countries increasingly move towards natural gas to meet their energy needs.