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Rep. Crenshaw votes to Impeachment Secretary Mayorkas 

 
This week I voted to impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas. Unfortunately, the vote failed. 

Impeachment is a political act, not a judicial one. We aren’t a court. Impeachment is our sole recourse for the people to remove a President or an official who has overwhelmingly lost the trust of the people. A lot of people claim there aren’t grounds to impeach Mayorkas because, technically, no crimes have been committed. Buth the Founders enshrined Impeachment as a recourse for the Legislative Branch to remove those in the Executive Branch who aren’t doing their jobs – event if there is no crime. It’s a feature of the checks and balances principle. That’s my interpretation of the impeachment authority. Other smart people disagree and believe a provable crime must be committed. But if that’s the case – and there is a crime committed – then wouldn’t we rely on the courts to enforce?
 
Mayorkas has abandoned his position as DHS Secretary. He has refused to execute his basic duties under the law and refused to enforce immigration law. The House plan to bring the matter up for a vote again, and I believe he will be impeached.

Listen to my podcast on impeachment. 

 
Rep. Crenshaw honored by the Nation Narcotic Officers' Associations' Coalition

 
This week I was proud to receive the National Narcotic Officers’ Associations’ Coalition’s 2023 Outstanding Member of the House award. The work these law enforcement professionals take on is vital to the security of communities across our nation. They also save lives by combating the drug cartels who are trafficking poisonous drugs into the country. It was an honor to receive this award and meet with the outstanding men and women that are taking on this fight for our country.

More from the Capitol

Reps. Crenshaw and Gottheimer Lead Bipartisan Push to Block U.S. Software to TikTok

This week I led a bipartisan letter with Rep. Josh Gottheimer calling on the Commerce department to add ByteDance – TikTok’s parent company – to the Commerce Department’s foreign entity list. As ByteDance continues to operate in the U.S., the Crenshaw-Gottheimer letter calls on the Biden Administration to use its authority to address the worst excesses of the app by preventing the transfer of U.S. software to ByteDance.
 
Unfortunately, China continues to infiltrate our private lives and poison the minds of our youth. Our threats to shut down TikTok have not stopped them from continuing to prey on the American people and collect our data. This is unacceptable and must be swiftly addressed. I support legislation to ban TikTok, full stop. But I am also calling on the Biden Administration to take immediate action to protect users across our nation.
 

EPA’s Irresponsible NAAQS Determination 

This week the EPA announced its updated National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for fine particulate matter. The action taken by the EPA is irresponsible and will be detrimental to our nation’s economy. In 2020, the EPA reviewed the standards and left them at the same level as the Obama-Biden Administration, determining them to be sufficient. The U.S. has some of the lowest fine particulate matter levels in the world, even lower than other developed nations such as France, Germany and Great Britain. What Biden’s radical EPA did with this final rule is tighten the standard of allow particulate matter by 25%, which is going to make it hard to build infrastructure like road and bridges, and manufacturing.
  

Congressman Crenshaw speaks to Energy Workforce & Technology Council

This week I had an opportunity to speak with leaders from the energy services and technology industry. Many of these companies are headquartered in the Houston area and employee hundreds of thousands of people across the nation and around the world. The energy industry in Texas is paramount to not only our local and State economy, but that of our nation’s economy as well. In my role on the Energy & Commerce Committee, I am often called on to vote on and conduct oversight of policies impacting this industry and it is always great to hear from the people in the trenches getting the job done to power our world.  

ICYMI

This week I spoke with FOX Business News' Neil Cavuto and CNN's Anderson Cooper about border security, impeaching Secretary Mayorkas and the latest U.S. air strikes on terrorists in the Middle East.

Cavuto: Coast to Coast 

AC360 with Anderson Cooper

Inside Politics with Dana Bash

With Dana Bash, I discussed the supplemental package that is being debated in the Senate, not giving up on border security, and Israel's war with Hamas.  

Constituent Services

U.S. Postal Service Hotline

It's that Time of Year...Tax Time

It is coming up on tax time, and the IRS has provided a 'check list' to help you be prepared to file your taxes. These six easy tips will help make tax preparation smoother in 2024.

1. Gather all necessary tax paperwork and records for accuracy to avoid missing a deduction or credit.
2. Remember to report all types of income on the tax return.
3. Filing electronically with direct deposit is the fastest way to receive a refund.
4. Free resources are available to help eligible taxpayers file online. Free help may also be available to qualified taxpayers.
5. Consider which filing option to use; each one has its own benefits.
6. Don’t wait on hold when calling the IRS. Use online resources at IRS.gov to get answers to tax questions, check a refund status or pay taxes.

For more information, visit the IRS.gov free help page.

Making your Spring and Summer travel plans? 

Remember to check your passport and renew it in time. Most countries require your passport be valid for an additional six months from the time you enter. 

Here are some helpful tips. 

It's Never too Early to think about Flood Insurance

June 1 marks the beginning of hurricane season, but it is never too early to think about flood insurance. In the Houston area we are subject to heavy rains even outside of hurricane season, and often flood insurance plans take at least 30 days to go into effect. Read about the National Flood Insurance Program and see these tips on why you need flood insurance.

Save the Date

February 27th, join Congressman Crenshaw and dive into the heart of cybersecurity with CISA, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. As the nation's premier cybersecurity and infrastructure protector, CISA leads the charge in defending against cyber threats, enhancing infrastructure resilience, and empowering organizations with the tools and knowledge they need to stay secure in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Ten Reasons CISA 101 with Congressman Crenshaw is a Can’t Miss Event:

1. Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats: Unlock secrets to safeguarding your business and community.
2. Secure Your Infrastructure: Master key strategies for resilience against disruptions.
3. Access Free Exclusive Tools: Leverage CISA’s toolkit to fortify your cybersecurity defenses.
4. Expand Your Network: Connect with peers and experts for collaborative strength.
5. Expert Insights: Absorb wisdom from leading cybersecurity and infrastructure professionals.
6. Master Incident Response: Equip yourself with top-notch crisis management skills.
7. Unlock Funding Opportunities: Discover financial aids to boost your security posture.
8. Explore Career Paths: Dive into the future of cybersecurity and infrastructure careers.
9. Protect Your Community: Play a pivotal role in national and community security.
10. Meet Congressman Dan Crenshaw: Seize the unique opportunity to meet and interact with Congressman Crenshaw, gaining insights directly from your federal representative.

This workshop offers a valuable opportunity for attendees to become more knowledgeable about the critical work of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and how it impacts their organizations, careers, and communities. Whether you're a small business owner, a local government official, an educator, a student, or simply someone interested in cybersecurity and infrastructure protection, this event will provide essential insights and resources to help you navigate the complexities of today's security challenges. Join Congressman Dan Crenshaw at the Lone Star College-Kingwood Student Conference Center on Tuesday, February 27th from 9:00 – 11:30 am by signing up at https://CISA-101-with-Congressman-Crenshaw.eventbrite.com. LIMITED CAPACITY EVENT: Register now!

USNA Admissions Forums

The United States Naval Academy Office of Admissions will be conducting an admissions forum in our area on Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm at Strake Jesuit College Preparatory, Houston, TX.

For more information about our USNA Admissions Forums nationwide, please go to https://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Connect/Events.php.