Crenshaw Blasts EPA Chief on Excessive Regulations

I often say the Environmental Protect Agency is one of the most dangerous agencies in the Federal government. This week during my Environment Subcommittee hearing, I pressed the EPA Administrator about the actions the agency has taken under his leadership, including appeasing radical environmentalists instead of focusing on reasonable and responsible regulation. 

Under the Biden Administration, the EPA has proposed and finalized countless rules that completely fail to weigh costs and benefits. This has resulted in Americans paying more for everything from cars and gasoline to electricity and food and other basic everyday needs.  

The agency needs a complete realignment when it comes to its decision-making. What Biden has done through EPA’s actions is add hundreds of billions in regulatory costs, putting the economic vitality of every American family at risk and diminishing our nation’s ability to compete on the global stage.  

Crenshaw Honors Fallen Officers

This week was National Police Week in Washington, DC. Every May, we honor the men and women in law enforcement who lost their lives in the line of duty. I believe every day we should honor the brave men and women of law enforcement. They protect our communities, they protect our borders, they hunt down the evilest of the evil, and they run toward danger to keep us safe. 

In 2023, there were 118 officers killed in the line of duty. Their names were added to the National Law Enforcement Officer Memorial this week, bringing the total number to 24,067 names engraved on the Memorial.

Sadly, this year already, two members of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and one from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office have been killed in the line of duty. Next year, John Coddou, Ronald Bates and Charles Rivette will have their names added to the memorial during Police Week 2025.

As I take a moment to plant a flag on the Capitol grounds in honor of all the fallen officers, join me in taking time to reflect and remember the brave men and women who didn’t make it home from their tour of duty. They deserve our thanks for their service and sacrifice and so do their families. Thank you.  

Crenshaw Legislation Passes Health Subcommittee

This week, the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee passed legislation I offered to drive innovation in regenerative medicine. Regenerative medicine is a cutting-edge field where we focus on using our own body to cure underlying disease – as opposed to just managing disease. But in order for this medical miracle to succeed, we must ensure the regulatory environment encourages innovation. This bill will help small innovators and encourage regulatory clarity.

Crenshaw calls on Biden to approve Texas Disaster Request

Today, I sent a letter to President Biden requesting his approval for disaster relief and emergency assistance for our district stemming from last month's heavy rains. Representatives Luttrell, Hunt, Babin and Weber joined me on this letter.  

Having Biden approve the disaster relief request will allow for federal dollars to help in the recovery from the storm. 

Read the full letter here. 

Dr. Scott Gottlieb returns to the podcast! The former FDA Commissioner gives us a deep dive into the revolutionary advances in cell/gene therapies and other treatments that have the potential to cure cancer, reverse aging, and re-engineer our DNA. We also discuss the emerging role of AI in healthcare and get a bit wonky discussing regulatory hurdles at the FDA. A must-listen for anyone interested in the future of healthcare, the impact of policy on medical innovation, and the exciting possibilities of gene and cell therapy.

Dr. Scott Gottlieb served as the twenty-third commissioner of the FDA under President Trump. He is a resident fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and author of the forthcoming book “The Miracle Century: Making Sense of the Cell Therapy Revolution.” Follow him on X at @ScottGottliebMD.

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Damage from the Storms? Please register on iSTAT 

As we continue to recover from last weekend's storms, state and local officials are working to identify damages and immediate resource needs. To assist with the damage assessment, please self-report damage to homes, businesses, and agriculture using the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT), which can be accessed through damage.tdem.texas.gov. The information provided through iSTAT helps officials identify immediate resource needs and aids in determining eligibility for disaster assistance.

Workshop: Navigating the Maze of Modern Fraud

Please join representatives from my office and the Federal Trade Commission on May 21st from 10-11:30AM at Second Baptist Church at 22770 HWY 59 N in Kingwood for a workshop on Navigating the Maze of Modern Fraud. Come learn best practices on how to protect yourself from fake family emergencies, identity theft, robocalls and other forms of modern fraud! Please RSVP by clicking here, or by calling (713) 860-1330.

Crenshaw Team presents Knox Junior High Student with Proclamation for her STEM Accomplishments 

Congratulations to Karishma Parghi of Knox Junior High (8th grade)! My team presented her with a special proclamation for her pioneering STEM research after securing 1st place in the Junior Biochemist Division at the Texas Science and Engineering Fair.

Karishma was able to synthesize silver nanoparticles from spent coffee grounds. Silver nanoparticles are tiny particles with big potential in medicine and technology.

We are intensely proud of your innovative spirit and look forward to seeing what the future holds for you.

Constituent Services:

Academy Nominations Application Information

We are currently accepting applications for a nomination to a service academy. The honor of attending a service academy comes with the obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation.

Members of Congress may nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five U.S. service academies: U.S. Military Academy (USMA), West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, NY. The fifth service academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy (USCGA), New London, CT, does not require a congressional nomination for appointment.

For more information, please visit my website here.

Veterans Affairs Healthcare

Remember, with VA health care, you’re covered for regular checkups with your primary care provider and appointments with specialists (like cardiologists, gynecologists, and mental health providers). You can access Veterans health care services like home health and geriatric (elder) care, and you can get medical equipment, prosthetics, and prescriptions. Find out how to apply for and manage the health care benefits you've earned. Visit the website for more information. If you need assistance with the VA, contact one of my District offices. 

Making your 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. 

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