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June 14, 2024
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Waco Chamber Visit
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| Congressman Sessions and the Waco Chamber in front of the Capitol |
This week, I had the pleasure of hosting the Waco Chamber of Commerce during their Washington, D.C. fly-in! The Chamber was able to hear from Members of Congress from around our great state of Texas about how different districts work together on our shared problems at the local and federal levels. I enjoyed catching up with the new Mayor Jim Holmes, McLennan County Judge Scott Felton, Members of the City Council, Chamber President Matt Meadors, and business leaders from the greater Waco area. Our region is booming, and it was great to showcase the Waco community in Washington. Local businesses in our community are committed to promote economic prosperity and civic engagement.
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National Down Syndrome Society Meeting |
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| Congressman and Alex Sessions meet with representatives from NDSS |
My son, Alex Sessions, joined me in my office for the week! We held a meeting with the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to discuss my continued support in their mission of empowering individuals with Down syndrome and their families. As the father of an exceptional young man with Down syndrome, I understand the importance of teamwork in supporting Americans with Down syndrome.
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Committee Hearings
On Wednesday, I participated in a hearing with the House Financial Services Committee on continued oversight of toxicity in the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). I agree with Director McKernan, who served as a witness, that “the FDIC urgently needs a fresh start, the sooner the better.” It is clear: for the FDIC to fulfill its duty to the American people, we must decisively tackle this turmoil and install competent leadership. You can view my remarks at this hearing here.
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| Chairman Sessions at the Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce |
After the Financial Services hearing, I went over to a hearing with the Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs. The goal of this hearing with representatives from the Department of Defense was to find answers for recent failures of the V-22 Osprey program. While the program is essential to the operations of the Marines, Air Force, and Navy, recent accidents require our attention. In the hearing, I called for the DoD to accurately pinpoint and then resolve the issues in the V-22 program. You can view my remarks here.
As Chairman of the Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce, I held a hearing to review the GAO’s Annual Duplication Report yesterday. The goal of this hearing was to bring transparency to how federal government programs are coordinating together effectively to best serve the public. The Subcommittee examined the Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) 2024 report on fragmentation, overlap, and duplication in the federal government. The federal government saved $71.3 billion in savings after agencies implemented recommendations from last year’s duplication report. My subcommittee’s goal is to increase this number year over year to chip away at our dangerous federal deficit. You can view my opening remarks here. |
Congressional Baseball Game
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| Congressman Sessions honors President George H.W. Bush |
The Republicans brought home a 31-11 win in the Congressional Baseball Game for Charity that took place at Nationals Park this Wednesday. As a former player and coach of the Republican team, I look forward to this event every year. First played in 1909, the Congressional Baseball Game brings together America’s favorite pastimes of baseball and political competition. This year, we celebrated the 100th birthday of former player and president, George H.W. Bush. See here for a video played at the game, featuring myself and some of my Texas colleagues in honor of our 41st President.
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CVC Nominations
Congressional Veteran Commendation (CVC) nominations are now open! This program recognizes the sacrifices during wartime and community involvement during peacetime of residents from the 17th Congressional District of Texas. It is one of my great privileges as your congressman to recognize exceptional Americans residing in Texas’ 17th through the CVC program. Visit my website for more information.
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H.R. 8070→ Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025
FY2025 NDAA focuses on improving servicemember quality of life in boosting compensation, improving housing, ensuring access to medical care, and supporting the families of members of our military. Other areas of focus include, restoring the focus of our military on lethality, deterring China, defending Israel, and securing our border.
H.Res. 1205→ Finding that Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, is in contempt of the House of Representatives for disobeying a certain subpoena.
In light of Attorney General Garland’s failure to provide materials relating to Special Counsel Robert Hur’s investigation into President Biden’s mishandling of classified documents, my colleagues and I in the House have taken action to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt of Congress. Despite being issued multiple subpoenas, Attorney General Garland has refused to comply in handing over audio recordings of transcribed interviews. For this mishandling of justice, the House moved to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt.
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The Huntsville Item→ Disaster Recovery: FEMA Center serving local survivors
Following the storms that began on April 26, Walker County officials brought FEMA to the Walker County Storm Shelter to assist the community. The Item editor Brenda Poe followed along during my visit to the Storm Shelter on Friday, covering how community members can apply to receive federal assistance.
The Huntsville Item→ Red Cross filling the gap
In this second piece following the my visit to the Walker County Storm Shelter, editor Brenda Poe outlines how volunteers with the Red Cross are providing aid to those in need of assistance. This aid is distinct from FEMA as the Red Cross is volunteer work and will approach victims of disaster rather than requiring applications.
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| Sincerely, |
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| Pete Sessions |
| Member of Congress |
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