On Saturday, September 7th, Congressman Dan Crenshaw will be hosting his Summit for Emerging American Leaders at the John Cooper School for all high school students. This is a non-political event put on by the Congressman’s Official Office. We will have amazing speakers talking to the students about the importance of civics and leadership. Policy topics will include healthcare, knowing what level of government to call or notify when needed, the future of AI, or how to hold yourself accountable and still achieve success. Speakers include a “Top Gun” pilot and an astronaut!

The students will receive a Congressional Commendation for their participation that they will not only cherish but include on resumes and college applications! Many schools are offering transportation and giving students credit for attendance. Register using this link. Please see the Save the Date Flyer below and feel free to share it! Space is limited. More information will be released in the coming weeks!

Hurricane Beryl Assistance and Response

The Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) is providing assistance to Texans affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, flooding and high winds that began April 26, 2024.

If you experienced storm related damage and seek assistance from FEMA, you may apply online or by phone at disasterassistance.gov/ or call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.

For the latest information about Texas’ recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4781. Follow the FEMA Region 6 Twitter account at twitter.com/FEMARegion6 or on Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/

Texans who sustained damage caused by tropical weather are encouraged to report damage through the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT).

For constituents who are on CenterPoint Energy, CenterPoint has relaunched its outage tracker. The online tool will provide constituents with information during storms and is designed to handle increased demand during such events.

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.

The Conservative Path Forward on Obamacare

Healthcare and economic policy expert Brian Blase, Ph.D. joined Rep. Crenshaw for a deep dive into the complexities of healthcare policy. They discuss the current problems with Obamacare and its impact on the healthcare market, the ongoing debate over healthcare as a right versus a need, the effectiveness of subsidies, and the role of high risk pools. They also discuss various policy proposals, including reforming subsidies, expanding healthcare options, and addressing Medicaid challenges.

Brian Blase, Ph.D., is the President of Paragon Health Institute. Brian was Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy at the White House’s National Economic Council (NEC) from 2017-2019, where he coordinated the development and execution of numerous health policies. Follow him on X at @brian_blase and learn more about his research at www.paragoninstitute.org

50% Chance of Rain and Other Weather Mysteries Explained

Meteorologist Dan Reilly answers all your burning questions about weather, hurricanes, and how forecasting works. What does a 50% chance of rain actually mean? How do weather patterns in the Pacific, like El Niño and La Niña, affect hurricane formation in the Atlantic? Can a butterfly’s wings cause a tornado? Where do storms get their names? All that and much more in just 30 minutes.

Dan Reilly is the Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Weather Service/National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. He received his Master’s degree in Meteorology from MIT. Follow him on X at @DReillyWx.

Since running for Governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz has been the subject of controversy surrounding his military record.

Exaggerating military service for personal gain and political office is insulting and frustrating to combat veterans like myself. Unfortunately, it has a long history in American politics.

It turns out Tim Walz is subject to that history. He served in the National Guard for 24 years, but since 2018, he’s falsely claimed to have been deployed to war zones. He used this claim to embellish his record to win over rural voters and advocate for gun control. He argues the weapons he supposedly carried into combat have no place on our streets.

Then yesterday, the Harris-Walz campaign scrubbed Walz’s rank as a “retired command sergeant major” from their website.

To be clear: there’s nothing wrong with being in the military and not seeing actual combat. Plenty of members of the military were never deployed to a war zone, and we still thank them for their selfless service to our nation.

There is a problem when you lie about your record for personal advantage.

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