June 27, 2025

East Wilco Highway Ribbon Cutting & TxDOT Meeting

Congressman Sessions and local leaders at the East WilCo Highway Segment 3 Ribbon Cutting	Congressman Sessions meets with TxDOT in his Washington, DC office

Last week, I was proud to join local leaders and transportation officials for the ribbon cutting of East WilCo Highway Segment 3 in Williamson County. This is a major step forward for Central Texas. Texas relies on strong infrastructure to keep our economy moving, and we must ensure that our roads and highways are ready for the future. This week, I met with officials from the Texas Department of Transportation to discuss key priorities for reauthorization and how Congress can support their mission. I look forward to continued collaboration with TxDOT to strengthen surface transportation across our state.

Texas State Society Breakfast with GATX

Congressman Sessions and GATX Vice President Wes Lujan

I had a great morning with the Texas State Society and representatives from GATX to discuss how Texas continues to lead the way in industry and innovation. GATX provides high-quality, skilled careers and serves as a model for how American companies can remain competitive in the global economy. I look forward to continuing our relationship and hope to visit their Hearne facility next week and see firsthand how they are building a strong future for TX-17 and beyond.

Texas Rural Education Association

Government Operations Subcommittee Hearing

Capital Markets Subcommittee Hearing

Congressman Sessions speaks in this week's Capital Markets hearing

In the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets, we held a hearing on the barriers that small and innovative companies face when trying to go public. The high cost of compliance and complex reporting requirements are making it harder for American entrepreneurs to grow, compete, and create jobs here at home. Our regulatory framework should promote transparency and investor confidence, but not at the expense of innovation and opportunity. Congress must remove the roadblocks and modernize regulation so that more companies can access the public markets and fuel American economic growth. Click here to see my remarks in the hearing. 

Thornton Homecoming Parade

Congressman Sessions rode in the Thornton Homecoming Parade

Over the weekend, I had the pleasure of joining the community of Thornton for their annual homecoming parade. It’s always a joy to visit Limestone County and spend time with people who truly embody the American spirit. Communities like Thornton are the heart of our country, full of pride, patriotism, and a deep sense of neighborly care. I’m honored to represent them in Congress. Thank you, Thornton, for having me as your parade Grand Marshall!

On June 25, 1996, 19 brave American Airmen lost their lives in a brutal terrorist attack at the Khobar Towers in Dharan, Saudi Arabia. 29 years later, many of the survivors and families of the fallen are still waiting for the recognition and support they deserve. I have begun the process to introduce legislation that amends the 2015 United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act to release long overdue benefits to the victims and survivors of the Khobar Towers bombing. Click here to watch a video with survivors of the attack and to hear more about this legislation.

H.R. 3944 → Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act 2025
Supporting our veterans and military infrastructure is non-negotiable. That’s why I voted YES on this bill, which provides robust funding for VA services, modernizes our military bases, and ensures continued investment in America’s national defense.

H.R. 875 → Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act of 2025
I voted YES to protect our communities from dangerous and repeat offenders. This bill allows for the removal or denial of entry for illegal immigrants charged with DUI-related crimes.

H.R. 275 → Special Interest Alien Reporting Act of 2025
I voted YES to ensure transparency and strengthen border security. By requiring the Department of Homeland Security to issue monthly reports, this legislation equips lawmakers and the public with the facts.

H. Res. 516 → Condemning the violent June 2025 riots in Los Angeles, California
In response to violent riots targeting federal immigration enforcement in Los Angeles, I supported this resolution to make it clear: violence and lawlessness are unacceptable.

H. RES. 519 → “Condemning the attacks on Minnesota lawmakers in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota, and calling for unity and the rejection of political violence in Minnesota and across the United States”
The House unanimously voted YES on this resolution to condemn the attacks in Minnesota on Former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark and State Senator John Hoffman and his wife Yvette. Political violence is never the answer and I am keeping the Hortman and Hoffman families in my prayers.

KTRE → U.S. Reps. Moran, Sessions express support for strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities
 

KVUE → Third segment of East WilCo Highway completed, set to open Saturday

 
KWTX → McGregor, Texas students spending the week in our nation’s capital