It was a fast and furious week for the Energy and Commerce Committee. The committee advanced six bills to the full House of Representatives. Amazingly,each of the bills passed the committee with unanimous support, displaying the bipartisan support for these critical bills. Below is a brief description of the bills that passed out of the committee.

• H.R. 2493, Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 49 yeas – 0 nays.
• H.R. 3419, To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the telehealth network and telehealth resource centers grant programs, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 48 yeas – 0 nays.
• H.R. 2846, To amend title II of the Public Health Service Act to include as an additional right or privilege of commissioned officers of the Public Health Service (and their beneficiaries) certain leave provided under title 10, United States Code to commissioned officers of the Army (or their beneficiaries), was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 46 yeas – 0 nays.
• H.R. 1262, Give Kids a Chance Act of 2025, was reported to the full House, as amended, by a roll call vote of 47 yeas – 0 nays. NOTE: H.R. 1843, led by Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02), was included in H.R. 1262 as an amendment.
• H.R.3302, Healthy Start Reauthorization Act of 2025, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 49 yeas – 0 nays.
• H.R. 979, AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025, was reported to the full House, as amended, by a roll call vote of 50 yeas – 0 nays.

Over at the Energy Subcommittee, where I serve as the vice-chairman, we held a crucial hearing on reforming appliance and building policies. The legislative hearing discussed the need to provide American families with affordable options when purchasing home appliances while, at the same time, addressing grid security and maintenance needs. Home appliances are often costly and demand high amounts of energy; however, appliances are left vulnerable to grid interference. We aim to bring transparency to appliance prices and protect against grid insecurity, which is a threat to us all, while raising prices for the consumer.

On Wednesday, Disney’s ABC pulled Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show following comments he made in the wake of the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk. In Kimmel’s remarks, he mocked those mourning Kirk’s death as people, “desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them and with everything they can to score political points from it."

Following Kimmel’s tasteless comments, Disney ABC, receiving pressure from their affiliate stations around the country who planned to preempt the show, decided to pull the show indefinitely.  FCC Chairman Brendan Carr also weighed into the controversy saying that he would use his agency's power to enforce regulations requiring networks on the public airwaves to serve the public interest.

Democrats are now outraged at the FCC and the Trump Administration, citing First Amendment violations and censorship of opposing viewpoints. I find the Left’s reaction interesting because they are the same people who spent years censoring conservative voices on social media platforms, even going so far as to remove President Trump from Twitter (X) altogether. The Left also calls for less division and politicization in our daily lives, but finds no issue with Kimmel’s comments, which were purposefully made to stir division and politicize a horrific tragedy.

Private companies are allowed to make their own decisions regarding the content they produce, and mocking the death of anyone is unacceptable, especially on national television. I strongly condemn Kimmel’s remarks and those who have taken to celebrating the tragic death of a God-fearing Christian who wanted nothing but the best for his country. Frankly, I am disappointed with the lack of humanity that has been expressed following this tragedy, and I hope and pray we can return to a time when we can have civil discussions of our political differences without fearing violence.

In the days following the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) shared a video on her personal X page that stated, “Charlie Kirk was Dr. Frankenstein, and his monster shot him through the neck.”  These comments are inhumane and do nothing but stoke division and animosity across our country. 

Yesterday, President Donald Trump voiced his disgust with Rep. Omar’s actions and comments. This week, I voted to censure Ilhan Omar and strip her of her committee assignments for her lack of decorum and civility.

Another busy week in TX-14! The team attended several events to recognize community members and celebrate business growth. To kick things off, Brenda and I attended the Galveston Women’s Conference, we celebrated the contributions of local women leaders and their amazing work in the community.

On Tuesday, Team Weber celebrated the investiture of Dr. Wendy Elmore, the new president of Lamar State College - Orange. She delivered a wonderful address, highlighting her mission as the new president of the institution. Afterward, the Brazoria County Chamber of Commerce hosted a mix and mingle.  Additionally, some of the team traveled to Brazosport College for a luncheon, hosted by the Brazosport Chamber, where they discussed the new school year and the goals and plans of businesses in the community.

Team Weber visited all corners of the district on Thursday, attending the Gulf Coast Industry Forum and the Galveston County Veterans Treatment Court. Next, the team paid tribute to former Friendswood Police Chief Bob Weiners, who served the community for twenty-four years, he passed away last year. In Brazoria County, the team recognized the achievements of children in the community at the DOW Academic Center. Finally, the team appeared at a ribbon cutting ceremony for Lamar State College.

Do you want to see the space shuttle Discovery moved to Texas?

Yes: 83.7%

No: 16.3%