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Week-in-Review
Dear Mr. xxxxxx,
As I begin another busy week in Texas, I wanted to pass along my latest update on what I have been doing to fight for you, Texas’ 21st Congressional district, and our country as a whole:
Defending the 1st Amendment and religious freedom:
On Thursday, I sent a letter pressing the Austin Fire Department for answers after they allegedly fired their longtime volunteer lead chaplain for exercising his First Amendment rights. If true, these allegations create a troubling standard for the exercise of free speech and freedom of religion and are likely unconstitutional.
I also wrote an op-ed with Family Research Council President Tony Perkins defending the chaplain as he fights the Austin Fire Department in court. You can read our op-ed here.
Just one fentanyl pill can kill:
Last week I joined forces with Boerne ISD to warn students and parents of the dangers of fentanyl. Just one pill laced with fentanyl can kill, and teenagers and children are especially vulnerable. I am committed to helping our community stay safe amid the fentanyl crisis.
On September 7, Boerne ISD will host a panel titled “One Pill Can Kill” on the dangers of fentanyl and prescription drug abuse in Kendall County. Several local law enforcement figures will attend the event to speak to parents and students. The panel will begin at 6 p.m. in the Boerne High School Auditorium.
You can watch my fentanyl PSA video by clicking here.
Meeting local leaders:
Last week Real County Judge Bella Rubio and I pitched in to pack more than 650 healthy meals at the San Antonio Food Bank!
On Thursday morning I had a productive discussion with the San Antonio Police Officers’ Association leadership team on public safety, local crime trends, and mental health. I was honored to thank them for their hard work keeping the San Antonio Community safe.
On Saturday, I gathered with several thousand great folks at the 38th Annual Doss Fish Fry in Gillespie County benefitting the Volunteer Fire Department!
Tele-Townhall on the 8th:
This Thursday, September 8th at 7 PM CT, I will host a tele-townhall. You can listen in on Thursday by clicking here.
Here are some news stories about what I’ve been up to lately:
Want to help serve the 21st District?
Students and young adults interested in learning more about how Congress works and serving the constituents of the 21st Congressional district are invited to apply for a congressional internship with my San Antonio district office.
Interns will benefit from a behind-the-scenes look into Congress and gain valuable experience in public service while assisting fellow Texans with federal agencies and supporting staffers. Stipends are available on a case-by-case basis.
You can find more information on interning with my office by clicking here.
Interested in being nominated to a military academy?
For students interested in learning more on how to obtain a congressional military academy nomination, please see the information below and visit the website here.
Members of Congress may nominate up to ten military academy applicants for each academy who meet the eligibility requirements detailed on the website. The deadline to submit a packet and compete for nomination to the Kerrville district office is October 15, 2022.
Create your own app!
Rep. Roy is happy to announce that the district-wide Congressional App Challenge is now open to middle school and high school students! This challenge encourages students interested in computer science careers to develop coding skills by creating a unique app. Find out more here.
VA website portal
The VA has launched the Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA), a self-service portal which allows visitors to schedule, reschedule, and cancel in-person or virtual appointments with a Veterans Benefits Admin representative. You can visit the portal by clicking here.
USDA Wildfire and Drought Resources
The US Department of Agriculture offers several resources available to farmers and ranchers impacted by the recent wildfires and drought in Texas. We encourage you to take advantage of this federal assistance if eligible.
Resources for wildfire and drought recovery and risk management are available here and here, respectively.
Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program
Governor Greg Abbott recently announced the opening of the Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program. This program will provide grants to Texas businesses that have been negatively impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the travel, tourism, and hospitality industry. For more information, please click here.
Baby Formula Resources
The Department of Health and Human Services has compiled resources for parents struggling amidst the ongoing baby formula shortage:
- A resource page on where to find formula in your community here.
- A social media kit in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Haitian Creole here.
- A public service announcement from the First Lady and U.S. Surgeon General here.
If you have any concerns that my office can help out with, please don’t hesitate to call or email through the “email me” portal on my website. If you feel so inclined, you can also just send an old-fashioned letter to my Washington or district offices.
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Sincerely,
Chip Roy
Member of Congress
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