{"id":13382,"name":"Pete Sessions","first_name":"Pete","last_name":"Sessions","middle_name":null,"suffix":null,"bioguide_id":"S000250","fec_candidate_id":null,"ocd_person_id":null,"govtrack_id":null,"opensecrets_id":null,"votesmart_id":null,"office_id":18019,"party":"Republican","status":"active","photo_url":"https://www.congress.gov/img/member/115_rp_tx_32_sessions_pete_200.jpg","website":"https://sessions.house.gov","campaign_url":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"social_twitter":null,"social_facebook":null,"social_instagram":null,"social_youtube":null,"state":"TX","district":"17","city":null,"assumed_office":"1997","term_end":"2019","born":"1955","source":"congress_gov","source_url":"https://api.congress.gov/v3/member/S000250","source_updated":"2026-05-09T12:13:19.424Z","first_seen":"2026-05-09 12:13:19","last_seen":"2026-05-09 12:13:19","created_at":"2026-05-09 12:13:19","updated_at":"2026-05-10 01:06:49","canonical_id":null,"fec_checked_at":null,"office_name":"U.S. Representative","level":"federal","branch":"legislative","office_chamber":"house","positions":[{"topic":"Climate","stance":"Energy Independence","detail":"America’s energy security is a matter of national security. Our current dependence on foreign energy resources contributes to erratic costs at the pump and diminishes our international influence. The United States needs to responsibly use our domestic resources to be energy- independent while supporting private industry investment in alternative fuels. In Congress, I will support efforts for American energy independence.  H.R. 3358 – Missions not Emissions Act | This bill which would prohibit any requirement for recipients of Federal contracts to disclose greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risk. H.R. 923 – POWER Act of 2023 | This bill requires the President and federal agencies to obtain the approval of Congress before prohibiting or substantially delaying certain new energy or mineral leases or permits on federal lands. Specifically, approval must be obtained for new (1) oil and gas leases, drill permits, approvals, or authorizations; (2) coal leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations; and (3) mineral patents, leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations. H.R. 21 – Strategic Production Response Act | This bill limits the drawdown of petroleum in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) until the Department of Energy (DOE) submits to Congress a plan to increase the percentage of federal lands leased for oil and gas production. Specifically, the bill prohibits DOE from drawing down petroleum in the SPR for nonemergency purposes until it submits a plan to increase the percentage of federal lands, including submerged lands of the Outer Continental Shelf, that are leased for oil and gas production to offset any drawdowns on or after January 21, 2021.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/energy-independence","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"Energy Independence","detail":"America’s energy security is a matter of national security. Our current dependence on foreign energy resources contributes to erratic costs at the pump and diminishes our international influence. The United States needs to responsibly use our domestic resources to be energy- independent while supporting private industry investment in alternative fuels. In Congress, I will support efforts for American energy independence.  H.R. 3358 – Missions not Emissions Act | This bill which would prohibit any requirement for recipients of Federal contracts to disclose greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risk. H.R. 923 – POWER Act of 2023 | This bill requires the President and federal agencies to obtain the approval of Congress before prohibiting or substantially delaying certain new energy or mineral leases or permits on federal lands. Specifically, approval must be obtained for new (1) oil and gas leases, drill permits, approvals, or authorizations; (2) coal leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations; and (3) mineral patents, leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations. H.R. 21 – Strategic Production Response Act | This bill limits the drawdown of petroleum in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) until the Department of Energy (DOE) submits to Congress a plan to increase the percentage of federal lands leased for oil and gas production. Specifically, the bill prohibits DOE from drawing down petroleum in the SPR for nonemergency purposes until it submits a plan to increase the percentage of federal lands, including submerged lands of the Outer Continental Shelf, that are leased for oil and gas production to offset any drawdowns on or after January 21, 2021.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/energy-independence","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Energy Independence","detail":"America’s energy security is a matter of national security. Our current dependence on foreign energy resources contributes to erratic costs at the pump and diminishes our international influence. The United States needs to responsibly use our domestic resources to be energy- independent while supporting private industry investment in alternative fuels. In Congress, I will support efforts for American energy independence.  H.R. 3358 – Missions not Emissions Act | This bill which would prohibit any requirement for recipients of Federal contracts to disclose greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risk. H.R. 923 – POWER Act of 2023 | This bill requires the President and federal agencies to obtain the approval of Congress before prohibiting or substantially delaying certain new energy or mineral leases or permits on federal lands. Specifically, approval must be obtained for new (1) oil and gas leases, drill permits, approvals, or authorizations; (2) coal leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations; and (3) mineral patents, leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations. H.R. 21 – Strategic Production Response Act | This bill limits the drawdown of petroleum in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) until the Department of Energy (DOE) submits to Congress a plan to increase the percentage of federal lands leased for oil and gas production. Specifically, the bill prohibits DOE from drawing down petroleum in the SPR for nonemergency purposes until it submits a plan to increase the percentage of federal lands, including submerged lands of the Outer Continental Shelf, that are leased for oil and gas production to offset any drawdowns on or after January 21, 2021.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/energy-independence","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Housing","stance":"Energy Independence","detail":"America’s energy security is a matter of national security. Our current dependence on foreign energy resources contributes to erratic costs at the pump and diminishes our international influence. The United States needs to responsibly use our domestic resources to be energy- independent while supporting private industry investment in alternative fuels. In Congress, I will support efforts for American energy independence.  H.R. 3358 – Missions not Emissions Act | This bill which would prohibit any requirement for recipients of Federal contracts to disclose greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risk. H.R. 923 – POWER Act of 2023 | This bill requires the President and federal agencies to obtain the approval of Congress before prohibiting or substantially delaying certain new energy or mineral leases or permits on federal lands. Specifically, approval must be obtained for new (1) oil and gas leases, drill permits, approvals, or authorizations; (2) coal leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations; and (3) mineral patents, leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations. H.R. 21 – Strategic Production Response Act | This bill limits the drawdown of petroleum in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) until the Department of Energy (DOE) submits to Congress a plan to increase the percentage of federal lands leased for oil and gas production. Specifically, the bill prohibits DOE from drawing down petroleum in the SPR for nonemergency purposes until it submits a plan to increase the percentage of federal lands, including submerged lands of the Outer Continental Shelf, that are leased for oil and gas production to offset any drawdowns on or after January 21, 2021.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/energy-independence","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"More on Energy Independence","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2023 March 2023 Date Title 3/30/23 House Republicans Pass H.R. 1 the Lower Energy Costs Act Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/energy-independence","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Immigration","stance":"More on Energy Independence","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2023 March 2023 Date Title 3/30/23 House Republicans Pass H.R. 1 the Lower Energy Costs Act Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/energy-independence","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"More on Energy Independence","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2023 March 2023 Date Title 3/30/23 House Republicans Pass H.R. 1 the Lower Energy Costs Act Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/energy-independence","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Criminal Justice","stance":"More on Energy Independence","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2023 March 2023 Date Title 3/30/23 House Republicans Pass H.R. 1 the Lower Energy Costs Act Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/energy-independence","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Veterans","detail":"Veterans of our armed services deserve our nation’s gratitude, support, and care. The federal government should be attentive to providing resources that support veterans' needs as they transition from active duty. I commit my efforts in Congress to ensure our former servicemen and women receive care and benefits that reflect the country’s appreciation for their sacrifice. Some of my efforts include: H.R. 8736  – GUARD VA Benefits Act | This bill imposes criminal penalties and/or fines on individuals for soliciting, contracting for, charging, or receiving any unauthorized fee or compensation with respect to the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of any claim for Department of Veterans Affairs benefits.  H.R. 6659  – Health Care for Burn Pit Veterans Act | This bill updates policies and procedures related to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care and benefits for veterans who have been exposed to toxic substances. H.R. 3363  – VA Canine Reporting Act of 2023 | This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to report on the average time it took to provide a veteran with a service or guide dog in the prior year. The report must also include legislative recommendations to reduce such wait time.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/veterans-issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Taxes","stance":"Veterans","detail":"Veterans of our armed services deserve our nation’s gratitude, support, and care. The federal government should be attentive to providing resources that support veterans' needs as they transition from active duty. I commit my efforts in Congress to ensure our former servicemen and women receive care and benefits that reflect the country’s appreciation for their sacrifice. Some of my efforts include: H.R. 8736  – GUARD VA Benefits Act | This bill imposes criminal penalties and/or fines on individuals for soliciting, contracting for, charging, or receiving any unauthorized fee or compensation with respect to the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of any claim for Department of Veterans Affairs benefits.  H.R. 6659  – Health Care for Burn Pit Veterans Act | This bill updates policies and procedures related to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care and benefits for veterans who have been exposed to toxic substances. H.R. 3363  – VA Canine Reporting Act of 2023 | This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to report on the average time it took to provide a veteran with a service or guide dog in the prior year. The report must also include legislative recommendations to reduce such wait time.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/veterans-issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"Veterans","detail":"Veterans of our armed services deserve our nation’s gratitude, support, and care. The federal government should be attentive to providing resources that support veterans' needs as they transition from active duty. I commit my efforts in Congress to ensure our former servicemen and women receive care and benefits that reflect the country’s appreciation for their sacrifice. Some of my efforts include: H.R. 8736  – GUARD VA Benefits Act | This bill imposes criminal penalties and/or fines on individuals for soliciting, contracting for, charging, or receiving any unauthorized fee or compensation with respect to the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of any claim for Department of Veterans Affairs benefits.  H.R. 6659  – Health Care for Burn Pit Veterans Act | This bill updates policies and procedures related to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care and benefits for veterans who have been exposed to toxic substances. H.R. 3363  – VA Canine Reporting Act of 2023 | This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to report on the average time it took to provide a veteran with a service or guide dog in the prior year. The report must also include legislative recommendations to reduce such wait time.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/veterans-issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Veterans","detail":"Veterans of our armed services deserve our nation’s gratitude, support, and care. The federal government should be attentive to providing resources that support veterans' needs as they transition from active duty. I commit my efforts in Congress to ensure our former servicemen and women receive care and benefits that reflect the country’s appreciation for their sacrifice. Some of my efforts include: H.R. 8736  – GUARD VA Benefits Act | This bill imposes criminal penalties and/or fines on individuals for soliciting, contracting for, charging, or receiving any unauthorized fee or compensation with respect to the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of any claim for Department of Veterans Affairs benefits.  H.R. 6659  – Health Care for Burn Pit Veterans Act | This bill updates policies and procedures related to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care and benefits for veterans who have been exposed to toxic substances. H.R. 3363  – VA Canine Reporting Act of 2023 | This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to report on the average time it took to provide a veteran with a service or guide dog in the prior year. The report must also include legislative recommendations to reduce such wait time.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/veterans-issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Healthcare","detail":"As costs skyrocket and choices plummet, it is evident our healthcare system is not adequately serving the American people. Furthermore, years of greater federal government involvement have been far less than a course correction. Congress must reorient its one-size-fits-all approach. In Congress, I will continue to advocate for policies that focus on patient-centered, market-based solutions that lower costs and increase options. Some of my efforts include: H.R. 7258  - Health Care Equality and Modernization Act of 2022 | This bill repeals the requirement for large employers to offer affordable coverage to full-time employees. H.R.  2474  – Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act | This bill increases Medicare payments to physicians to keep up with inflation.  H.R. 3129  – Healthcare Fairness for ALL Act | Ensure health care fairness and affordability for all Americans through universal access to equitable health insurance tax credits, reformed health savings accounts, and strengthened consumer protections, and for other purpose.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/healthcare","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Healthcare","detail":"As costs skyrocket and choices plummet, it is evident our healthcare system is not adequately serving the American people. Furthermore, years of greater federal government involvement have been far less than a course correction. Congress must reorient its one-size-fits-all approach. In Congress, I will continue to advocate for policies that focus on patient-centered, market-based solutions that lower costs and increase options. Some of my efforts include: H.R. 7258  - Health Care Equality and Modernization Act of 2022 | This bill repeals the requirement for large employers to offer affordable coverage to full-time employees. H.R.  2474  – Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act | This bill increases Medicare payments to physicians to keep up with inflation.  H.R. 3129  – Healthcare Fairness for ALL Act | Ensure health care fairness and affordability for all Americans through universal access to equitable health insurance tax credits, reformed health savings accounts, and strengthened consumer protections, and for other purpose.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/healthcare","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Taxes","stance":"Healthcare","detail":"As costs skyrocket and choices plummet, it is evident our healthcare system is not adequately serving the American people. Furthermore, years of greater federal government involvement have been far less than a course correction. Congress must reorient its one-size-fits-all approach. In Congress, I will continue to advocate for policies that focus on patient-centered, market-based solutions that lower costs and increase options. Some of my efforts include: H.R. 7258  - Health Care Equality and Modernization Act of 2022 | This bill repeals the requirement for large employers to offer affordable coverage to full-time employees. H.R.  2474  – Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act | This bill increases Medicare payments to physicians to keep up with inflation.  H.R. 3129  – Healthcare Fairness for ALL Act | Ensure health care fairness and affordability for all Americans through universal access to equitable health insurance tax credits, reformed health savings accounts, and strengthened consumer protections, and for other purpose.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/healthcare","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Healthcare","detail":"As costs skyrocket and choices plummet, it is evident our healthcare system is not adequately serving the American people. Furthermore, years of greater federal government involvement have been far less than a course correction. Congress must reorient its one-size-fits-all approach. In Congress, I will continue to advocate for policies that focus on patient-centered, market-based solutions that lower costs and increase options. Some of my efforts include: H.R. 7258  - Health Care Equality and Modernization Act of 2022 | This bill repeals the requirement for large employers to offer affordable coverage to full-time employees. H.R.  2474  – Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act | This bill increases Medicare payments to physicians to keep up with inflation.  H.R. 3129  – Healthcare Fairness for ALL Act | Ensure health care fairness and affordability for all Americans through universal access to equitable health insurance tax credits, reformed health savings accounts, and strengthened consumer protections, and for other purpose.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/healthcare","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"More on Healthcare","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2025 2024 2023 December 2025 Date Title 12/18/25 Congressman Sessions Co-Leads Letter to President Trump Strongly Urging Him to Reject Marijuana Rescheduling May 2023 Date Title 5/9/23 Sessions Introduces Health Care Fairness for All Act, H.R. 3129 January 2023 Date Title 1/20/23 Protecting Human Life 1/11/23 The Precious Value of Life Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/healthcare","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Immigration","stance":"More on Healthcare","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2025 2024 2023 December 2025 Date Title 12/18/25 Congressman Sessions Co-Leads Letter to President Trump Strongly Urging Him to Reject Marijuana Rescheduling May 2023 Date Title 5/9/23 Sessions Introduces Health Care Fairness for All Act, H.R. 3129 January 2023 Date Title 1/20/23 Protecting Human Life 1/11/23 The Precious Value of Life Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/healthcare","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"More on Healthcare","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2025 2024 2023 December 2025 Date Title 12/18/25 Congressman Sessions Co-Leads Letter to President Trump Strongly Urging Him to Reject Marijuana Rescheduling May 2023 Date Title 5/9/23 Sessions Introduces Health Care Fairness for All Act, H.R. 3129 January 2023 Date Title 1/20/23 Protecting Human Life 1/11/23 The Precious Value of Life Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/healthcare","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"More on Healthcare","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2025 2024 2023 December 2025 Date Title 12/18/25 Congressman Sessions Co-Leads Letter to President Trump Strongly Urging Him to Reject Marijuana Rescheduling May 2023 Date Title 5/9/23 Sessions Introduces Health Care Fairness for All Act, H.R. 3129 January 2023 Date Title 1/20/23 Protecting Human Life 1/11/23 The Precious Value of Life Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/healthcare","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Criminal Justice","stance":"More on Healthcare","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2025 2024 2023 December 2025 Date Title 12/18/25 Congressman Sessions Co-Leads Letter to President Trump Strongly Urging Him to Reject Marijuana Rescheduling May 2023 Date Title 5/9/23 Sessions Introduces Health Care Fairness for All Act, H.R. 3129 January 2023 Date Title 1/20/23 Protecting Human Life 1/11/23 The Precious Value of Life Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/healthcare","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Immigration","stance":"Border Security","detail":"One of our federal government’s few enumerated powers includes providing for the general welfare of the United States. Well-maintained borders are necessary to fulfill that duty. Due to the lack of enforcement on our border, our nation is amid a nationwide drug and humanitarian crisis. As the lead Texan on the House Committee of Government Oversight and Reform, I will hold those who are responsible for border security accountable and support border enforcement agencies. Some of the legislation I have championed includes: H.R. 6740  – Border Tunnel Task Force Act | This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish border tunnel task forces in jurisdictions in which such task forces can contribute to border security missions. H.R. 5857  – No IDs for Illegals Act | Prohibits the use of federal funds from being used to establish or otherwise support the Secure Docket Card Program through ICE or any similar program within the Department of Homeland Security H.R. 6383  – To prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from implementing or enforcing a remain in Texas policy | Prevents DHS from implementing a remain in Texas policy” that forces illegal immigrants to remain in Texas as they await their asylum hearings","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/border-security","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Border Security","detail":"One of our federal government’s few enumerated powers includes providing for the general welfare of the United States. Well-maintained borders are necessary to fulfill that duty. Due to the lack of enforcement on our border, our nation is amid a nationwide drug and humanitarian crisis. As the lead Texan on the House Committee of Government Oversight and Reform, I will hold those who are responsible for border security accountable and support border enforcement agencies. Some of the legislation I have championed includes: H.R. 6740  – Border Tunnel Task Force Act | This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish border tunnel task forces in jurisdictions in which such task forces can contribute to border security missions. H.R. 5857  – No IDs for Illegals Act | Prohibits the use of federal funds from being used to establish or otherwise support the Secure Docket Card Program through ICE or any similar program within the Department of Homeland Security H.R. 6383  – To prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from implementing or enforcing a remain in Texas policy | Prevents DHS from implementing a remain in Texas policy” that forces illegal immigrants to remain in Texas as they await their asylum hearings","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/border-security","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"More on Border Security","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2023 December 2023 Date Title 12/8/23 Congressman Sessions Leads Call for Urgent GAO Update on Surging Illegal Immigration & Crime Statistics January 2023 Date Title 1/19/23 Congressman Sessions Selected to Serve on Oversight & Accountability and Financial Services Committees Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/border-security","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Immigration","stance":"More on Border Security","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2023 December 2023 Date Title 12/8/23 Congressman Sessions Leads Call for Urgent GAO Update on Surging Illegal Immigration & Crime Statistics January 2023 Date Title 1/19/23 Congressman Sessions Selected to Serve on Oversight & Accountability and Financial Services Committees Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/border-security","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"More on Border Security","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2023 December 2023 Date Title 12/8/23 Congressman Sessions Leads Call for Urgent GAO Update on Surging Illegal Immigration & Crime Statistics January 2023 Date Title 1/19/23 Congressman Sessions Selected to Serve on Oversight & Accountability and Financial Services Committees Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/border-security","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Criminal Justice","stance":"More on Border Security","detail":"Month January February March April May June July August September October November December Year 2023 December 2023 Date Title 12/8/23 Congressman Sessions Leads Call for Urgent GAO Update on Surging Illegal Immigration & Crime Statistics January 2023 Date Title 1/19/23 Congressman Sessions Selected to Serve on Oversight & Accountability and Financial Services Committees Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/border-security","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Taxes","stance":"Law Enforcement","detail":"All our law enforcement agencies and officers deserve our country’s utmost appreciation. In Congress, that means providing law enforcement jurisdictions with the methods and resources necessary to be safe, successful, and transparent. I will advocate for law enforcement and work against efforts to defund our police force. H.R. 743 – Protect and Serve Act | This bill would enhance penalties for anyone who targets law enforcement officers with the intent to purposefully harms them. H.R. 3091 – Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act | This bill would allow current federal law enforcement officers in good standing to purchase their retired service weapon at market value from the agency that issued the weapon within six months of the end of its service life.  H.R. 130 – Thin Blue Line Act | This bill expands the list of statutory aggravating factors in death penalty determinations to also include killing or targeting a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or other first responder.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/law-enforcement","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Law Enforcement","detail":"All our law enforcement agencies and officers deserve our country’s utmost appreciation. In Congress, that means providing law enforcement jurisdictions with the methods and resources necessary to be safe, successful, and transparent. I will advocate for law enforcement and work against efforts to defund our police force. H.R. 743 – Protect and Serve Act | This bill would enhance penalties for anyone who targets law enforcement officers with the intent to purposefully harms them. H.R. 3091 – Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act | This bill would allow current federal law enforcement officers in good standing to purchase their retired service weapon at market value from the agency that issued the weapon within six months of the end of its service life.  H.R. 130 – Thin Blue Line Act | This bill expands the list of statutory aggravating factors in death penalty determinations to also include killing or targeting a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or other first responder.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/law-enforcement","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Housing","stance":"Law Enforcement","detail":"All our law enforcement agencies and officers deserve our country’s utmost appreciation. In Congress, that means providing law enforcement jurisdictions with the methods and resources necessary to be safe, successful, and transparent. I will advocate for law enforcement and work against efforts to defund our police force. H.R. 743 – Protect and Serve Act | This bill would enhance penalties for anyone who targets law enforcement officers with the intent to purposefully harms them. H.R. 3091 – Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act | This bill would allow current federal law enforcement officers in good standing to purchase their retired service weapon at market value from the agency that issued the weapon within six months of the end of its service life.  H.R. 130 – Thin Blue Line Act | This bill expands the list of statutory aggravating factors in death penalty determinations to also include killing or targeting a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or other first responder.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/law-enforcement","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Criminal Justice","stance":"Law Enforcement","detail":"All our law enforcement agencies and officers deserve our country’s utmost appreciation. In Congress, that means providing law enforcement jurisdictions with the methods and resources necessary to be safe, successful, and transparent. I will advocate for law enforcement and work against efforts to defund our police force. H.R. 743 – Protect and Serve Act | This bill would enhance penalties for anyone who targets law enforcement officers with the intent to purposefully harms them. H.R. 3091 – Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act | This bill would allow current federal law enforcement officers in good standing to purchase their retired service weapon at market value from the agency that issued the weapon within six months of the end of its service life.  H.R. 130 – Thin Blue Line Act | This bill expands the list of statutory aggravating factors in death penalty determinations to also include killing or targeting a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or other first responder.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/law-enforcement","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"SECURITY","detail":"Please note that electronic communication, particularly e-mail, is not necessarily secure against interception. Please  do not  send sensitive data (e.g., Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers) by e-mail or web forms.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/privacy-policy","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Social Security","stance":"SECURITY","detail":"Please note that electronic communication, particularly e-mail, is not necessarily secure against interception. Please  do not  send sensitive data (e.g., Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers) by e-mail or web forms.","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/privacy-policy","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Issues","detail":"Border Security Energy Independence Free Enterprise Government Accountability Healthcare Law Enforcement Veterans Energy Independence Veterans Free Enterprise Healthcare Government Accountability Border Security Law Enforcement Office Locations","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"ROUND ROCK DISTRICT OFFICE","detail":"409 W Main St. Apt. 203 Round Rock, TX 78664 Phone: (202) 340-9033","source_url":"https://sessions.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"Cryptocurrency","stance":"Voted YES on HJ Res 25, repealing the IRS rule that would have required DeFi brokers to report crypto transactions — signed into law by President Trump (Bill: hjres25-119)","detail":"H.J.Res.25 (Congressional Review Act) was signed into law, repealing the IRS rule requiring DeFi protocols to report users' crypto transactions as \"brokers.\" Passed the House 286-X on March 11, 2025 with bipartisan support. 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