Rep. Roger Williams (R-Tex.)
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Recent News About Rep. Roger Williams (R-Tex.)
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Chairman Williams’ Bill to Go After Stolen Pandemic Loan Funds Heads to House Floor
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, has announced that his bill, H.R. 7129, the Put America on Commission Act of 2024, has passed out of Committee and is now headed to the House floor for further consideration.The bill aims to address the issue of stolen pandemic loan funds, which the Small Business Administration (SBA) estimates to be around $200 billion in fraudulent activity. Chairman Williams emphasizes the need for innovative solutions to recover this money for the American people, stating, "We must...
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Congressman Williams Leads Letter to AG Garland Opposing the DOJ’s Lawsuit Against the State of Texas
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) has led a letter, along with 20 members of the Texas Congressional Delegation, to Attorney General Merrick Garland expressing their concern and opposition to the Department of Justice's lawsuit against the State of Texas in relation to Senate Bill 4.In the letter, Congressman Williams states, "Against all odds, Texas and Texans have stepped up in the fight to secure our border. If President Biden is not going to take responsibility for the invasion of our country, Texas must be allowed to protect itself without fear of...
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Congressman Williams Expresses Concern Over High School Closure to House Illegal Aliens
Congressman Roger Williams from Texas has expressed his concern and disappointment over the closure of James Madison High School in New York City to house illegal aliens. In a letter addressed to Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, Congressman Williams highlighted the negative impact of school closures on students during the COVID-19 pandemic."The closure of James Madison High School to house illegal aliens should concern every American," said Congressman Williams. He emphasized that school closures had devastating consequences for students, including...
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Congressman Williams Introduces Bill to Give Texas the Authority to Secure the Southern Border
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Roger Williams of Texas has introduced a new bill called the State of Texas Operational Protections Act, also known as the STOP Act. This bill aims to affirm the State of Texas' authority to secure its southern border, including the construction of a physical border wall, and seeks reimbursement from the federal government for any actions taken.In explaining his rationale behind the bill, Congressman Williams expressed his concern over the escalating crisis at the border. He criticized President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and...
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Rep. Williams Condemns Biden's Veto, Stands Firm in Defense of Main Street Against CFPB Overreach
Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) has expressed his condemnation of President Biden's veto of S.J. Res. 32, the Senate companion for H.J. Res. 66. This legislation, known as the Congressional Review Act, aimed to disapprove of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) Dodd Frank Section 1071 Small Business Lending Data Collection Rule.In his statement, Congressman Williams criticized the President's decision, stating, "President Biden’s veto of S.J. Res. 32 has made it clear that he answers only to socialist unelected bureaucrats." He further emphasized the...
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Rep. Williams Advocates for Fair Labeling Guidelines on Lab Grown and Plant-Based Meats
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) recently addressed the House Committee on Agriculture during the Committee’s Member Day Hearing, emphasizing the need for fair labeling guidelines on cell-cultivated and plant-based imitation meats. As the Representative for Texas’ 25th District, Williams spoke on behalf of the farmers and ranchers in his constituency, who have expressed concerns about the lack of oversight and confusion surrounding these products.Williams acknowledged the growing popularity of plant-based imitation meats made with ingredients like soy...
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Rep. Williams Applauds House Passage of Resolution Disapproving of Final CFPB 1071 Rule
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) expressed his support for the House's passage of S.J. Res. 32, a Congressional Review Act disapproving of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) Dodd Frank Section 1071 Small Business Lending Data Collection Rule. The resolution was passed by a vote count of 221 to 202.In his statement, Congressman Williams commended the House for condemning the CFPB's "relentless attack on Main Street America." He emphasized the importance of small businesses in the American economy and the need for them to access...
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Chairman Williams’ Bill to Hold Fraudsters Accountable Passes the House
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, celebrated the passage of his bill, H.R. 5427, in the House of Representatives. The legislation aims to implement a common-sense requirement to protect the integrity of Small Business Administration (SBA) lending programs.Chairman Williams expressed his gratitude for the support received from his colleagues in a statement: "I am extremely grateful for my colleagues' support for my legislation to implement a common-sense requirement to protect the integrity of SBA...
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Congressman Williams Introduces Bill to Protect Our Border from Terrorist Invasion
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) has introduced the Border Security and Terrorism Prevention Act, a bill aimed at ensuring the safety of the United States by halting immigration functions at the southern border until the Department of Homeland Security can guarantee that no individuals on the terrorist watchlist can enter the country.Speaking about the bill, Congressman Williams expressed his concerns about the current state of affairs under the Biden administration. He stated, "In Joe Biden's America, millions of fighting-age men, human traffickers,...
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Rep. Williams Applauds Senate Passage of Resolution Disapproving of Final CFPB 1071 Rule
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) expressed his support for the Senate's passage of S.J. Res. 32, the Senate companion bill for H.J. Res. 66, a Congressional Review Act disapproving of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) 1071 Small Business Lending Data Collection Rule. The resolution, which received a vote count of 53-44, condemns the CFPB's actions and aims to protect Main Street America.In a statement, Congressman Williams commended the Senate for taking a stand against the CFPB's "continued attack on Main Street America." He...