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August 8, 2017
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Dear Friends,

I have been back in Texas' 25th Congressional District for a little over a week now and I'd like to take this time to keep you up-to-date with what we've been doing.

As I am sure many of you heard last week, the House Committee on Ethics unanimously voted to clear me of an on-going ethics review regarding a transportation amendment I offered back in 2015, during the 114th Congress. As I have stated from the beginning, I did not violate any rules, laws or regulations. As a small business owner for my entire working life, I knew I needed to act to protect small businesses and their employees by offering this commonsense legislation. I am pleased with the Committee's diligence and professionalism and am happy this is now behind us.

On Friday, President Trump signed into law H.R. 3298, the Wounded Officers Recovery Act of 2017, that I was an original co-sponsor of. This will allow donations made to the Capitol Police Memorial Fund to be used for Officers Crystal Griner and David Bailey, who were injured in the Alexandria Shooting back in June. I am proud of the House, Senate and President Trump for being able to turn this bill into law in just a matter of days.

Lastly, I'd like to take a moment to recognize Fort Hood Army Base. A few months ago, I testified before the House Appropriations Committee on behalf of the need for increased funding for Army barracks in Fort Hood. I have been fighting for this funding for years and I am proud to say that last Thursday, Fort Hood received $145 million. This will allow our brave men and women to have appropriate and livable housing and I am humbled to have been able to play a role in this big achievement.

I have included some articles and releases you may find interesting located on the right side of this newsletter. It is an honor and privilege to represent the people of Texas' 25th Congressional District and as always, please reach out to me with any issues and concerns that are important to you.

Sincerely,

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Roger Williams

Member of Congress

Issues:MilitaryVeterans