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February 23, 2015
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We are a nation of immigrants. From Albert Einstein to Henry Kissinger to Fox News' Rupert Murdoch, many foreign born Americans have significantly influenced science and the arts in this great country, there is no denying that.

Issues:Immigration and Border Security
February 23, 2015

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Congressman Roger Williams (R-Texas) released the following statement after the Obama Administration today sought to reverse a federal judge's injunction on President Barack Obama's executive action on immigration:

February 23, 2015

We are a nation of immigrants. From Albert Einstein to Henry Kissinger to Fox News' Rupert Murdoch, many foreign born Americans have significantly influenced science and the arts in this great country, there is no denying that.

February 19, 2015

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Congressman Roger Williams (Texas-25) today issued the following statement announcing Vince Zito as his communications director:

"As an experienced Capitol Hill staffer with both a legislative and communications background, Vince will be a tremendous asset to my office," said Williams. "It is important that my communications director help my constituents down here in Texas keep aware of what is going on in Washington, and I have no doubt Vince will effectively do that."

February 19, 2015

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Congressman Roger Williams (R-Texas) and 28 fellow Members of Congress requested that Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Robert McDonald explain why the Obama Administration proposed funding cuts to the Veterans Choice program in the president's Fiscal Year 2016 budget.

Issues:Veterans
February 17, 2015

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Congressman Roger Williams (Texas-25) today issued the following statement after a U.S. district court judge in Texas ruled against President Barack Obama's recent executive action on immigration:

December 17, 2014

Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) issued the following statement after President Obama announced his intentions to change U.S. policy toward Cuba upon the release of Alan Gross, an American hostage held in Cuba for the past five years:

Issues:Military
December 11, 2014
Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) issued the following statement after the House voted to pass the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2015.
"Two weeks ago, I pledged to do everything in my power to prevent President Obama's unlawful actions that would grant amnesty to millions of illegal immigrants in the United States. Today's bill not only does nothing to thwart the President's unilateral actions, it provides full funding for them.
December 4, 2014
Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX25) and Congressman John Carter (R-TX31) are proud to announce the House passed a bicameral agreement that ensures victims of the 2009 terrorist attack on Fort Hood are eligible for being awarded the Purple Heart, along with its corresponding benefits. The Senate is supportive of the House-passed legislation and is expected to pass the bill in the next week and send it to the President's desk. The language was included in the FY15 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) conference agreement.
Issues:Military
November 21, 2014
This week, Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) was recommended for appointment to the House Committee on Financial Services for the 114th Congress. The committee, led by Chairman Jeb Hensarling (R-TX), oversees issues regarding the economy, banking system, housing, insurance, and securities and exchange. Additionally, the committee has jurisdiction over monetary policy, international finance, and international monetary organizations.
"I am grateful for the opportunity to serve on this powerful committee," said Williams.
Issues:Economy