Today, Rep. John Culberson joined Rep. Frank Wolf and nine of his colleagues in introducing a bill to establish a House Select Committee on the Terrorist Attack in Benghazi.
“Eighty-four days…
December 05, 2012
Today, Rep. John Culberson joined Rep. Frank Wolf and nine of his colleagues in introducing a bill to establish a House Select Committee on the Terrorist Attack in Benghazi.
“Eighty-four days…
November 30, 2012
Over the last few weeks you’ve probably heard about the dire consequences if we fall off the ‘fiscal cliff.’ This term refers to tax increases and automatic across-the-board spending cuts.…
Continue reading We Have a Spending Problem, Not a Revenue Problem
November 20, 2012
Thanksgiving provides us with an opportunity to give thanks for the many blessings in our lives. As Americans, we are blessed to live in the greatest country in the world,…
November 15, 2012
Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) released the following statement on the situation in Gaza and his continued support for Israel:
“I stand firmly with Israel and offer my continued prayers for their safety…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson Statement of Support for Israel
November 05, 2012
America has a spending problem, and we are living on borrowed money. Last week, the Treasury Department announced that the U.S. will hit the $16.4 trillion dollar borrowing limit by…
November 05, 2012
Voting in America is a sacred right, and we take great pride in having an orderly election process that is free from the violence that disrupts elections in so many…
Continue reading e-Newsletter: Rep. Culberson Cosponsors Federal Election Integrity Act
October 05, 2012
With over 23 million Americans unemployed or underemployed, today’s jobs report that the economy added 104,000 private sector jobs in September is bittersweet news. High unemployment rates have become the…
Continue reading Despite Small Gains, Millions Remain Out of Work
October 03, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC–Rep. John Culberson issued the following statement in response to the investigation into unauthorized spending by the Department of Veterans Affairs at two conferences in Orlando last year.
“Taxpayers are…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson Responds to VA Investigation on Orlando Conferences
October 02, 2012
Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) released the following statement after today’s shooting near the Arizona-Mexico border:
“Today’s early morning shooting of two Border Patrol Agents near Bisbee, Arizona, which resulted in the…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson’s statement on today’s shooting near the Arizona-Mexico border
September 20, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Reps. John Culberson (TX-07), Frank Wolf (VA-10), Bill Posey (FL-15), Pete Olson (TX-22) announced the Space Leadership Preservation Act, legislation that will change business as usual…
September 19, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House passed the Veterans Fiduciary Reform Act by a voice vote. The bill included language from Rep. Culberson’s bill that protects the religious freedoms of our veterans…
Continue reading House passes bill protecting religious freedoms at veterans’ funerals
September 19, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. John Culberson is a cosponsor of H.J. Res 18, which expresses disapproval of the Obama administration’s attempt to eliminate the welfare work requirements. This important bill…
September 17, 2012
“On this day in 1787, our Founding Fathers signed the single most important document in American history – the U.S. Constitution. At 4,400 words it is both the oldest and…
Continue reading Happy 225th Birthday to the U.S. Constitution!
September 11, 2012
The return of this somber anniversary every year should always remind us to pray for the families who lost loved ones and to honor the memory of those who were…
August 27, 2012
Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement on the death of Neil Armstrong:
“This past weekend, we lost a great American, Neil Armstrong. Commander Armstrong will forever be remembered as…
August 09, 2012
HOUSTON, TX – Rep. Culberson recently participated in a Congressional roundtable hosted by Associated Builders and Contractors. His fellow panel members…
August 03, 2012
Dear Friend,
This week, I joined my colleagues in the House and voted to stop the largest tax hike in history – which threatens more than 700,000 jobs – and to lay…
Continue reading E-Newsletter: Tax Reform for American Families
July 19, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) joined 127 House Republicans, led by Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) and Republican Study Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (OH-04), on a letter to Speaker…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson joins 127 House Republicans Urging Leaders to Defund ObamaCare
July 12, 2012
In 2003, Justice Anthony Kennedy said, “It is a grave mistake to retain a policy just because a court finds it constitutional.” I strongly agree with this statement. This week,…
Continue reading House Votes to Protect Middle-Class Families
July 11, 2012
I have the distinct privilege of representing Rice University, which is celebrating its 100th birthday this year. Rice is one of our nation’s premiere universities and is consistently ranked as…
July 06, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement today regarding the latest unemployment report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
“The number one threat to our national…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson’s Statement on Latest Unemployment Report
July 04, 2012
June 29, 2012
Washington, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-7) issued the following statement after the House passed the fiscal year 2013 transportation appropriations bill by a vote of 261 to 163:
“Today’s House vote…
June 28, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House voted to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress for withholding documents related to the Fast and Furious gun-walking operation. Rep. John…
Continue reading House Holds Attorney General Eric Holder in Contempt of Congress
June 28, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court decision on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act:
“I am deeply disappointed…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson’s Statement on Supreme Court Decision
June 28, 2012
The U.S Supreme Court has reached a decision on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. To read the decision, click HERE.
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Continue reading Supreme Court Ruling on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
June 20, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement as the House Oversight Committee moves to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress:
“Since I first called…
Continue reading House Oversight Committee moves to hold AG Holder in contempt of Congress
June 20, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House Appropriations Committee approved the 2013 spending bill for the Departments of Transportation, Housing and Urban Development which included two provisions authored by Rep. Culberson. …
Continue reading Rep. Culberson Protects Residents and Businesses along Richmond and Post Oak
June 19, 2012
A tsunami of tax hikes is set to hit the American people in 2013 if Congress fails to act. This Special Report presents some snapshots of how Taxmegeddon will likely…
Continue reading Heritage Foundation Special Report: The Cost of Taxmageddon
June 15, 2012
“This is an absolute outrage on so many levels”
Dear Friend,
I am outraged the president has ignored the law and overwhelming public opposition in granting amnesty to nearly one million illegal…
Continue reading E-Newsletter: Rep. Culberson responds to amnesty plan
June 14, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement today in response to the sentencing of R. Allen Stanford:
“After more than three years, R. Allen Stanford was finally…
Continue reading R. Allen Stanford Sentenced to 110 years in Prison
June 14, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement in response to yesterday’s announcement by Interior Secretary Ken Salazar that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service would not…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson’s statement on the Dune Sagebrush Lizard decision
June 14, 2012
Houston, TX – This week, Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) met with representatives from the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Texas District 4 Ceremonial Team in Houston. The VFW members thanked Rep.…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson meets with local VFW members
June 13, 2012
Houston, TX – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) announces 12 outstanding students from the 7th District have accepted an appointment to one of the United States Service Academies.
Continue reading Rep. Culberson Announces Service Academy Appointees
June 08, 2012
Watch Rep. Culberson’s floor remarks here.
Rep. Culberson: “If a local law enforcement agency refuses to follow federal law, they should not expect to be rewarded with federal grant money”
Washington, DC –…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson Cosponsors Amendment Prohibiting Federal Funds to Sanctuary Cities
June 08, 2012
Click HERE to watch Rep. Culberson’s floor remarks
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) offered his support for an amendment to H.R. 5855, the FY2013 Homeland Security Appropriations bill that would…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson: “There can be no liberty without law enforcement.”
June 06, 2012
Watch Rep. Culberson’s testimony here.
H.R. 2720: Prohibits the federal government from interfering with the content of funeral services
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) will testify before the Subcommittee…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson continues to defend Veterans’ Religious Freedom
June 06, 2012
“We will accept nothing less than full victory.” – General Dwight D. Eisenhower
June 6, 1944: 160,000 Allied troops landed along a 50-mile stretch of heavily-fortified French coastline to fight Nazi…
June 04, 2012
Bill will fund essential programs and services for our nation’s troops, veterans, and military families
Washington, DC – The House today approved the fiscal year 2013 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs…
May 28, 2012
As we observe Memorial Day, we honor and thank the brave men and women of the United States Military who have given their lives…
May 25, 2012
HOUSTON, TX – This week, Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) hosted a reception for local student-artists in Congressional District 7 to showcase their entries…
Continue reading 2012 Congressional Art Competition Showcases Local Talent
May 18, 2012
Washington D.C. – In a Committee Report released by the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, the subcommittee expressed concerns about the state of our…
May 16, 2012
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Appropriations Committee approved the fiscal year 2013 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill. The legislation totals $71.7 billion in discretionary funding, which holds…
May 15, 2012
ACU Chairman: “John Culberson stands with those who are trying to preserve those principles”
Washington, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) recently received the “ACU Conservative” award from the American Conservative Union…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson Receives ACU Conservative Award
May 14, 2012
As a fiscally conservative “Jeffersonian republican,” Congressman John Culberson is committed to Thomas Jefferson’s vision of limited government, individual liberty, and states’ rights. Simply put, John Culberson believes in “Letting…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson’s Strong Conservative Leadership
May 11, 2012
Rep. Culberson addresses Metro Board: “I’m here today to support the 14 independent cities”
HOUSTON, TX – Today, Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) addressed a special meeting of the Houston METRO Board…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson Supports Extension of METRO General Mobility Payments
May 10, 2012
This week, I voted against H.R. 2072 – Securing American Jobs Through Exports Act of 2011, not because I am against securing jobs, but because I am against increasing the exposure…
Continue reading E-Newsletter: The federal government should not pick economic winners and losers
May 09, 2012
Washington, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) delivered the following remarks on the House floor in support of an amendment to the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson: “There is no liberty without law enforcement”
May 08, 2012
WASHINGTON, May 8, 2012 — In a bipartisan effort to put the Keystone XL pipeline on the…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson signs letter to fast track pipeline: “Build Keystone Now”
May 08, 2012
Rep. Culberson recently met with oil and gas industry leaders to discuss new cutting edge technology at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston.
May 03, 2012
The National Day of Prayer is a vital part of our heritage. Since the first call to prayer in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for…
April 27, 2012
“The EPA is not a conquering army, it does not wield dictatorial power, and it certainly was not granted the authority to crucify anyone – metaphorically or not.”
Washington, DC –…
April 27, 2012
Culberson: “Not only is it fully paid for, it also reduces the deficit by $6 billion dollars.”
Washington, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement after the House…
Continue reading House Passes Extension of Student Loan Interest Rates
April 26, 2012
Washington, DC – This week, the Family Research Council’s legislative action group, FRC Action, applauded Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) for his continued work to strengthen families, protect life and defend…
April 19, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) voted in support of H.R. 9, the Small Business Tax Cut Act that provides a one-year, 20 percent tax deduction for companies with…
April 17, 2012
Rep. Culberson: The federal government doesn’t have a revenue problem, it has a spending problem.
April 17, 2012
“I work for you and your parents,” Culberson said. “I work for District 7.”
Continue reading Bellaire Examiner: Bellaire High students discuss issues with Rep. Culberson
April 12, 2012
Rep. Culberson Accepting Submissions from Students in the 7th Congressional District
Washington, DC – Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage…
April 12, 2012
Rep. Culberson Accepting Submissions from Students in the 7th Congressional District
Washington, DC – Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage…
April 11, 2012
Washington, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) recently received the US Chamber of Commerce’s prestigious “Spirit of Enterprise” award. This award is given annually to members of Congress based on…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson receives US Chamber’s Spirit of Enterprise Award
April 11, 2012
Washington, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) recently received the US Chamber of Commerce’s prestigious “Spirit of Enterprise” award. This award is given annually to members of Congress based on…
April 11, 2012
Washington, DC – The National Association of Community Health Centers recently awarded Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) with its highest award – the 2012 Distinguished Community Health Advocate Award for his…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson receives the 2012 Distinguished Community Health Advocate Award
April 11, 2012
Washington, DC – The National Association of Community Health Centers recently awarded Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) with its highest award – the 2012 Distinguished Community Health Advocate Award for his…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson receives the 2012 Distinguished Community Health Advocate Award
March 30, 2012
Cuts Spending; Reduces Government
“The most serious threat to our nation’s defense is our debt”
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) voted in support of the House Republican budget that will…
March 28, 2012
Over the past three days the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the cases challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act. We won’t find out until June if the…
March 23, 2012
Washington, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement on the second anniversary of the President’s health care law:
“Today marks two years since the President signed the flawed Affordable…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson’s Statement on the Two-Year Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act
March 22, 2012
Washington, DC – Today, the House of Representatives voted to repeal the Affordable Care Act’s Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) by a vote of 223-181. Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson votes to Repeal Independent Payment Advisory Board
March 20, 2012
Washington, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement regarding the House Budget Plan for FY2013:
“We are rapidly sliding into bankruptcy because of the uncontrollable spending the Obama administration…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson Applauds House “Path to Prosperity” Budget Plan
March 19, 2012
Doctors and medical students share their concerns on the future of medicine in America
Houston, TX – Congressmen John Culberson (TX-07) and Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26) joined Dr. Giuseppe N. Colasurdo,…
March 07, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) delivered the following remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives:
Mr. Speaker, America has no better friend on the face of…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson: We Will Be There to Defend Israel
March 06, 2012
After 13 days of glory, the siege ended on the morning of March 6, 1836. All 189 defenders of the Alamo were killed. “VICTORY OR DEATH.” We owe them our very best efforts to preserve and protect the liberties they fought and died to protect.
March 02, 2012
On March 1, 1836, delegates from the seventeen Mexican municipalities of Texas and the settlement of Pecan Point met at Washington-on-the-Brazos at the Convention of 1836 to consider independence from…
February 29, 2012
Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee Health Subcommittee approved the bipartisan Medicare Decisions Accountability Act, H.R. 452 by a vote of 17-5. Congressman John Culberson is a cosponsor of …
Continue reading Rep. Culberson supports repeal of controversial Independent Payment Advisory Board
February 17, 2012
Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement after the House passed the payroll tax cut conference agreement:
“Today, the House passed the full-year extension of the payroll tax cut finally…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson’s Statement on the Payroll Tax Cut Agreement
February 10, 2012
Washington, DC – This week, Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) became a cosponsor of H.R. 1179, the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act, that would amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson Cosponsors the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act
February 09, 2012
“You don’t cut spending for critical scientific research endeavors that have immeasurable benefit to the nation and inspire the human spirit of exploration we all have,” Rep. John Abney Culberson (R-Tex.) said.
Continue reading Obama’s budget would cut Mars program, solar system exploration
February 08, 2012
Texas on the Potomac: Texan lawmakers angry that Canadian oil for the Keystone pipeline might go to ‘our worst enemy’
Canada’s Prime Minister Stephen Harper (L) and his wife Laureen disembark…
January 27, 2012
Washington, DC – Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) became an original cosponsor of H.R. 3811, the Keystone for a Secure Tomorrow Act of 2012 (K-FAST) which circumvents the president and allows for…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson Cosponsors Keystone for Secure Tomorrow Act
January 25, 2012
Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following response to President Obama’s State of the Union address:
“I am pleased that President Obama’s State of the Union speech spent less time than…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson’s Response to the State of the Union Address
January 20, 2012
Congressman John Culberson issued the following statement in response to today’s ruling by the United States Supreme Court on the Texas Redistricting case:
“It is gratifying to see that the Supreme…
Continue reading Supreme Court rejects judge-drawn Texas electoral maps
January 20, 2012
Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s decision to reject the Keystone Pipeline:
“Now that President Obama has clearly revealed his complete disregard for American…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson’s Statement on the Keystone Pipeline Decision
January 20, 2012
Washington, DC – Rep. John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement on the House Resolution disapproving President Obama’s request a $1.2 trillion increase in the debt limit, the final increase included…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson Votes Against Debt Limit Increase
January 13, 2012
December 28, 2011
Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement on the extension of the payroll tax exemption:
“I am extremely disappointed that a year-long extension giving taxpayers, employers, and seniors more certainty…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson’s Statement on Payroll Tax Exemption Extension
December 20, 2011
Congressman John Culberson (TX-07) issued the following statement on the Middle Class Tax Relief & Job Creation Act:
“This is not complicated. The House bill keeps everyone’s payroll taxes stable for…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson: “This is not complicated”
December 07, 2011
“Today, on the 70th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, our thoughts focus on history. We remember those that served our country, that gave their lives to protect our freedom,…
November 29, 2011
My principal goal since Metro first proposed their transit solution plan in 2003 is to protect the taxpayers from an unrealistic expansion plan that would bankrupt Houston Metro and leave…
Continue reading Rep. John Culberson Continues Metro Funding Oversight
November 14, 2011
I am very pleased that the Supreme Court has agreed to determine whether the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) is constitutional.
I remain fully dedicated to repealing PPACA. One…
November 10, 2011
As we observe Veterans Day, let us give thanks to those that have served our country in order to protect our individual freedoms. Their service should remind every American that…
November 09, 2011
Written by: Jack Dennis, San Antonio Headlines Examiner
Texas Senator John Cornyn tore into U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder today before the Senate Judiciary Committee about “Fast and Furious,” the “gun-walking”…
Continue reading Texas Senator Cornyn tears into Obama’s Attorney General Holder on agent death
November 01, 2011
By: Matthew Boyle
The Obama administration appears to be attempting to defend Attorney General Eric Holder as the Justice Department dumped more than 650 pages worth of Operation Fast and Furious…
October 28, 2011
The National Taxpayers Union (NTU) has named Representative John Culberson a recipient of the 2011 Taxpayers’ Friend Award. He received a 90% rating from the NTU. This score reflects a…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson Named Recipient of the 2011 Taxpayers’ Friend Award
October 28, 2011
Right now, more than 13 million Americans are unemployed, and our country is in desperate need of job creation and economic development. If President Obama is serious about putting Americans…
October 21, 2011
I am glad the lawsuit is over and grateful that Judge Lynn Hughes has ordered the VA to stop interfering with our veterans’ funerals. It is deeply disappointing that it…
Continue reading Rep. Culberson’s Statement on the Houston National Cemetery Settlement Agreement
October 14, 2011
Forty-two members of Congress — led by Rep. Pete Olson, R-Sugar Land – are pressing NASA to take a second look at a controversial decision to hand over the retired…
October 06, 2011
Today, House Republicans took another step to protect the American labor force. The passage of the Cement Sector Regulatory Relief Act will shield the cement industry from one of many…
October 05, 2011
Congressman John Culberson spoke on the Floor of the House today in support of the Cement Sector Regulatory Relief Act, which will alleviate the cement industry from one of many…
Continue reading Floor Speech Supporting the Cement Sector Regulatory Relief Act
September 30, 2011
WASHINGTON — Texas lawmakers Thursday renewed their fight to wrest the retired shuttle Enterprise from New York City and bring it to NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.
They contend NASA’s…
Continue reading San Antonio Express: Texas lawmakers fight for shuttle Enterprise
September 20, 2011
Written by: Reps. Gene Green, Al Green, John Culberson and Pete Olson.
With NASA’s recent announcement of plans to move forward with the development of the Space Launch System (SLS), America…
Continue reading Houston Chronicle: A new era of space exploration
September 15, 2011
I applaud Speaker Boehner on his remarks earlier today at the Economic Club of Washington. While the Speaker agreed to consider President Obama’s jobs initiatives, he also highlighted the underlying…