Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today in honor of the Hyde Amendment, the annual appropriations language that prohibits taxpayer funding of abortion, passed on September 30, 1976: “Today marks the 40th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment, which outlawed taxpayer dollars from being used to fund abortion practices. This vital legislative provision not only protects the rights of the innocent unborn, but also advances the cause of human freedom, extends the inalienable rig...
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U.S. Representative Louie Gohmert (TX-01) introduced legislation that would award the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian award in the United States bestowed by Congress, to Don Stephens in honor of his 38th year as President and Founder of the humanitarian relief organization Mercy Ships. He released the following statement regarding this prestigious nomination: “Over 38 years ago, Don Stephens had a vision of taking health care to places in the world filled with poverty and sufferin...
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Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement regarding a letter he sent to IRS Commissioner Koskinen to voice his concern with the closure of the Longview Tax Assistance Center: “It is deeply troubling that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has decided to close the doors of the Longview Tax Assistance Center. This location provides helpful services to the constituents in the First District of Texas and its absence will have a profound impact on the hardworking, taxpaying citizens...
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Today, Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) received the Guardian of Small Business Award from The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading advocate for small businesses, for his outstanding support of America’s small business owners in the 114th Congress. “It is an honor to be recognized as one of the most reliable advocates for small business in Washington. Small businesses are truly the backbone of this nation’s economy, and The NFIB works tirelessly to ensure they are p...
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Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today in remembrance of the thousands of Americans who were killed in the horrific terror attack on September 11, 2001: “Today marks the 15th anniversary of the 9-11 terrorist attack, the most heinous attack our homeland has ever suffered, in which completely innocent people living, working and enjoying America were murdered in a cold-blooded, pre-meditated act of war by evil, sadistic, radical Islamists who want to destroy us, our free...
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Gohmert on The Life & Legacy of Conservative Icon Phyllis Schlafly Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement honoring the life and legacy of conservative icon Phyllis Schlafly: “Phyllis Schlafly led in efforts to return America to being a shining light on a hill, a citadel for freedom and morality. She saw us losing our way, yet remained relentless in her efforts for her entire life. She was a leader, a warrior, a mentor, and a friend, even when we had a disagreement. Phyllis w...
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Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today applauding the Supreme Court of the United States for its refusal to declare President Obama’s unconstitutional immigration amnesty as lawful: “The ruling by the Supreme Court today is an immense victory for the American people and the United States Constitution. Blocked by a 4-4 tie, this decision upholds the lower court’s ruling that President Obama’s use of executive action to grant amnesty to illegal immigrants is completely u...
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Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement on a day we remember those who have fought courageously and paid the ultimate price for our freedom: “Today we remember and honor the lives of those who have bravely sacrificed their all for the sake of our freedom. The men and women in the United States Armed Forces are truly courageous patriots. There is no doubt that we have the freedom and the liberties we do in this country because of the sacrifice and the willingness of those who’...
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Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today regarding the passage of Kari’s Law in the U.S. House of Representatives: “This common sense reform was made possible through the tireless work of countless individuals, and none more so than Hank Hunt, the father of Kari Hunt. Federal Communications Commissioner Ajit Pai along with the American Hotel and Lodging Association were great helps in getting the help we needed to make this bill a reality nationwide. The Chairman of the ...
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Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today following the ruling in favor of House Republicans lawsuit against the Obama administration over ObamaCare: “This ruling today is a step in the right direction for the American people. It reinforces the reality that the Obama Administration has overstepped constitutional authority. This should come as no surprise to most since it has been their hazardous pattern for the last seven years.” "It is encouraging to see that a federal j...
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