Pete Sessions
U.S. Representative · TX-17 · Republican
Statements and posts
41 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Congressman Sessions Statement on the End of the Government Shutdown
Voted to end 43-day government shutdown, citing hemp regulation and veterans funding.
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Congressman Sessions Announces $30 Million FEMA Grant for Lake Livingston Dam Repairs
Announced $30 million FEMA grant for Lake Livingston Dam repairs in Texas.
“I am pleased to assist the TRA in this matter. Lake Livingston provides critical infrastructure to Houston and the East Texas region. These damages were costly and required swift repair which TRA provided.”
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Congressman Sessions Statement on Schumer Shutdown
Blamed Democrats for government shutdown and called for negotiations to reopen government.
“House Republicans did our job to keep the government open and avoid a shutdown. In the past, when Congress reached this point, we have come together to pass a clean continuing resolution so negotiations could continue without hurting the American people. This time, Democrats chose a different path.”
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Congressman Sessions to Speak on House Floor in Support of HR 5125
Announced floor speech supporting DC judicial nominations reform bill.
“As the son of a federal judge, I have a great respect for the judiciary and the process Constitutionally ordained to ensure fairness in our courts. Empowering the courts to convict criminals is essential for improving public safety in our beautiful capital city.”
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Announced House passage of bill reforming DC judicial nominations process.
“I am proud my bill to abolish the DC Judicial Nomination Commission has passed the House. As the son of a federal judge, I have a great respect for the judiciary and the process Constitutionally ordained to ensure fairness in our courts.”
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Congressman Sessions Leads Letter Opposing Marijuana Rescheduling
Led letter to Attorney General opposing marijuana rescheduling from Schedule I.
“Rescheduling marijuana is bad policy, no matter the administration. The data is clear: marijuana is a dangerous drug that has only become more dangerous over time. That is why I have spent my entire career in Congress opposing the rescheduling of marijuana.”
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Congressman Sessions Announces EPA Award to City of Huntsville
Announced $1 million EPA award for wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation.
“I am proud to announce that the EPA is awarding $1 million to the City of Huntsville for critical rehabilitation to the N.B. Davidson Wastewater Treatment Plant. This investment will expand water capacity to support Huntsville’s growing population while protecting water quality in Lake Conroe and Elkins Lake.”
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Congressman Sessions to Join President Trump in Kerr County
Visited Kerr County to survey flood damage and recovery efforts with President Trump.
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Statement on Hill Country Flooding
Expressed condolences for tragic flooding in Hill Country, Texas.
“I am heartbroken by the tragic flooding in the Hill Country. Our prayers are with those who have been lost, those still missing, and all the families affected. We pray for comfort, strength, and healing. May God also watch over the emergency response team and volunteers continuing their courageous efforts.”
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Congressman Sessions Votes Yes on Senate Amendment to One Big Beautiful Bill
Voted yes on Senate amendment to One Big Beautiful Bill, supporting border security and fraud prevention.
“I am pleased to see this important legislation moving forward with Senate revisions that maintain the priorities of preventing a return to the Obama-era policies of higher taxes and excessive government spending, while protecting American taxpayers.”
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Congressman Sessions Votes "YES" on President Trump's "One Big, Beautiful Bill"
Voted for One Big Beautiful Bill securing border and reimbursing Texas border operations.
“I am proud that we came together as a team to deliver real results for the American people by passing legislation that prevents the return of burdensome Obama-era tax policies and strengthens Medicaid by ensuring it is no longer extended to illegal immigrants.”
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Congressman Sessions Introduces the Words Matter Act to Update Outdated Language in U.S. Code
Introduced bipartisan bill to replace outdated language in federal code regarding intellectual disabilities.
“As the proud father of a young man with Down syndrome, I know firsthand that words matter. My son Alex is an Eagle Scout, a loving uncle, and accomplished young man whose abilities far exceed his disabilities. This legislation ensures that federal law recognizes people like Alex with the God-given dignity they deserve”
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Congressman Sessions Introduces the Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act of 2025
Introduced bill to ensure websites and software applications are accessible to people with disabilities.
“The Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act of 2025 is about fairness, ensuring that Americans with disabilities are given a level playing field as technology continues to evolve. This bipartisan effort is essential for millions of Americans that face discrimination by digital barriers”
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Congressman Sessions Introduces RED TAPE Act to Rein in Bureaucracy
Introduced RED TAPE Act to restrict federal agencies' cost-benefit analysis methods.
“In 2023, the Biden-Harris Administration issued guidance that directed government agencies to heavily incorporate non-monetary values into their cost-benefit analyses of proposed regulations.”
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Congressman Pete Sessions to Continue as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Government Operations
Continues as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Government Operations.
“I am excited to continue serving as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Government Operations on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.”
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Congressman Sessions Applauds Signing of GSA Technology Accountability Act
Applauded signing of the GSA Technology Accountability Act into law.
“I am proud that my common-sense legislation, the GSA Technology Accountability Act has been signed into law. As Chairman of the Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce, I found that there is insufficient transparency in the General Services Administration regarding technology projects.”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.
