Tony Gonzales
Former Representative for Texas’s 23rd District, 2021–2026 · Republican
Statements and posts
87 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Statement on Operation Epic Fury
Supported Operation Epic Fury as necessary response to Iranian regime threats.
“The brutal Iranian regime has refused all attempts at good-faith diplomacy with the United States, while targeting Americans, our allies, and its own citizens.”
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Secured $2 million federal funding to expand drone research and testing at UTEP.
“Leveraging drone technology is not only key to our economy, but to our national security. The $2 million I secured in federal funding for UTEP’s UAS program will expand drone and counter-UAS capabilities while boosting innovation, national security, and job growth in the region”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Questions Department of Homeland Security Leadership on Counter-UAS Activity
Questioned DHS leadership on airspace closure and counter-UAS activity during appropriations hearing.
“We're rolling it out in a most expeditious way. The sort of the amp up to it, and the pre-launch capabilities are already in place. We'll be fully ready to go in advance of FIFA.”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales to DHS Leaders: Protect Law Enforcement, Transparency is Key
Introduced Bulletproof Law Enforcement Vehicles Act and questioned DHS on law enforcement safety and transparency.
“100%, sir, that's one thing that I'm committed to, is full transparency, and I fully welcome body cameras all across the spectrum and all of our law enforcement activities. It is, sir. Body cam footage will be released.”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Introduces the Bulletproof Law Enforcement Vehicles Act
Introduced bill to expand DHS funding for law enforcement vehicle security upgrades.
“Recent reports show a major uptick in attacks on our law enforcement, especially ICE agents, and their assets.”
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Rep. Gonzales attended grand opening of USDA's New World screwworm sterile fly dispersal facility in South Texas.
“From securing critical funding in Congress to founding the New World Screwworm Working Group, strengthening our nation’s preparedness against a screwworm outbreak has been one of my top priorities.”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Introduces the Homeland Threat Response Act Ahead of Super Bowl
Introduced bill to clarify CBP authority assisting law enforcement in mass shootings and terrorism.
“When violence or terror strikes, the best-trained men and women need to be able to respond without hesitation about the bureaucratic backlash”
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Joined law enforcement and industry leaders to address oil theft in the Permian Basin.
“West Texas produces 15 percent of the world’s energy resources, so our global and national security interests are directly tied to protecting Texas’ energy industry”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Hosts Meeting with USDA Leadership, NWS Working Group
Hosted USDA meeting on New World Screwworm control with $100 million in available funding.
“Containing the New World screwworm parasite remains a national emergency that demands swift, coordinated action”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Secures Over $42 Million in Community Investments for South and West Texas
Secured over $42 million in FY26 appropriations for South and West Texas communities.
“As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I take seriously my responsibility to use taxpayer dollars wisely while delivering results for the communities I represent. This year's funding bills include more than $42 million to service critical needs across our district”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Advances Budget Bill to Support Law Enforcement in TX-23
Secured $22 million for law enforcement and school security in South and West Texas.
“As a member of the House Appropriations Committee and a fiscal conservative, ensuring that our taxpayer dollars are spent on priorities that directly improve Texans' lives is top of mind.”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Urges Response on Highly Contagious Equine Virus
Requested APHIS monitor equine herpesvirus outbreaks and protect Texas horse industry.
“From racing, [to] recreation, [to] rodeos, the equine industry is a notable economic driver, adding $177 billion annually to the national economy.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to fund land port of entry infrastructure and border community improvements.
“Land ports of entry along the border are critical to our national economy. However, to truly capture the value of cross-border trade, we must ensure our international bridges are modernized and properly maintained.”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Hosts Town Hall with Texas Agriculture Leaders and Experts
Hosted town hall with Texas agriculture leaders on agricultural developments and screwworm.
“From the Texas Wildlife Association’s perspective, it's obviously a huge issue for our livestock producers, but it's also a huge issue for wildlife. You know, a lot of people may not think about it, but a recent Texas A&M study showed that here in Texas, we have a $9.6 billion white-tailed deer hunting economy.”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Priorities in Military Quality of Life, Defense Package To Become Law
Voted for FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act with provisions improving military quality of life and housing conditions.
“As a 20-year Navy veteran, taking care of the men and women in our armed services is a top priority for me. Our servicemembers' quality of life goes hand in hand with military readiness”
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Questioned DHS Secretary on Coast Guard operations in Venezuela during homeland security hearing.
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Introduces Border Patrol Supervisors Retention Act
Introduced bill to expand overtime pay for Border Patrol supervisors to improve retention.
“Border Patrol supervisors are among the hardest-working federal employees in the service, yet they aren’t afforded the same enhanced overtime pay that has been authorized for other agents.”
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Urged CMS to prioritize Rural Health Transformation Program funding for Texas rural health centers.
“We are writing in strong support of Texas’s application for funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to launch VA Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program at five medical centers.
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Combat Drug Trafficking
Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen penalties on dark web drug dealers and combat fentanyl trafficking.
“The Dark Web Interdiction Act would give law enforcement officers the resources they need to help combat the rising trend of dark web drug dealers who have used the platform as a way to peddle illegal drugs across the United States.”
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Texas Educators Applaud the Passage of Rep. Tony Gonzales’ School Security Legislation
Celebrated House passage of school security legislation requiring DHS to develop best practices.
“As a father of six, I too share every parent and grandparent’s worry when it comes to school safety. It is a sad reality that our nation’s schools have become soft targets for violence. Across the nation, too many communities have witnessed tragedies in their backyards—including here in Texas.”
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Passed bipartisan bill allowing CBP to acquire shelter dogs as mental health support for personnel.
“The PEARL Act is named after a special, and newly retired, support canine that helped our Border Patrol Agents get through some very tough times”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Introduces Bill to Expand Dental Care Access for Veterans
Introduced bill to establish mobile dental care pilot program for rural veterans.
“No veteran should have to drive hours to see a dentist. Unfortunately, in parts of America, this is a reality”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Statement on Passage of Legislation to End the Government Shutdown
Voted for government funding extension through January 2026 and three full-year budget bills.
“Today, I voted for a second time to fully fund federal government operations. Congress’ core responsibility is to deliver an annual budget. Through my role on the House Appropriations Committee, I have worked hard all year to draft and pass 12/12 funding bills out of our committee.”
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Rep. Tony Gonzales Hosts Collaborative Meeting with USDA on Screwworm Prevention Efforts
Hosted collaborative meeting with USDA on screwworm prevention and sterile fly production facility.
“Containing the screwworm is a national emergency that must be addressed with the highest sense of urgency. The New World Screwworm Working Group is all in when it comes to preventing the spread of this parasite, which has the potential to severely impact our livestock and wildlife industries in Texas and beyond.”
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.