John Culberson
Texas' 7th District
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- Great news for Houston--would love to see the Texans play in it RT @KPRCLocal2: Houston Wins Bid for Super Bowl LI http://t.co/8fCPGL8xnG
- RT @HouseAppropsGOP: .@CongCulberson notes chief priorities included addressing the veterans disability claims backlog, creating a unified …
- We have a long history of bipartisan support for our military and veterans. This bill continues that support in a fiscally responsible way.
- The MilCon/VA bill we're marking up now provides funding to ensure that our military and our veterans have the resources that they need.
- Truly devastating images coming out of Oklahoma. Thoughts and prayers go out to those affected.
- Today is Armed Forces Day--please take a minute to thank a soldier or veteran for all they do for our country
- .@Chocolataman HR 1062, Regulatory Accountability Act. Requires analysis & review of new & existing regs. More info http://t.co/XoDGslP8Uk
- I spoke on the House floor yesterday about Democrats' hypocrisy on enrolling in the Obamacare trainwreck: http://t.co/VN37b9mSQJ
- I voted today to force the SEC to use common-sense principles in making regulations affecting small businesses.
- I wrote a little bit on the recent Obama scandals. If you can, please take a minute to read: http://t.co/lgJjzS0L5T
- Unbelievable. The IRS official in charge of targeting conservatives is now running the IRS Obamacare office. http://t.co/XuoshNLtgD
- Voted to repeal. #ObamacareInThreeWords
- This week has shown us the IRS is not following the law. Let’s not put them in charge of healthcare. I’m voting to repeal Obamacare.
- Did you know Sec. Sebelius is soliciting donations to help implement Obamacare? Here's what I'm doing about it: http://t.co/1nYe712ulj
- The FY14 DHS Approps bill we marked up today forces the DHS to report its justification for ammunition purchases to Congress every 3 months.
- With @JudgeCarter's lead, the FY14 DHS bill we marked up today is strong on border security and gov't accountability: http://t.co/d64eoTTmXv
- RT @RepHensarling: This morning, my thoughts & prayers are with my fellow Texans who were impacted by last night's devastating storm. #GodB…
- True! RT @connorobrienNH: At #MilCon Appropriations subcommittee meeting, @CongCulberson revealed he is an amateur astronomer. #funfact
- Arrested Development fans: GOB Bluth and Senate Dems feel the same way about Obamacare--“I’ve made a huge mistake.” http://t.co/NKo3BkjkSm
- Happy to! Thanks for taking the lead on this. RT @RepThomasMassie: Thx @CongCulberson for signing my letter against #InternetTax #NoNetTax
- Excited to chair the FY 2014 MilCon markup to ensure that our military and veterans get the support they deserve. http://t.co/waqYbX5Vy1
- "Using the salad fork for the entree is inappropriate. Using the IRS for political purposes is a criminal offense." http://t.co/2BvS1JU6iy
- RT @GOPLeader: I’m grateful justice has been served. Many families still recovering from the horror & pain. Pray for them and for all human…
- Happy Mother's Day!
- RT @GOPWhip: The White House said today House GOP is attempting to "politicize" #Benghazi. Americans lost their lives, and we want facts. T…
- The IRS intimidating organizations based on ideology is unacceptable. The House will begin investigating immediately.
- Talking pts were changed 12x, we need 1 RT @penguinponders During @CongCulberson's town hall last week, he called for select com on Benghazi
- RT @RepKevinBrady: IRS apologizes for targeting conservative groups http://t.co/iCGeoRlbrx
- Texas’s economy is booming, so we're a great model for the President to learn how to do things right in the other 49 states.
- Great to meet with Paulette and Diane Bennett of Houston advocating for ALS research in my DC office today http://t.co/7V9EzQA6ye
- The Working Families Flexibility Act I cosponsored passed the House today. This bill helps parents balance the demands of work and family.
- .@GOPoversight is kicking off an important hearing on Benghazi. Watch live here: http://t.co/WVT7fDQmPb
- Texas is ranked as the most competitive state for business--our pro-growth policies should be a model for the nation. http://t.co/hltU6jpomD
- On Wed., the TX Medical Center is holding a hiring event for veterans. Please share this with the vets in your life: http://t.co/JvAE4lC8Er
- .@CyChristian visited DC this week. If your school is making a DC trip we can help plan here: http://t.co/M8od6qpI8F http://t.co/WiqIaebyY5
- Great that students from @DuchesneHouston came to DC this week, I hope y'all had a memorable trip. http://t.co/OidBc3ZXzQ
- Congrats to Betsy Goodman of Episcopal HS for winning the Congressional Art Competition for #TX7 with "Lily Pond." http://t.co/x2vT5okIu1
- .@cjnapoli Thanks for coming out to the town hall tonight; I enjoyed talking with #TX7 folks about how to reign in the federal government.
- Great turnout at the town hall meeting tonight! Thanks to everyone who came to talk about what I'm working on in DC. http://t.co/wQQ2t2DBYP
- MT @penguinponders: Reminder: @congculberson is holding a Town Hall meeting tonight. 6:00PM at Memorial Middle School. I'll save you a seat.
- I'm talking with @Radiomattrick on KPRC 950 in Houston about what's going on in Washington. Listen here: http://t.co/O89sk9AvI0
- I'm having a town hall meeting to discuss Washington's spending problem at Memorial Middle School at 6:00 Wednesday. Hope to see you there.
- RT @PeteSessions: My thoughts are with West, #TX as they honor the victims of last week’s tragic explosion. View the memorial LIVE: http://…
- Since GOP control started in 2011, smart changes to House operations have saved taxpayers more than $400 million http://t.co/34UsauVdgu
- Air traffic controllers are furloughed, but Obamacare officials aren't. Read about it during your flight delay: http://t.co/HYL734ijJ2
- MT @USACEGALVESTON: Col. Sallese briefs @CongCulberson about FY14 projects; Sallese sits in 36th US Pres. LBJs chair http://t.co/pQeToqspsm
- Tonight in Boston we saw the bravery and resolve of our first responders. We should be thankful for them today and every day.
- RT @rosetexas: Thank you @CongCulberson for support of diabetes research & for sharing your time with @JDRFAdvocacy http://t.co/edVdEy97vB
- At 2:00 ET, I'm questioning Attorney General Eric Holder in a House Approps hearing. What would you like to hear him discuss this afternoon?
- I'm chairing a @HouseAppropsGOP hearing with VA Sec. Shinseki on veteran's issues and claims backlogs. Live feed: http://t.co/Fu9LILwS0p
- RT @Pontifex: Please join me in praying for the victims of the explosion in Texas and their families.
- RT @tedcruz: How to Help the West, TX Victims: http://t.co/PlPgOfD9Mp
- RT @JanineTurner: @CongCulberson on my show now re: Jeffersonian Republicans, our 2nd Amendment Rights & more! Call me 855-952-6463 or XM166
- I'm talking with @JanineTurner on KPRC 950 in Houston at 6:30 CT. Listen live here: http://t.co/DADxFeufqg
- I'll be talking with Paul Bettencourt on KSEV 720 in Houston at 5:00 CT. Listen live here: http://t.co/kdOSGrt7lE
- Yet another member of the President's party realizes that Obamacare will be a "huge train wreck." http://t.co/9jOgVPqW7c
- My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, families, and first responders in Boston today.
- @marklangford I'm a cosponsor of of that legislation--Benghazi is a serious issue and we need answers.
- This morning I'll be chairing a MilCon-VA Appropriations hearing. Watch live at 10:30 ET: http://t.co/9GNhNpZy6T
- At 10:00 ET, the @HouseAppropsGOP Homeland Security Subcommittee has a hearing w/ Sec. Napolitano. Watch us live: http://t.co/hG2p2gK1Ky
- President Obama's budget is nothing but more of the same failed policies. Read more about it here: http://t.co/M3eAKlYCLf
- I'm saddened by Margaret Thatcher's passing; she was a friend to America and an icon of the conservative movement.
- A great read from @SenJohnThune: "Obama's Slow Growth Economy Isn't Good Enough" http://t.co/tinkiwhd5v
- Today in 1983, the "Phi Slama Jama" U of H basketball team defeated Louisville, advancing to the NCAA championship game (h/t @Houstorian).
- Good luck to the Astros on opening night tonight!
- From my family to yours, have a happy and blessed Easter
- The more we learn about it, the more it looks like the Affordable Care Act was inaccurately named.
- RT @SpeakerBoehner: HHS Sec. Sebelius admits healthcare costs “may rise” under ObamaCare http://t.co/tcxowjrOXZ #brokenpromises
- Honored to receive the "True Blue" Award from @FRCdc for supporting family values and religious freedom. http://t.co/6YJKQPtO90
- My family and I wish a blessed Passover to all those celebrating around the world tonight. Chag Sameach.
- Tax increases, higher premiums, and lower-quality healthcare. Today is Obamacare's 3rd anniversary. It should be its last.
- Honored to receive the 2013 Distinguished Community Health Advocate Award from the @NACHC today.
- Just voted for the House conservative budget. It's balanced, repeals Obamacare, and is the common sense plan we need to get back on track.
- The @HouseAppropsGOP CJS Subcommittee is holding a hearing on NASA oversight. Watch us live at: http://t.co/0QMUEuLZ7r
- .@DesertStormMeml Thank you, and thanks for the work that you're doing. I'm happy to help honor the hard work and sacrifice of our veterans.
- Today is Space Day at the TX Capitol. It's great to see the next generation of astronauts, scientists, & researchers inspired by #spaceweek
- RT @HouseAppropsGOP: Chairman Frank Wolf and @CongCulberson listen to @NSF Director Subra Suresh at today's #CJS hearing http://t.co/ZPJ ...
- At 10:00, the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee holds a hearing on immigration enforcement. Watch us live http://t.co/HWbtb6sk9n
- I had a great time discussing current events & government with a sharp group of seniors from Jersey Village HS today http://t.co/llkzLTar9k
- I couldn't disagree with Obama more MT @RepFleming: President to House GOP: balancing budget not important and not necessarily advisable.
- House conservatives have a plan to balance the budget in 10 years, cut waste, and create jobs. Read it here: http://t.co/YXYl1CpzM2
- I'm on KSEV in Houston talking with Edd Hendee about today's votes. Listen live: http://t.co/oUPgYVdvP4
- The President has closed the people's house, but members of Congress will continue to welcome visitors to the Capitol http://t.co/M8od6qpI8F
- At the @HouseAppropsGOP hearing, we're learning from military leaders how sequestration will affect our preparedness. http://t.co/EnOqdTQ7RS
- At 10:30, I'm chairing a @HouseAppropsGOP hearing with the Joint Chiefs of Staff on military facilities. Watch live: http://t.co/VtrwjgQMWu
- Enjoy your trip! MT @gregscheinman: Thank you @CongCulberson for arranging our Capital Tour in D.C next week! Excited for our visit.
- Happy Texas Independence Day! Yesterday my DC office celebrated with ribs and brisket. How are you celebrating Texas today?
- Obama said "we should have a balanced approach to deficit reduction." Democrats got their tax increase 59 days ago. It's time for cuts.
- Honored to receive an award from @ACUConservative for fighting for conservative values in Congress. http://t.co/V9u0T88EGz
- I'm on KSEV in Houston talking with Edd Hendee about the sequester. Listen live: http://t.co/oUPgYVdvP4
- RT @RepTomPrice: It's been 1,400 days since @SenateDems passed a budget. What else happened on April 29, 2009? http://t.co/V6QH8q7DRP
- At 10:00 ET, I'm testifying before @HouseScience in support of the Space Leadership Preservation Act. Watch live: http://t.co/gENfgKoOwG
- Honored that @GovWaste thinks my bill is "first course" to tackling duplicative programs that waste scarce taxpayer $ http://t.co/Q31jty4qQ4
- 51 years ago today @NASA put 1st astronaut into orbit. John Glenn saw 3 sunsets & sunrises in 4 hrs & 56 mins and later became a Senator.
- I'm pleased to welcome my colleague @RepAndyHarrisMD to the Appropriations Committee
- A great look at the technologies invented by NASA scientists RT @NASASpinoff: Get your NASA Spinoff 2012 here! http://t.co/iThudazB
- Reminder: you can get real-time #sotu fact checks and the GOP response at http://t.co/AGCramRU
- RT @gopconference: Get a preview of Sen. Marco Rubio's address to the nation tonight here http://t.co/5W5VHUGC #sotu
- Planning on watching the State of the Union tonight? Get real time fact checking and the GOP response at http://t.co/kP7BD93y
- The nine most terrifying words in the English language are "I'm from the government and I'm here to help" - Happy 102nd, President Reagan
