John Culberson
Texas' 7th District
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- Happy Father's Day!
- Enjoyed having you! RT @Yoest: Just wrapped up my senior experience in @CongCulberson 's office! Truly an incredible internship. #TX07
- RT @rosetexas: Tks @CongCulberson for always being there for #diabetes & advocating advancement of artificial pancreas at #FDA @JDRFAdvocac…
- Thanks for 238 years service to our country. Happy birthday, @USArmy
- On this day in 1777, Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes as our national flag. Happy Flag Day! http://t.co/dDFZz0FsPv
- Glad to see my amendment—which would remove waste, fraud, and abuse from the SNAP program—approved in @HouseAppropsGOP today.
- MT @GOPLeader: George HW Bush served in House from '67 to '71 and was first Republican from Houston. #TX7 now represented by @CongCulberson.
- Great to see you! MT @JanineTurner: Day 4 of my #TruthAct campaign! Spent day on #CapitolHill http://t.co/93nl5l88ge
- A great op-ed from my friend @RepPaulRyan: We need to rein in government through the appropriations process. http://t.co/aN5OD9UegD
- Happy birthday President George H.W. Bush! #TX7 is proud of your service to Houston and this great country.
- Pleased to see my language requiring the Dept. of Defense to move to an integrated health record with the VA pass @HouseAppropsGOP today.
- The NSA revelations, along with the IRS, the DOJ, and Benghazi show that this government is out of control.
- It’s time to end the Administration’s culture of cover-ups and intimidation. RT if you think the federal government needs to be reined in.
- RT @AHIPCoverage: Thank you for supporting repeal of the health insurance tax @ConawayTX11 @CongCulberson @farenthold @RepBillFlores #repea…
- Today is the 69th anniversary of D-Day. The courage shown by our soldiers that day is still inspiring to us all. http://t.co/LTftvUJJj6
- Enjoyed meeting with the Greater Houston Builders to talk about reining in EPA regulations affecting the industry. http://t.co/wGNtIJrDJB
- Texans are the best. Thousands turned out to honor Houston's four fallen firefighters today: http://t.co/BFMTTHN8Nv
- Honored that 420 of my colleagues joined me in supporting HR 2216 to provide our veterans the support they deserve. http://t.co/6GkNCR9O7s
- I’m on the House floor speaking for the MilCon/VA bill to protect our veterans. Watch live here: http://t.co/JV2MgP130c
- RT @HouseAppropsGOP: FY14 MilCon/VA bill makes sure "our men and women in uniform have everything they need to do their job," says @CongCul…
- MT @farenthold: The #IRS spent $50 MILL on lavish conferences from '10-'12. RT if you're also insulted http://t.co/6zPDjXvEE9
- Business Insider published the "17 Reasons Why Houston is the Best City in America." Why stop at 17 reasons? http://t.co/oFfldbkWp8
- Rate Shock: In California, Obamacare To Increase Individual Health Insurance Premiums By 64-146% - Forbes http://t.co/2RwkkT08ck
- .@latimes asks: Should the U.S. include China in its naval exercises? I voted no. http://t.co/AWH3oetaKr
- RT @cathymcmorris: Still waiting for answers... What really happened in #Benghazi? Where was the #President during the attack?
- Great op-ed in the Cypress Creek Mirror on the Keystone XL pipeline and its benefits for Houston: http://t.co/NN1naGc75a
- Great crowd at the town hall tonight. Thanks to all those who came out and asked questions. http://t.co/ne0OdbFo8u
- Join me at 6 PM this evening for a town hall @ Nottingham Country Elementary. 20500 Kingsland Blvd. in Katy.
- REMINDER: I'm having a town hall meeting TONIGHT at 6:00. Nottingham Country Elementary, 20500 Kingsland Blvd in Katy. Hope you can make it.
- Tomorrow night at 6:00 I'm having a town hall meeting at Nottingham Country Elementary. 20500 Kingsland Blvd in Katy. Hope to see you there
- On Memorial Day we're reminded of this country’s blessings and humbled by those who have given their lives to defend it.
- Remembering & honoring our fallen military heroes this morning at the Houston National Cemetery. http://t.co/USR8oAEccE
- RT @Houstorian: Today in 1961, JFK proposes to Congress, "landing a man on the Moon and returning him safely to the Earth." #HoustonHistory…
- .@benfirstpro I'm signed on to the Massie letter. I've never voted to raise taxes and don't plan on starting.
- #KeystoneXL pipeline will create 20,000 American jobs. It’s a no-brainer; the Senate and Obama should approve it too.
- Voted tonight in favor of #KeystoneXL. Energy production is the key to America's economic future.
- Has the IRS targeted you or a group you belong to for political reasons? Share your story here: http://t.co/lKivgXtQeS
- .@HouseAppropsGOP is now marking up the FY14 Homeland Security bill, which strengthens our border and increases government accountability.
- What we expected from the "most transparent administration in history" RT @RepThomasMassie: Lerner takes the Fifth http://t.co/o6ya2HYJcj
- .@GOPoversight hearing on IRS political targeting is happening now. Watch live: http://t.co/9JsJGcnYX5
- 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
