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December 12, 2013
There are no more important issues in Congress than war and peace. Today, I spoke on the House floor in support of diplomacy with Iran. I believe that the sanctions, which I have consistently supported, worked to get Iran to the negotiating table. Now we need to allow our diplomats an opportunity to move from an interim agreement to a much more difficult comprehensive, permanent agreement to avoid nuclear weapons in Iran.
December 11, 2013
December 8, 2013
Examiner.com: Women's, retiree groups ask voters to take sequester remedy action on Dec. 12
December 2, 2013
Rep. Doggett spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives today, calling on Speaker Boehner to bring comprehensive immigration reform to the floor. “The only thing preventing a bipartisan response to the immigration problems we have in this country is the unwillingness of the Speaker to permit a bipartisan vote on reform legislation.”
View the floor speech here.
As we give thanks, let us recall those who still seek the security of a steady job. I joined with U.S. Rep. Sanchez and Senator Reed and other to urge Congress to extend emergency Unemplyment Insurance to help the long-term unemployed. You can view my remarks below.
November 22, 2013
Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available for qualifying homeowners or renters in Central Texas for damage arising from the recent flooding. You can find more information about eligibility, benefits, and the application process by clicking on the following link:
Rep. Doggett
Extend Benefits to Help Long-Term Unemployed
November 13, 2013
Great opportunity to have dinner last evening with the most recent recipient of the Medal of Honor, Captain William Swenson, a U.S. Army Ranger.
November 8, 2013
October 29, 2013
Washington, DC – Today, I questioned Marilyn Tavenner, the Administrator for CMS, who oversees many aspects of the Affordable Care Act. By clicking here, you can watch the video. Republicans in Congress and Texas are attempting to obstruct the law's implementation at every turn. So far the Administration's response has been in adequate, we need more help to enroll Texans.