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Rep. Chip Roy discusses votes on Social Security bills

On Tuesday, Representative Chip Roy from Texas issued a statement regarding his votes on two significant bills related to Social Security: H.R. 5342 and H.R. 82.

By Hill Country Chronicle | Nov 12, 2024

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Chip Roy advocates for changes in US healthcare policy

On Monday, Representative Chip Roy from Texas' 21st district expressed his views on the current state of the American healthcare system in an op-ed published by The Hill.

By Hill Country Chronicle | Nov 4, 2024

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Chairman Roy questions DOJ's actions regarding noncitizen voting lawsuits

By Hill Country Chronicle | Nov 1, 2024

On Thursday, Chairman Chip Roy (TX-21) sought clarification from the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division.

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Lawmakers call for end to Biden-Harris parole program

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 31, 2024

Representatives Chip Roy and Guy Reschenthaler have taken a firm stance against the Biden-Harris administration's parole program for individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela.

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Chip Roy comments on Supreme Court ruling on noncitizen voting

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 30, 2024

Representative Chip Roy from Texas has responded to a recent Supreme Court decision that permits Virginia to eliminate 1,500 non-citizen voters from its electoral rolls.

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Rep. Roy criticizes DHS-funded billboards offering legal help for immigrants

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 30, 2024

On Wednesday, Representative Chip Roy from Texas issued a statement in response to reports that the Biden-Harris administration is funding billboards in Texas.

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Rep. Chip Roy opposes judicial limits on state challenges to federal actions

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 28, 2024

On Monday, Representative Chip Roy from Texas took a firm stance against what he perceives as an attempt by the Judicial Conference to undermine states' abilities to challenge federal actions in court.

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Chip Roy criticizes Biden-Harris administration on border crisis management

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 23, 2024

On a recent episode of "Mornings with Maria," Representative Chip Roy from Texas voiced strong criticism towards the Biden-Harris administration.

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Roy and Cruz seek answers from DHS on gang activity in Texas

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 17, 2024

On Thursday, Representative Chip Roy and Senator Ted Cruz addressed concerns to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas regarding the presence of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua in Texas and across the United States.

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Chip Roy announces nonstop flight between San Antonio and Washington

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 16, 2024

Representative Chip Roy of Texas has announced the approval of a nonstop flight between San Antonio International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The Department of Transportation granted American Airlines permission to operate this route, which Roy described as "a long-awaited and well-deserved victory for the people of San Antonio, the surrounding region, and our nation’s military and veterans."

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House Republicans challenge proxy voting at higher court

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 16, 2024

On Wednesday, Representative Chip Roy of Texas led a group of nine House GOP colleagues in collaboration with the Mountain States Legal Foundation to file an amicus brief concerning the practice of proxy voting. This filing was submitted to the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in the case titled Texas v. DOJ.

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Chip Roy opposes Judicial Conference's proposed changes ahead of key election

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 15, 2024

Representative Chip Roy of Texas has expressed his opposition to what he describes as a "radical progressive Democrats’ efforts" to influence the federal court system. On Tuesday, Rep. Roy sent a letter to House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan, thanking him for his collaboration in resisting these efforts.

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Chip Roy urges preservation of evidence in DC abortion case

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 11, 2024

Representative Chip Roy, Chairman of the Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, has taken steps to ensure the preservation of evidence in cases concerning abortion practices in Washington, D.C. Roy has specifically requested that authorities preserve the remains of five babies allegedly killed in illegal late-term abortions and retain information related to prosecutions of pro-life advocates.

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Rep. Chip Roy questions FEMA's disaster fund management amid hurricane threats

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 11, 2024

On Friday, Representative Chip Roy from Texas raised concerns about the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) management of Disaster Relief Funds. In a letter addressed to FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, Roy questioned the agency's spending priorities amid ongoing hurricane threats.

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Texas lawmakers urge Biden-Harris admin for data on voter roll integrity

By Hill Country Chronicle | Oct 9, 2024

Representatives Chip Roy and Randy Weber have urged the Biden-Harris administration to take immediate action to protect Texas elections. They demand access to data that would ensure only U.S. citizens are registered to vote in the state.

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Rep. Roy issues statement on H.R. 9747 vote

By Hill Country Chronicle | Sep 25, 2024

On Wednesday, Representative Chip Roy (TX-21) issued a statement after voting on H.R. 9747.

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Rep. Roy opposes H.R. 8958 due to funding concerns

By Hill Country Chronicle | Sep 23, 2024

On Monday, Representative Chip Roy (TX-21) released a statement regarding his vote on H.R. 8958.

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Republican lawmakers urge Speaker Johnson to oppose female draft in defense bill

By Hill Country Chronicle | Sep 20, 2024

On Thursday, Representative Chip Roy (TX-21) and Representative Mary Miller (IL-15) led a group of 22 Republican lawmakers in urging Speaker Mike Johnson to oppose any inclusion of a female draft in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2024 (NDAA).

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Rep. Roy comments on bipartisan support for ARTICLE ONE Act

By Hill Country Chronicle | Sep 19, 2024

Representative Chip Roy (TX-21) issued a statement regarding the passage of the ARTICLE ONE Act (H.R. 3988) by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

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Rep. Roy explains opposition to recent legislative bills

By Hill Country Chronicle | Sep 18, 2024

On Wednesday, Representative Chip Roy (TX-21) issued a statement regarding his stance on several legislative bills, specifically S. 1146, H.R. 9076, and H.R. 7213.