WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 21, 2015) On the fourth anniversary of the creation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas-04) have introduced legislation to eliminate it. The CFPB, like the Dodd-Frank legislation which created it, is just another example of the cronyism that infects our nation’s capital. The CFPB […]
(HEATH, TX – July 16, 2015) City of Heath Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berry today announced his plans to seek the mayoral seat on the City of Heath Council in the May 2016 General Election. The council seat will be vacated by current Mayor Lorne Liechty, who will not seek a third consecutive term. Berry is […]
ROCKWALL, TX. (July 17, 2015) The City of Rockwall has selected Ryan Miller as the new Director of Planning. Current Director, Robert LaCroix, will end his 35-year career in municipal government and retire on July 31st. Ryan has experience in community development, urban design, and historical preservation, and is committed to excellent customer service. All […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – July 16, 2015) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed State Representative Scott Turner during its Partnership Luncheon on Wednesday at the Rockwall County Courthouse, as Turner gave updates regarding the recent 84th Legislative Session. Turner described the session as the most conservative to date, with bills being passed increasing homestead exemption […]
WASHINGTON DC (July 16, 2015) In a recent video, new documentation surfaced that Planned Parenthood abortion clinics not only profit from the intentional destruction of unborn children, but also sell children’s organs, piece by piece, to fetal tissue brokers. U.S. Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) has spoken out about this horrific act. “I am sickened by […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – July 13, 2015) The Rockwall County Republican Women will host its Annual Women of Influence Tea on Saturday, August 15 at Occasions at Stone River. Doors open at 10 a.m. to view the silent auction. The luncheon and program will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be […]
ROWLETT,TX. (July 15, 2015) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed their newest member, The Jaroszewski Group- Allstate Agency with a ribbon cutting. “As an Allstate agent in Rowlett, I’ve gotten to know a lot of local families. I enjoy being a part of the community, and building relationships is one of the best parts […]
WASHINGTONDC (July 14, 2015) This morning, the Obama administration announced a final agreement on Iran’s nuclear program. U.S. Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) released the following statement in response. “All signs point to this deal being a disaster. The president’s arguments to the contrary don’t change the facts: the agreement will give Iran billions in sanctions […]
(WASHINGTON, DC – July 14, 2015) U.S. Rep. John Ratcliffe, in defense of First Amendment rights, signed on as a co-sponsor of H.R. 2802, the First Amendment Defense Act. This important piece of legislation will protect the First Amendment rights of all Americans. “The First Amendment Defense Act is a bill that protects all Americans from federal government persecution […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 9, 2015) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Katy Miller as its Ambassador of the Month. Ambassadors help welcome and serve the new Chamber Partners. They are measured on a point system based on the activity that they generate helping the members become involved and engaged. In addition to working directly […]