
Representative from Texas, District 1
Votes Cast
467
22.1% missed
Bills Sponsored
17
100% advanced past introduction
Missed Votes
103
out of 467 total
A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the time period during which licensees are required to commence construction of certain hydropower projects.
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1689) to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status.
Feb 11, 2026
This bill would stop U.S. businesses from getting certain tax breaks if they use technology controlled by foreign adversaries or are linked to such entities. This means they would no longer qualify for deductions like bonus depreciation or credits for research, aiming to reduce reliance on potentially risky foreign tech. These changes would take effect for tax years starting about one year after the bill becomes law.
Jan 15, 2026
Summary pending...
Dec 9, 2025
This bill would give people more time to claim tax credits or refunds when they are disputing a tax bill with the IRS. It would also stop the IRS from automatically using a taxpayer's overpayments to cover a disputed tax bill without their permission. Additionally, it would expand the Tax Court's power to review the actual tax bill being disputed, not just the IRS's decision to collect it.
Sep 19, 2025
Summary pending...
Sep 15, 2025
This bill would make it easier for taxpayers to meet deadlines when dealing with the Tax Court, especially if court offices or online systems are unavailable. It would also give the Tax Court more tools to gather information and ensure fair proceedings. These changes aim to improve how taxpayers interact with the IRS through the Tax Court.
Sep 4, 2025
Summary pending...
Jul 23, 2025
Summary pending...
Jun 27, 2025
Summary pending...
Jun 5, 2025
Summary pending...
May 15, 2025
Summary pending...
May 1, 2025
This bill would change patent rules to make it more difficult for companies or individuals to challenge existing patents, requiring a higher standard of proof and limiting repetitive challenges. It would also ensure that all fees paid to the Patent and Trademark Office are used for its operations, and would expand reduced patent fees for university-affiliated inventors and offer free online search tools for everyone.
Apr 30, 2025
This bill would let many workers deduct a portion of their overtime pay from their taxable income, potentially lowering their tax bill. It would also require employers to report this specific overtime pay on W-2 forms. These changes would take effect for taxable years starting after December 31, 2024.
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