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ICYMI: New Democrat Coalition Trade Leaders Urge Secretary Raimondo and Ambassador Tai to Move Quickly to End Section 232 Tariffs on U.S. Allies

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Washington, D.C.—Today, the New Democrat Coalition sent a press release highlighting the work of the Trade Task Force on ending Section 232 tariffs, where Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) serves as Co-Chair.  The New Democrat Coalition is the U.S. House of Representatives’ largest Democratic caucus, committed to pro-economic growth, pro-innovation, and fiscally responsible…

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Announces 7,000 Closed Cases on Behalf of Texas’ Seventh Congressional District

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7000 Cases Closed

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) announced her office has successfully closed 7,000 constituent cases for residents of Texas’ Seventh Congressional District.  Her office assists residents with matters before federal agencies, including obtaining benefits from Social Security, Veterans Affairs, and Medicare, as well as addressing matters before the Internal Revenue…

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher and Congressman Tom Malinowski Introduce Stopping Abortion Bounties Act

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Stopping Abortion Bounties Act

Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and Congressman Tom Malinowski (NJ-07) introduced the Stopping Abortion Bounties Act, a response to Texas Senate Bill 8, the Texas Heartbeat Act, that creates a private right of action allowing ‘‘any person’’ (other than a state or local government actor) to sue abortion providers and anyone who helps or intends to help a person…

Congresswoman Fletcher Leads Letter to President Biden Discouraging Ban on Crude Oil Exports

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This week, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) sent a letter to President Biden opposing recent calls to reinstate a ban on crude oil exports.  The letter advocates for the benefits of domestic oil production and outlines its impacts on the national economy.  The letter outlines how banning U.S. exports would discourage domestic production,…

U.S. Postal Service Reports Audit Findings Following Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher’s Request for Investigation

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After receiving numerous concerns from her constituents, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher called on Postmaster Inspector General Whitcomb to investigate mail service disruptions, stolen or lost mail, and burglarized mailboxes in June 2021.  In response to her letter, the United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS OIG) began an audit into two postal service…

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Announces 2021 Congressional App Challenge Winner

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12.13 App Challenge Winner

Yesterday, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher announced Rebecca Bi as the winner of the 2021 Congressional App Challenge.  Rebecca’s app, Homisaf, is designed to detect motion to protect homeowners from potential invaders and can send alerts to the app user’s email address.  “Once again, I am so impressed with the creative talents of our young neighbors,” said Congresswoman…

Congresswoman Fletcher Votes for Protecting Our Democracy Act

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Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher voted for H.R. 5314, the Protecting Our Democracy Act to restore our system of checks and balances, strengthen accountability in government, protect our elections, and prevent presidential abuses.  Congresswoman Fletcher is an original co-sponsor of this legislation, which passed the House of…

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes in Favor of Bipartisan 2022 National Defense Authorization Act

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Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher voted to pass S. 1605, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022, which will authorize—among other things—a pay raise for military families, a historic 32 percent increase in military research and development funding, and funding for Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders to be relocated.  The bill passed the…

Media Advisory: Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Launches Winter Wishes Program

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winter wishes

Houston, TX—Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) has launched a Winter Wishes program and invites students and teachers to spread holiday cheer by making cards for our senior neighbors this holiday season.  Once cards are submitted, the Office of Congresswoman Fletcher will deliver the cards to senior citizens throughout Texas’ Seventh Congressional District. WHAT Spread holiday…

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes for Historic Investments in Build Back Better Act

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Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted in support of the Build Back Better Act, delivering historic investments to American families and communities.  “The Build Back Better Act delivers meaningful results for Houston families, lowering costs for health care, child care, and family care; investing in our children’s education and opportunities; and…