Exciting news! Today, I joined Mayor Zimmerman and leaders in
@SugarLandtxgov
to announce $1 million in congressional funding for the new Sugar Land Public Safety Training Center and to visit the site to see the construction underway.
Multiple roadway flooding risk alerts shown on our TranStar Map. Three confirmed high water locations:
- I-10 East Westbound At Waco St
- I-45 North Southbound At N Main St
- I-610 East Loop Northbound At Clinton Dr
Check or the TranStar App before driving
I am glad to co-sponsor
@RepShontelBrown
's U-FIGHT Act to ensure better gynecological care, address disparities in our healthcare system, improve reproductive health, and empower women to make informed decisions when dealing with uterine fibroids.
On
#MemorialDay
, we remember our service members who died while serving in our country's armed forces. We honor them by doing our part to carry on their commitment to, and belief in, our country.
Today and every day.
Today, we mark 4 years since George Floyd's murder.
His death marked a powerful shift in our national conversation around race and policing -- a conversation we must continue to keep all of our communities and all of our neighbors safe.
What a joy to visit with the Kid Consultant Club and students and faculty at Alief Independent School District's Liestman Elementary in
#TX07
to celebrate the launch of their book, Courage to be Kind, and its important lessons about encouragement, compassion, and respect.
It has been two years since 21 children and teachers were killed at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde.
They remain in our hearts, and their memory must guide us as we work to keep our communities safe from gun violence. I'm committed to doing so in Congress.
#UvaldeStrong
Are you applying for FEMA’s Individual Assistance after being impacted by the recent severe weather? Follow the tips in the video below or call the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-3362 to talk to a FEMA representative.
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Today is Harvey Milk Day, a day for us to reflect on his leadership and the progress in the fight for LGBTQI+ equality. I'm glad to join with my colleagues in the
@EqualityCaucus
champion equality, justice, and the dignity and rights of every person.
#OnThisDay
in 1919, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote. We honor the suffragists who fought for gender equality and we continue their work for equal rights.
Cooling Centers open today in
#TX07
:
West Gray Multi-Purpose Center 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Alief Neighborhood Center - 8 AM - 5PM
11903 Bellaire Blvd. Houston, Texas 77072-2310
See more Cooling Centers and CPODS here ⬇️
May is
#MentalHealthMonth
. People across
#TX07
want to be sure those who need it can get access support. That's why I've worked to improve access to life-saving mental health care through implementation of the Collaborative Care Model and will keep working to ensure care for all.
💡 New tonight: Centerpoint Energy anticipates that approximately 80% of impacted customers will be restored by Sunday evening.
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Meantime, resources will be available at various locations across the City tomorrow beginning at 8 a.m.
Glad to join
@houmayor
and department leaders from across
@HoustonTX
today to hear the latest updates on their work and status of recovery operations. Grateful for the hard work of so many across our city.
We have experienced unprecedented cooperation on the city, county, state and federal level for storm recovery. This afternoon, I was joined by
@JacksonLeeTX18
and
@RepFletcher
to show their support. We have a lot of work to do, and with
@POTUS
signing the emergency declaration,
Fraud alert! After a disaster, criminals often attempt to take advantage of survivors. Watch for and report any suspicious activity. FEMA has a list of resources for identifying and reporting suspicious activity following a disaster:
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Rep. Lizzie Fletcher Retweeted
Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management
Thank you
@POTUS
for so quickly signing a disaster declaration and sending federal assistance to help Houston, Harris County, and other areas impacted by recent storms. We are so grateful for the White House’s engagement and support as we recover together.