CONROE, TX -Despite the way it ended, the 115thCongress was enormously successful and productive. Under Republican leadership more than 1,000 bills were approved by the U.S. House and sent to the Senate – the majority of them bipartisan. Over 240 of these became law, including the historic Tax Cuts & Jobs Act I authored – the first major reform of America’s outdated, broken tax code in three decades. As a result of this hard work, Americans across the country are better off now. Despite the rec...
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Washington, DC – Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX-08) released the following statement after voting for legislation to fund the government and secure the border: “For me this was a simple choice – stand with President Trump, keep the government open and build the border wall. Democrats would prefer to have open borders, despite the risk this poses to our national security and the thousands of Border Agents who risk their lives to protect our sovereignty and secure the border. This is political game...
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Washington, DC – After passage in the Senate on Tuesday, the First Step Act was passed by the House on Thursday with overwhelming support from both sides of the aisle. “We can be smart and tough on crime at the same time,” said U.S. Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX-08) after voting in favor of the bill. “A number of provisions in the First Step Act mirror many of the same reforms the Texas legislature has implemented at the state level, which has a proven record of saving tax dollars, reducing crim...
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The Daily Blaze House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX) released the following statement after the House passed legislation to redesign the Internal Revenue Service: “This is the first major step in over 20 years to transform the IRS and I applaud my Republican and Democrat colleagues for passing this bold package. These proposals will offer clarity and certainty to taxpayers by reigning in enforcement powers, calling for modernization of its IT infrastructure, and refocusing ...
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The Affordable Care Act was hastily written by Democrats behind closed doors and stuffed with special interest giveaways that drove up health care costs for millions of working Americans. It’s been a disaster since its partisan and unpopular inception, and this recent ruling on its unconstitutionality is not surprising. Should the courts uphold this decision both parties should start over, working together to make health care truly affordable, making sure patients can see local doctors and be tr...
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USA Business Radio States across the country are beating revenue expectations as the new fiscal year begins, according to a survey released by the National Association of State Budget Officers (NASBO). As reported by the Wall Street Journal, this survey from NASBO shows states’ expanding revenues are the result of “gains pegged to the expanding economy and help from the federal tax overhaul.” The GOP tax cuts, the first major overhaul of the federal tax code in 31 years, continue to expand the U...
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As published in The Daily Blaze Today, House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX) released the following statement after introduction of a retooled tax relief package that is led by crucial disaster tax relief, enhancements to retirement and savings accounts, relief from various Obamacare taxes, bold IRS reform, and other tax provisions: “It’s irresponsible to wait until next year to deliver crucial tax relief for families in 14 states and territories struggling to recover from d...
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CONROE, TX - George H.W. Bush was a courageous war hero, Texas Congressman, an Ambassador, Director of the CIA, Vice President, and President of the United States. But I believe he would say his favorite title was husband to his beloved Bar, and greatest accomplishment was in raising children who serve their nation with equal dedication and patriotism. Our country and our state have lost a man of honor who leaves a legacy of love and service for his nation and his family. Cathy and I extend our ...
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The Brady Briefing is a regular feature of USA Daily Times. In this issue, Rep. Kevin Brady (R-TX) focuses on the legacy of Bush 41, the continued progress in the US House, new trade agreement, and progress with China.
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USA Business Radio President George H. W. Bush — the oldest living former US President — passed away last night at the age of 94. There has been an outpouring of support and encouragement to the Bush family as many celebrate a man known for his devotion to service, his humility, and his generosity towards others, regardless of their political philosophies. Houston, Texas became the adopted home of President Bush and a senior US House Republican from the area weighed in on his passing. Congressma...
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