Dear Friends,
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with friends, family, football, and great food! As Members of Congress return to Washington for the next two weeks, our focus shifts to sprinting toward the finish line of the end of the year—delivering results for the American people and preparing to advance President Trump's agenda. This week, we met with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to discuss possible actions for the new Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE). Even now, though, work continues on reducing the influence of the federal government and the burdens that come with new regulations. |
House Passes the Prove It Act: Empowering Small Businesses Against Government Overreach |
Federal overreach imposed on family-owned and small businesses is crippling and stifles economic growth. On Thursday, the Prove It Act, bipartisan legislation I introduced with Congressman Brad Finstad (R-MN-01) and Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo (D-CO-08), passed the House by a vote of 208-196. Our bill empowers family-owned and small businesses to challenge unfairly burdensome regulations, giving them a stronger voice to fight harmful government overreach.
We introduced the Prove It Act to strengthen protections for small businesses established under the Regulatory Flexibility Act by requiring federal agencies to evaluate both the direct and indirect costs their regulations impose. Through this legislation, agencies are compelled to analyze the impact of their actions on small entities and mitigate these effects. A pathway is created for small businesses to raise concerns when regulations fail to account for their costs, and they are empowered to request a review by their chief government advocate to ensure agency compliance with existing laws. If regulators fail this review process, small businesses are exempt from those regulations. Additionally, our legislation mandates the accessibility of guidance documents online and establishes a direct line for small businesses to address questions or concerns with regulators. This bipartisan effort gives small businesses a stronger voice in regulatory decisions, ensuring their survival and growth. |
To read more about the Prove it Act, click here. |
We continue to shine light on the two-tiered justice system of the Biden Administration. As many of you know, on this past Sunday, President Joe Biden broke his pledge to not pardon his son, Hunter Biden. This was shameful, but not surprising. This pardon reinforced Biden’s legacy of promoting a two-tier justice system—one for his own family, and a different one for ordinary Americans. Make no mistake—he flat out lied. Hunter Biden broke the law on multiple occasions and, with the stroke of a pen, was absolved of his convictions and wrongdoing between 2014 and 2024, one of the broadest pardons since the Nixon pardon. No one is above the law, including Joe Biden and his son. This gross misuse of power by Biden undermines the credibility and faith in our justice system. See my comments on the Hunter Biden pardon and other topics of the week during my interview with Tony Perkins.
See my comments on the Hunter Biden pardon and other topics of the week during my interview with Tony Perkins by clicking here. |
Pastor Chris Legg’s leadership at South Spring Baptist Church in Tyler truly exemplifies what it means to be a man after Christ’s own heart. This week, I had the privilege of sponsoring Pastor Legg to deliver the opening prayer before the House of Representatives. It was an honor to welcome him and his daughter, Ellie, to Washington, D.C., and to witness his heartfelt prayer in such a significant setting. It was a special privilege for me to have the opportunity to offer remarks following Pastor Legg’s prayer, honoring his dedication to advancing the cause of Christ and spreading the good news to all who know him. To watch Pastor Legg’s opening prayer, click here. |
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To watch my full remarks honoring Pastor Legg, click here. |
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I had a great conversation with Baxter Whitworth and Paul Hayes on their podcast, Cattle Station Innovation. We covered the Farm Bill and the positive impact the Trump Administration will have on the agricultural and livestock industries. The future of agriculture is bright with talented leaders like these young men. Thanks for having me on, Baxter and Paul! You can listen to our full conversation here. |
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This week, business leaders from East Texas traveled to Washington, D.C., as part of the East Texas Chamber of Commerce Coalition trip. During their visit, chamber members attended meetings with officials from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, received updates from Senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn, and shared their questions and thoughts about the upcoming Trump Administration and Trump’s agenda to get America's economy back on track. |
I was delighted to welcome them to D.C., host them for dinner in the Members’ Dining Room, and join them on a night tour of the U.S. Capitol and the Floor of the House of Representatives. Thanks to all of the members of the East Texas Chamber of Commerce Coalition for making the trip to Washington D.C., and to Kelly Hall, President & CEO of the Longview Chamber of Commerce, for her leadership and dedication to the success of the Coalition! |
If you are visiting Washington, D.C., please reach out to my office by phone at (202) 225-3035 or request a tour on our website by clicking HERE. My staff would be happy to help you with your tour requests around D.C.! |
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On December 7th, 1941, 353 Japanese bombers attacked the United States naval base at Pearl Harbor, destroying 19 ships, 188 aircraft and killing over 2,000 Americans. It was this act that drove the United States into World War II. |
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Dealing with federal agencies can be complicated, and my office is here to help. If you need help with Social Security, the IRS, passport renewals, the VA, or other federal agencies – please do not hesitate to reach out to my office by calling (903) 561-6349 or visiting my website. It is an honor to be your voice in Congress.
With gratitude, |
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Nathaniel Moran
Member of Congress
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Answer to Last Week's Texas Trivia Question ⬇️
What is the Dallas Cowboy's All-Time Thanksgiving Day Record? |
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This Week's Texas Trivia Question🧠
What Texas hotel was used as the location for Teddy Roosevelt to recruit his famous Rough Riders cavalry in 1898? Check back next week for the answer! |
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