Representative Nathaniel Moran

Dear East Texas,

In East Texas, we believe in playing by the rules. Families, farmers, and small business owners work hard, pay what they owe, and expect everyone else to do the same. But when individuals defraud the system—hiding income or evading taxes altogether—that burden doesn’t disappear. It gets shifted onto honest taxpayers.

This week, I spoke on H.R. 7959, the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act, during a Ways and Means Committee markup. This is a commonsense, bipartisan bill to strengthen one of the federal government’s most effective tools for uncovering tax fraud.

The IRS Whistleblower Program has helped recover billions of dollars by empowering people with firsthand knowledge of fraud to come forward. But the program has been undermined by delays and bureaucracy—in some cases, whistleblowers wait a decade or more for compensation they're legally owed. These delays discourage reporting, letting bad actors avoid accountability.

H.R. 7959 delivers targeted reforms to make the program work as intended:

Timely Compensation: Requires the IRS to pay interest on delayed whistleblower awards—ensuring fairness and accountability.
Stronger Due Process: Gives whistleblowers a clear path to challenge decisions and have their cases reviewed based on facts, not bureaucracy.
Enhanced Confidentiality: Protects the identity of whistleblowers who take personal and professional risks to report wrongdoing.
Cutting Red Tape: Addresses inefficiencies that have slowed the program and reduced its effectiveness.

Watch my full remarks here.

This bill isn’t about expanding government—it’s about making government work better. By improving an existing program that benefits honest taxpayers and punishes wrongdoers, we can crack down on fraud, recover taxpayer dollars, and ensure that everyone plays by the same rules.

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In Case You Missed It

From cracking down on nonprofits that bankroll chaos to addressing a quiet crisis facing American men and boys, I have been busy representing you in Washington. Here’s a quick look at two bills I introduced this month:

Stop Proxy Organizations Nurturing Subversive Operations and Riots (SPONSOR) Act

Right now, a well-funded non-profit can funnel tax-exempt dollars to sponsored projects that riot and vandalize—with little to no legal consequence. The SPONSOR Act closes that loophole by making fiscal sponsors civilly and criminally liable when their money enables illegal activity, from blocking highways to supporting designated terrorist networks.

The legislation comes down to a simple principle—if you are signing the checks, you’re responsible for what they fund.

White House Council on Fathers and Sons Act of 2026

The numbers are stark: men earn less than they did in 1979, male suicide rates have climbed steadily for two decades, and women now outnumber men on college campuses. This bill would create a White House council to coordinate federal efforts that support fathers and sons.

Just as the White House Council on Women and Girls worked to ensure the needs and opportunities of women and girls are reflected across federal policy, this legislation recognizes that men and boys require the same dedicated focus and advocacy. Strong men raise strong families, resulting in more positive outcomes for future generations.

The Responsibility of Liberty

I was honored to speak at the Eagles Bluff Chapel Service on the responsibility of liberty. I spoke on something I carry with me into every vote and every decision—liberty. I have always said my goal as your representative is to provide East Texans with greater liberty. Expanding your liberty is expanding your freedom. Freedom from government overreach. Freedom to build a business. Freedom to raise a family with your values. But, I also strongly believe we owe it to one another to use our liberty wisely, generously, and with gratitude.

It was a privilege to worship and reflect alongside the Bullard community. Moments like these remind me exactly who I am fighting for in Washington.

Strong Community Action

Last week I had the privilege to meet with Executive Director Karen Swenson and CFO Rebecca Huss of the Greater East Texas Community Action Program (GETCAP). GETCAP is doing extraordinary work across our region—from Head Start programs serving families in five counties to energy and emergency assistance reaching 11 counties, and weatherization services in 10 counties. They are meeting people where they are and providing real, meaningful help.

Through strong partnerships with local churches and organizations throughout East Texas, they have built a network of care that is deeply rooted in our communities. Their mission to advance self-sufficiency and general well-being of our low-income communities reflects the values we all share in East Texas.

Strong Economic Outlook in Texarkana

Grateful for the opportunity to speak to leaders in Texarkana about the economic outlook and future of the community. We have the data—Texarkana is growing. The infrastructure is strong and getting stronger. The workforce development ecosystem is evolving. The industrial base is expanding. The enterprise energy is building. The partnerships—between Texas and Arkansas, between the public and private sectors, between industry and higher education—are real and functioning.

Now, we need to keep building upon that unity. Keep breaking down the silos between sectors, between states, and between institutions. Together, we can continue to grow this great Texarkana community.

Read more from the Texarkana Gazette here.

Inspiring the Next Generation

High schools across East Texas have strong, talented students with great potential. I was honored to speak to Mount Pleasant High School sophomores this week and discuss the opportunity they each have to apply for a military academy. Serving our great nation comes in many different forms. A career that begins at a service academy is one defined by discipline, leadership, and a deep commitment to something larger than oneself.

I left the visit more optimistic about the next generation of leaders in our country. As your Representative, one of my most meaningful responsibilities is the opportunity to nominate qualified candidates from Texas’ First District to the service academies.

To request a Military Academy Nomination from our office, please call the district office at (903) 561-6349 and ask to speak to the Service Academy Coordinator to receive an application packet. For more details you can visit our website here.

Photo by Mount Pleasant High School

Moran in the Media

Congressman Moran commemorates fallen firefighter
Mount Pleasant Tribune

Rep. Moran bill seeks to cut tax breaks for businesses using foreign adversary tech
KLTV

Congressman Nathaniel Moran Visited Mount Pleasant High School
East Texas Rdio

Four Key Moments: Hearing on Advancing America's Interests at the World Trade Organization's 14th Ministerial Conference
Ways & Means

Secretary Markwayne Mullin is Ready to Deliver on President Trump's Agenda
The White House

This Week in American History

On March 26, 1951 the United States Air Force flag was officially adopted. In 1950, a government artist named Dorothy G. Gatchell was tasked with the design of a flag for the U.S. Air Force, whereas the crest and shield that are featured on it were done by Arthur E. Dubois, Chief of the Heraldic Branch of the Army, who submitted the design to W. Stuart Symington, the first secretary of the Air Force. The flag's design has remained unchanged since its introduction in 1951.

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,

Nathaniel Moran

Member of Congress

Answer to Last Week's Texas Trivia Question
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In 1892, what bridge in Texas held the distinction of "highest bridge in the United States?"

Pecos River High Bridge

This Week's Texas Trivia Question

When was the bluebonnet officially adopted as the state flower of Texas?

Check back next week for the answer!

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