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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Reps. Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) and Janelle Bynum (OR-05) introduced the All In for Attendance Act, a bill to help schools improve attendance and provide support for students at risk of missing classes. The All In for Attendance Act allows local educational agencies to use federal education funds for evidence-based attendance interventions and student support services to better tackle chronic absenteeism.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) has been appointed to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, the principal investigative committee of the U.S. House of Representatives. The committee is currently conducting oversight of the Trump administration’s handling of the Epstein files, federal spending, and executive branch accountability.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Christian Menefee (TX-18) announced the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition, recognizing the artistic talent and creativity of high school students across Texas’ 18th Congressional District.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) issued the following statement recognizing Memorial Day and honoring the servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the nation.
As the son of two Coast Guard Veterans, Congressman Menefee reflected on the values of sacrifice, duty, and service that has shaped his upbringing.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, during a House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology titled “Research-Driven Resilience: Applying Science to Secure U.S. Water Systems from Cyber Threats,” hearing Rep. Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) warned about the growing cybersecurity threats facing America’s water infrastructure and the serious risks a successful attack could pose to Houston and communities across the country.
House Republicans advance another anti-LGBTQIA+ bill, Menefee vows to fight back against attacks on equality and basic freedoms
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) announced he has joined the Congressional Equality Caucus as House Republicans once again bring anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation to the House floor instead of addressing the rising cost of living facing working families.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressmembers Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) and Madeleine Dean (PA-04) introduced the Kimberly Vaughn Firearm Safe Storage Act, legislation aimed at increasing education and awareness around safe firearm storage and preventing tragedies caused by unsecured firearms.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) voted against House H.R.7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. The legislation does nothing to lower grocery prices, and locks in devastating cuts to nutrition assistance that Texans rely on.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) introduced his first original bill in Congress, the Special Elections Timeliness Act, or the “SET Act.”
When a House seat goes vacant, the U.S. Constitution is clear: the governor must call a special election to fill it. What the Constitution does not say is how fast. That silence has become a loophole that governors may weaponize to leave communities without a voice in congress for prolonged periods.