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June 15, 2026

HOUSTON, TEXAS Today, Congressman Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) joined Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) and community leaders in Houston to recognize the 14th anniversary of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and reaffirm support for Dreamers and immigrant families across Texas and the country.

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June 15, 2026

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.


June 9, 2026

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.

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June 1, 2026

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.

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May 25, 2026

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. 

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May 21, 2026

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.

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May 20, 2026

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.

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May 15, 2026

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.

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May 13, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) marks his first 100 days in office after being sworn in on February 2, 2026. Before his election, Texas’ 18th Congressional District went 334 days without representation in Congress.

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May 5, 2026

DILLEY, TEXAS — Today, Rep. Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) joined Rep. Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Rep. Mark Takano (CA-39), Rep. Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Rep. Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), Rep. Chellie Pingree (ME-01), and Rep. Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) in conducting an oversight visit to Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Dilley, Texas.