East Central Texas News

Mar 11 2024

In recent legislative actions, Congressman Ellzey and the House of Representatives have made significant strides in various areas. The congressman's office released a status report detailing the latest developments:

The House passed H.R. 7511, known as the Laken Riley Act, which focuses on immigration enforcement. The bill mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security detain aliens charged with theft offenses until they can be removed from the country. This initiative stems from the tragic case of Laken Riley's alleged killer.

Another notable achievement was the passing of H.R. 2799, the Expanding Access to Capital Act of 2023. This comprehensive bill comprises 19 reforms aimed at strengthening U.S. capital markets, facilitating capital raising for small businesses and entrepreneurs, and enhancing access to private markets for everyday investors.

Additionally, the House approved H.R. 3821, the Firefighter Cancer Registry Reauthorization Act of 2023. This legislation ensures the continuation of the National Firefighter Registry for Cancer for the next five years at current funding levels.

In terms of co-sponsorships, Congressman Ellzey supported H.Res. 1041, which condemns the International Court of Justice's order from January 26, 2024, imposing provisional measures against Israel. Furthermore, he co-sponsored H.R. 7476, an initiative aimed at countering the negative influence and theft activities attributed to the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party.

For further details on these legislative actions and more, the full report can be accessed via the following permalink: [Congressman Ellzey's Status Report](https://ellzey.house.gov/2024/3/congressman-ellzey-status-report-3-11-2024).