Email from Rep. Nehls Rep. Troy E. Nehls Votes to Pass Pro-Police Bills   `Greetings! I wanted to take a moment to share with you a recap of what happened last week in Texas' 22nd District and the United States House of Representatives. This Week in Washington, D.C. Rep. Troy E. Nehls and Sen. Roger Marshall Reintroduce the Justice for Angel Families Act In 2017, President Donald J. Trump first established the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) Office, a government office within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that helps victims of crimes and families impacted by crimes committed by illegal aliens. Sadly, in 2021, the Biden Administration closed this office, leaving many Americans who lost a loved one at the hands of an illegal alien without support from the federal government. On April 10, 2025, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced the reopening of the VOICE Office. This week, I joined Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) in reintroducing the Justice for Angel Families Act. If enacted into law, this bill would amend the Crime Victims Fund (CVF) to expand funds to angel families, who are immediate relatives of victims of homicide by an illegal alien, including drunk driving accidents. Our bill would also codify the VOICE office, so that no other president can close the office again. President Trump and his administration are restoring law and order and standing up for American citizens. Millions of illegal aliens flooded our country during the Biden Administration, and many of them took the lives of American citizens. By codifying the VOICE Office, we will ensure that families that fall victim to illegal alien crimes are supported, not left behind. Read more about this bicameral legislation HERE. Rep. Troy E. Nehls Votes "YES" to Pass Pro-Police Legislation In honor of National Police Week, my House Republican colleagues and I voted to pass several pieces of pro-police legislation. This week, we passed H.Con.Res.30, a resolution that recognizes the essential role that local law enforcement officers play in protecting communities, enforcing the law, and maintaining public safety across the United States. I joined my friend and fellow former Sheriff, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04), in introducing this resolution. Other pieces of legislation that passed the House includes: H.R. 2243, the LEOSA Reform Act, which would allow qualified law enforcement officers who have committed themselves to their communities the opportunity to continue doing so by extending their concealed carry privileges. H.R. 2255, the Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act, which would allow current federal law enforcement officers in good standing to purchase a retired weapon at market value from a federal agency. H.R. 2240, the Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act, which would require the Department of Justice (DOJ) to collect and report data on violent attacks against law enforcement officers, including government responses and gaps in reporting. Rep. Troy E. Nehls' Op-Ed in The Hill: Our men and women in blue deserve Congress's support This week, I penned an op-ed in The Hill highlighting my bipartisan bill, the National Law Enforcement Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act, which I reintroduced earlier this year with Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-19). In the op-ed, I urge Congress to move my legislation forward. Read my op-ed HERE on my website or HERE in The Hill. Rep. Troy E. Nehls and Sen. Tedd Budd Introduce the Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act Current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations have been restricting American innovation. This week, I introduced the bicameral, bipartisan Supersonic Aviation Modernization (SAM) Act with Senator Ted Budd (R-NC). This bill directs the FAA to issue or revise regulations, within one year of enactment, to allow for the operation of civil aviation aircraft to operate at speeds of Mach 1 or higher without requiring special authorization, so long as no sonic boom reaches the ground within the United States. Enacted in 1973, 14 CFR § 91.817 dictates that no person may operate a civil aircraft in the United States at a speed of Mach 1 or higher, thereby prohibiting non-military-related supersonic flight over the United States. American companies have developed quiet supersonic technologies and have already demonstrated that their aircraft can operate above Mach 1. Despite these innovations, outdated FAA regulations continue to restrict supersonic operations. The United States is home ot many groundbreaking innovations and should welcome these innovations so long as public safety isn't threatened. Our nation's laws and regulations should encourage these innovations and uplift companies that are leading in industries, including the aviation industry. My legislation cuts regulatory red tape without minimizing safety, and incentivizes further innovation in the aviation industry, helping America remain competitive against our foreign adversaries, such as China, and remain the envy of the world. Read more about my bill HERE. Watch my remarks in the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing on my bill HERE. Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls Questions Panel at House T&I Committee Hearing Today, May 16, 2025, marks the one-year anniversary of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 being signed into law. This week, the full House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee held a hearing to conduct oversight of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and to question officials of the agency's progress in implementing provisions of the legislation we passed. The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 included numerous provisions affecting the aviation industry, including aviation safety, a workforce title that removes barriers for veterans and young Americans who want to start a career in civil aviation, including air traffic controllers, and a title that directs the FAA to report to Congress on civil supersonic flight. During the hearing, I questioned the witness panel about the FAA's compliance with Section 310 of the 2024 FAA Reauthorization, which requires the FAA to modernize its aircraft certification process. The FAA's current certification process is too lengthy, resulting in a substantial backlog. Section 310 requires the FAA to report back to Congress on its process of modernization. When I asked Jodi Baker, the Deputy Associate Administrator of Aviation Safety at the FAA, about the status of their work, she could not provide me with a straight answer. This is extremely concerning. I also questioned the witness panel about their compliance with Section 1110 of the 2024 FAA Reauthorization, which requires the FAA to submit to Congress a report describing its efforts to create policies related to supersonic aircraft, and to outline any planned or potential action related to civil supersonic aircraft. Their report is due today, May 16, 2025. I have yet to see such a report. Currently, a 1973 FAA regulation restricts supersonic flight over U.S. land due to sonic boom concerns. I firmly believe that in order to encourage American innovation and to maintain competitiveness against our foreign adveraries, namely China, we should cut regulatory red tape by passing my Supersonic Aviation Modernization (SAM) Act, which allows for the operation of civil aviation aircraft to operate at speeds of Mach 1 or higher without requiring special authorization, so long as no sonic boom reaches the ground within the United States, keeping in line with the intention of the FAA's 1973-era regulation. Please watch my remarks from the hearing HERE on Rumble. Rep. Troy E. Nehls and House GOP Members' Op-Ed in the Washington Reporter: House Republicans Back the Blue I joined Representatives Pete Stauber, Clay Higgins, and Gabe Evans, all former law enforcement officers, highlighting House Republicans' support for our nation's law enforcement officers. In the piece, we discuss three pieces of legislation that the House passed to improve law enforcement officers' lives. Please read the op-ed HERE on my website or HERE in the Washington Reporter. Rep. Troy E. Nehls Speaks on His Bipartisan Bill in the House Natural Resources Committee Hearing This week, the House Natural Resources Committee held its 'Member Day Hearing,' allowing Members of Congress who don't serve on the committee to discuss and advocate for their priorities or pieces of legislation that fall under their jurisdiction. My bipartisan bill, the National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act, which has nearly 90 cosponsors, falls under the jurisdiction of the House Natural Resources Committee. During their Member Day Hearing, I advocated for the committee to pass my bill, which would establish a formal program within the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) to support and enhance the community outreach, public education and officer safety and wellness programs of the National Law Enforcement Museum through grants to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF). These programs would memorialize and honor law enforcement, compile data on law enforcement fatalities and injuries, increase public understanding of and support for law enforcement, enhance and improve law enforcement officer safety and wellness, and bring law enforcement closer to the communities they serve. Created by an Act of Congress in 1984, NLEOMF operates the National Law Enforcement Museum and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. NLEOMF’s mission is to honor fallen law enforcement officers, tell the story of our nation’s law enforcement officers, and make it safer for law enforcement. We must pay tribute to our nation's law enforcement officers for their selfless service and sacrifices. Watch my remarks from the House Natural Resources Committee hearing HERE. This Week in Texas' 22nd District Rep. Troy E. Nehls' Fulshear District Office Hosts Service Academy Day I'm hosting a Service Academy Day on Saturday, May 31, 2025. This event would allow all TX-22 to learn how to attend one of the United States Service Academies. One of the privileges of serving in the United States House of Representatives is the opportunity to nominate outstanding young people from the 22nd Congressional District of Texas to be considered for appointment to our nation’s service academies. Admission to a service academy is a two-tiered process. First, the candidate must apply and meet the minimum standards set by the individual academy. Second, the candidate must complete the congressional application to be considered for an interview with the nomination review board in our office. Please note that the ultimate selection of appointees rests solely with academy officials and is based on their competitive evaluation of all nominees. In addition to staff from my office, representatives from all five academies (U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and U.S. Coast Guard Academy) and current academy cadets and midshipmen will be on hand to answer questions. Students, parents, and educators will be able to hear from and meet with representatives on a one-on-one basis to become informed about the excellent opportunities associated with attending these premier educational institutions and the careers they generate. This forum is free; however, pre-registration is required and can be found on my website HERE. It will be held from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the Rosenberg Civic Center. Doors will open at 9:30 AM for check-in. To apply for a U.S. Service Academy, please visit my website and complete the application. Applications are due no later than October 10, 2025, at 5 PM CST. The application can be found HERE. If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or call my district office at (346) 762-6600. Rep. Troy E. Nehls Announces the 2025 Congressional App Challenge I am pleased to announce that my office is hosting a 2025 Congressional App Challenge. The Congressional App Challenge (CAC) is a competition designed to encourage student participation in computer science and coding. Students are encouraged to register online and submit their app by October 30, 2025. Officially launched by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2015, this nationwide effort allows students to compete against their peers by creating an application (also known as an “app”) for desktop/PC, web, tablet, mobile, raspberry Pi or other devices. We accept any programming language, such as C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, or "block code." The Challenge is designed to promote innovation and engagement in computer science. The Congressional App Challenge is open to all middle and high school students in the 22nd Congressional District of Texas. Students entering the competition must submit their app to CongressionalAppChallenge.us during the Competition Submission Period through October 20, 2025, at 12 P.M. Eastern Time. The winner from the 22nd Congressional District, chosen by a panel of expert judges, will be featured on CongressionalAppChallenge.us. The winning app will also be eligible to be on display in the U.S. Capitol, honoring the winners from across the country. For more information, please visit the official Congressional App Challenge website at CongressionalAppChallenge.us, email [email protected], or email my office at [email protected]. Do you trust the legacy media?  YES 18.6% NO 81.4% Follow Us We Want to Hear From You I always appreciate learning about the issues that are important to you. If you have a concern, please contact me HERE. Use this QR code to follow my Facebook, Instagram, and X accounts and join my Newsletter for updates. It's an honor to represent you and the great state of Texas in the United States House of Representatives. Do you support No Tax on Tips and No Tax on Overtime? Let me know below Yes No Sincerely, Troy E. Nehls Member of Congress By participating in the survey, you are opting into further communication from Rep. Nehls Rep. 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