Press Releases

Congressman McCaul Votes Against Housing Bill that's Bad for the Economy, Rewards Irresponsible Borrowers

March 5, 2009

AUSTIN – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX 10) voted against a housing and foreclosure bill that will extend help to irresponsible borrowers, but at the same time inject more uncertainty into the economy by contracting the credit market.

Congressman McCaul statement supporting Austin City Council's vote on the Webberville solar plant

March 5, 2009

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“I applaud the Austin City Council’s unanimous vote today to move forward with Austin Energy’s proposed solar plant in Webberville. This is a step in the right direction in bringing large scale solar power to Austin and the residents of the 10^th Congressional District.

Statement by Congressman McCaul about efforts to secure federal funding for the Bastrop County wildfires

March 4, 2009

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“Bastrop County has endured a wildfire that has left a significant scar on several tight knit communities. While the northern edge of the affected area is just outside my district, it affects our entire region and I want to assure you that Bastrop County will receive the help from the federal government that it needs for homeowners and businesses to repair and rebuild.

Statement from Congressman McCaul on the President's plan to end the war in Iraq

February 27, 2009

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“I support the President’s decision to reduce our troop levels and ultimately end the war in Iraq.

Congressman McCaul statement on the President's FY 2010 budget proposal

February 26, 2009

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“There is no doubt that this President faces an economic challenge not seen in our country in generations. And I applaud his determination and spirit to get us back on our feet. But his proposed budget for 2010 is a blueprint for irresponsible deficit spending.

Congressman McCaul Cautions Secretary Napolitano on GITMO Detainee Release

February 25, 2009

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Requests Help for Border Violence

Congressman McCaul Votes Against Billions in Deficit Spending

February 25, 2009

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AUSTIN – At a time the government, more than ever, needs to watch what it spends, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX 10) voted against a budget bill filled with billions of dollars of wasteful spending.

Statement from Congressman McCaul after President Obama's address to Congress

February 24, 2009

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“It was a good speech. President Obama is a gifted orator and I applaud his spirit as we face the most serious economic times in decades. I agree that we are a bold nation with big ideas, that we must restore accountability in government, create jobs and reduce our nation’s debt. But there is disagreement on how to get there.

Congressman McCaul Tours Guantanamo

February 23, 2009

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Vows to Fight Closure of Terrorist Detention Center

Congressman McCaul Votes Against $1,000,000,000,000 Mistake

February 13, 2009

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AUSTIN, TX – In a show of bipartisan opposition, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX 10) joined his Republican House colleagues and seven Democrats voting against the Democrats’ $787 billion spending bill, which surpasses $1 trillion with interest.