What Nathaniel Moran said, and what was done

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor John Adams, chief meteorologist at KETK/FOX 51, who is celebrating 50 years in the broadcast meteorology industry. John is a native of East Texas, born and raised in Henderson.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 6506, the Taxpayer Due Process Enhancement Act, bipartisan legislation introduced alongside my colleague Congresswoman Terri Sewell to strengthen procedural protections for the American taxpayer.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 7432, the Fostering the Future Act. This important piece of legislation is a reflection of months of hard work by the members of the Committee on Ways and Means and staff.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Brenda Kays. Since 2016, Dr. Kays has steadfastly served as President of Kilgore College. She brought more than three decades of experience in community college education to Kilgore.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Rolin McPhee for his service and dedication as City Manager of Longview, Texas for 25 years. This remarkable milestone represents a quarter of a century of unwavering commitment to our community and exemplifies the best of public service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act. I thank Congresswoman Ann Wagner for her leadership on this legislation because it reflects a principle this body has long shared: When the justice system holds wrongdoers accountable, those resources should help rebuild the lives of the innocent victims of the wrongdoers.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Danville Farms in Kilgore, which enters its final season this month after 40 years as one of East Texas's most cherished Christmas traditions.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the cities of Texarkana, Texas, and Arkansas, recently designated as a Military Friendly Community. This is a proud moment for Texarkana, on both sides of the state line.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Longview, Texas native Haynes King, on being named the Atlantic Coast Conference Player of the Year and ACC Offensive Player of the Year.”

“Georgia Tech, where he earned conference-wide recognition for his leadership, resilience, and performance under pressure. His journey from Longview to the collegiate stage reflects the strength of East Texas families, coaches, and communities.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and service of Dr. Mike Jenkins of Kilgore, Texas, whose passing is deeply felt across the Kilgore College community and throughout East Texas.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor five veterans who were presented with Quilts of Valor: Marine Corps veteran Ben Gallagher, Air Force veteran Bill Presson, Texas National Guard veteran David Baker, Army veteran Dick Wood, and Air Force veteran Mike Mathea.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Kilgore, Carthage, and Joaquin school districts for their participation in the UIL State Football Championships in Texas this week. Kilgore will face Stephenville in the 4A Division I Championship, and Carthage will face West Orange-Stark in the 4A Division II Championship.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Marcus Stadelmann of UT Tyler. Since 1990, Dr. Stadelmann has been leading the Tyler community. During his 35 years of service, he has prepared countless students for their careers and worked tirelessly to support UT Tyler.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of the Tax Court Improvement Act. This taxpayer-friendly bill significantly improves the critical Tax Court process available to Americans who find themselves in a dispute with the IRS.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Kilgore's Daughters of the American Revolution. 250 years ago, brave warriors fought for a republic founded on freedom and liberty. How remarkable is it that each of them came from individuals and families who fought for the country we call home today.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Franklin County's 150th Anniversary. We stand on the proud shoulder of 150 years of history, celebrating the founding of Franklin County in 1875.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a remarkable milestone: the 35th anniversary of the Genesis Group. Founded in 1990 by Phil and Bobbie Burks, Genesis has always stood out--not just for its innovation in public safety technology, but for the heart behind the mission.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Bob Hallmark. After nearly three decades of reporting, storytelling, and shining a light on east Texas, Bob Hallmark is signing off from KLTV.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Herb Buie. The Junior Achievement of the Greater Tyler Area announced Mr. Buie will be their 2026 Business Hall of Fame Laureate.”

“At 95 years young, Mr. Buie continues to set the bar for what leadership, service, and lasting impact mean. For decades, he has been a pillar of the Tyler business community, in both professional success and his deep commitment to giving back to the community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Roundup Day. This day celebrates the East Texas State Fair and Rodeo. The fair and rodeo bring about countless memories for east Texans.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Bear Creek Smokehouse of Marshall, Texas, which has been named the Small Business Administration's Family-Owned Business of the Year for the Dallas-Fort Worth district.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Gilmer Independent School District. We recently received some fantastic news from the Texas Education Agency. Gilmer Elementary School, Gilmer High School, Gilmer Intermediate School, and the Gilmer Early Childhood Center received an A rating for the 2024-2025 school year.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Charlie Cano. As CEO of Etex, Charlie leads his team to great successes. Charlie is a leader whose work has truly changed lives across rural Texas.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Texarkana College. Earlier this month, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board released its 2024 accountability measures, and I am proud to share that Texarkana College has earned the number one ranking in the entire State of Texas for 3-year and 6-year student completion rates.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Deputy Chief Aristeo Rodriguez, Captain Adam Decker, driver Phil Fry, and firefighter Aaron Williams of the Mount Pleasant Fire Department.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 75th anniversary of St. John's Episcopal Church located in Carthage, Texas. On July 29, 1950, a handful of Episcopalians met with Reverend John Fritts in the abandoned theater on the square.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor the life of Charlie Kirk. Charlie was a faithful servant, not only to the cause of liberty, but more importantly, to the kingdom of God.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Love Thy City event held in Tyler, Texas, a community-wide initiative that reminds us that service to our neighbors does not start in Washington, D.C.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Love Thy City event held in Tyler, Texas, a community-wide initiative that reminds us that service to our neighbors doesn't start in Washington, it starts in the heart and in the home as it extends to every corner of this earth.”

“Mr. Speaker, 132 precious lives have been lost to date, and with so many more individuals still unaccounted for. The physical and emotional destruction has been overwhelming. Lives have been lost, homes and businesses have been washed away, lifelong belongings destroyed, and an entire community, State, and Nation are left in anguish and in shock.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the courage and sacrifice of those serving in Emergency Medical Services. We pay tribute to the EMS and air medical professionals who have lost their lives in the line of duty.”

“Mr. Speaker, today, I rise in strong support of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This bill is our opportunity to deliver on the promises we made to the American people.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of the No Dollars to Uyghur Forced Labor Act. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support this critical legislation that would prohibit United States State Department contracts with companies tied to forced labor in the Xinjiang region of China.”

“Mr. Speaker, on April 26, after a tragic off-duty accident, the east Texas law enforcement community lost one of its young, rising stars, Tyler Police Officer Sam Lively.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Kilgore College Rangerettes and celebrate two extraordinary milestones: the 30th anniversary of the 54th line, the Class of 1995, and the 85th anniversary of this world-renowned team.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Kilgore College Rangerettes and to celebrate two remarkable milestones in their storied legacy: the 30th anniversary of the Rangerettes Class of 1995 and the 85th anniversary of this world-renowned team.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 1156, the Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act, introduced by our chairman, Jason Smith. It is clearer by the day that the COVID pandemic gave rise to widespread financial fraud.”

“Incredibly, to date, less than 4 percent of these stolen funds have been recovered. If we do nothing before March 27, the statute of limitations to bring these criminal cases against these fraudsters will come to an end, and the rest of these taxpayer funds will be lost forever.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of the United States-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act. Taiwanese companies in America, including those in critical semiconductor sectors, face double tax burdens due to the lack of a U.S.-Taiwan tax agreement.”