Yesterday, I attended the groundbreaking ceremony for a new turn lane off Highway 191 and FM 1788. This lane will improve accessibility to the behavioral health center currently under construction between Midland and Odessa.

This week, I participated in a town hall in Denver City, which was hosted by Texas Counties. At the event, I spoke about issues impacting our rural counties and engaged in a Q&A session with attendees. Real change happens at the local level.

Yesterday, I had the privilege of attending and leading the opening prayer at a town hall in Odessa, hosted by Rep. August Pfluger and featuring Rep. Jim Jordan. During the event, the congressmen addressed a variety of issues affecting West Texas.

Billions of federal tax dollars have been spent on subsidizing the development of unreliable energy sources in Texas. Just imagine how much more resilient the grid would be if a fraction of that went toward supporting dispatchable generation. #txlege

Happy Easter from my family to yours! He is risen!

“He is not here, for He has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where He lay.” Matthew 28:6

This week, I had the opportunity of attending a luncheon celebrate the 100th year of scouting for the Buffalo Trail Boy Scouts in Odessa. As Eagle Scouts ourselves, Rep. Rep. Brooks Landgraf, Rep. Tom Craddick, and I had the opportunity to share how scouting has shaped our lives.

Yesterday, I had the honor of joining Senator Ted Cruz to celebrate the I-27 Numbering Act becoming law. I-27 is set to traverse through Midland Odessa and Big Spring. The interstate's development will allow for safer and faster travel, while also boosting the West Texas economy.

Sen. Cruz talks I-27 Numbering Act at Midland conference cbs7.com/2024/03/26/sen…

Today is National Medal of Honor Day, and in celebration, I would like to highlight two Medal of Honor recipients from Odessa, Texas: Mac Wilson and Rex Young. These two heroes made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Today, we honor and remember them.

Increased fire weather conditions in the Panhandle and West Texas. Please attempt to limit any fire starting activity and remain on the look out for new fire starts.

Thank you to Texas Public Policy Foundation for the opportunity to speak on this great energy panel with some of the best minds in the industry. Texas can, and will, power the future initiatives of the United States. Energy reliability is synonymous with economic prosperity and liberty for all.

THANK YOU! Members of Alpha Gamma Rho at WT are spending their spring break helping ranchers recover from the wildfires.

Yesterday, I spoke at the Midland Republican Women's Club, where Jill and I got to reunite with many familiar faces. Our conversation centered around the recent wildfires and the commendable efforts of Texas Division of Emergency Management and other agencies in swiftly and effectively responding to this crisis.

⛈Severe thunderstorms are expected to impact North & East TX beginning today⛈

📋 Make a Plan

🗣️Heed Warnings From Local Officials

🚗Turn Around, Don't Drown

✅ Severe Weather Safety Tips:  

ready.gov/severe-weather

Last week, I attended a press conference announcing the opening of the Laura and Joe Street School of Nursing at WTAMU. This new school will educate and equip the next generation of nurses for the West Texas region. Meeting the aspiring nurses was a pleasure for Jill and I.

'When you walk through fire. You will not be burned: The flames will not set you ablaze.' Isaiah 43:2 Thank you to Lamesa Fire and Rescue for hosting a fundraiser that garnered $10,000 for the Texas Panhandle fire relief efforts. What a great turnout! Thank you to attendees.

The Panhandle Boys are hosting the “West Texas Fire Relief Concert.”
All proceeds will support a disaster fund for those in the panhandle.
Scheduled for Sunday, March 24, at the Starlight Ranch venue in Amarillo.

elwebman.com/panhandleboys/

⚠️Extremely Critical fire weather conditions are expected today across West Texas & the Panhandle.⚠️

🔥No New Starts!🔥

📋Make a Plan
🚨Know Your Risk
📺Stay Informed

Are you prepared?⬇️
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#txwx

🔥Alert: Extreme Wildfire Danger Today. 🔥

Extremely critical fire weather conditions are expected to be widespread in the Texas Panhandle near Amarillo, Borger, Canadian, Childress, Lubbock, Pampa and Perryton.

If a wildfire is spotted, immediately contact local authorities.