Congressman Brian Babin Outlines His Legislative Priorities
At a recent political gathering, Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) briefly met with Hulya Garvett, the President of TC-USA PAC, which represents the interests of Turkish Americans nationwide. The introduction served as an initial opportunity to build rapport and learn more about Congressman Babin’s work and the core issues he prioritizes in Congress.
During their conversation, Rep. Babin shared highlights of his current political agenda, offering insight into the legislative direction he is championing on Capitol Hill.
Brian Babin’s Congressional Roles
Serving Texas’ 36th District since 2015, Rep. Babin is a senior Republican voice in the House with influential committee assignments:
Chairman, House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
Member, House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
His leadership, particularly in the realm of science and transportation, has allowed him to shape policy on issues critical to innovation, infrastructure, and national competitiveness.
Core Political Focus and Legislative Work
1. Advancing U.S. Space & Science Policy
As chair of the Science, Space, and Technology Committee, Babin has been a strong advocate for expanding NASA’s mission, boosting research and development, and keeping America competitive in global innovation. He recently supported legislation to increase funding for lunar and Mars missions, as well as STEM initiatives to strengthen the future workforce.
2. Fiscal Responsibility and Government Oversight
Rep. Babin consistently supports legislation aimed at curbing excessive federal spending. He voted for the Rescissions Act of 2025, which targeted nearly $10 billion in federal budget cuts. He is also an advocate for simplifying the tax code and opposing large-scale entitlement expansions without fiscal offsets.
3. Border Security and Immigration Reform
Babin has been vocal about strengthening national borders and reforming immigration policies. He has introduced legislation targeting abuses in the asylum system, advocated for stricter enforcement, and opposed unfunded mandates placed on local communities due to illegal immigration.
4. Infrastructure and Transportation Modernization
As a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Babin has worked on bills supporting highway improvements, water system modernization, and flood resilience—especially important for his Gulf Coast district. He also supports cutting red tape that delays major projects and drives up taxpayer costs.
5. Election Integrity and National Security
Rep. Babin has backed bills aimed at enhancing election security, including voter ID requirements and verification of citizenship for voter registration. He’s also prioritized cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection as part of broader national security efforts.
6. Veterans and Military Support
A U.S. Air Force veteran himself, Babin continues to support initiatives that improve veteran healthcare access, streamline VA services, and expand mental health resources for those who served.
The dialogue offered PAC leadership valuable insight into his priorities and opened the door to potential future collaboration on shared concerns, particularly those related to innovation, transportation, and community representation.