Rep. Gene GreenCuenta verificada

Thank you @GalenaParkISD, @PGRADHouston, and Sallie Mae Fund for joining us Monday night to host our annual Paying for College Workshop. We wouldn't be able to reach as many high school students without your help. Over $8,000 in scholarship were awarded by UH, TSU, and San Jacpic.twitter.com/qA14aPMa13

The disease of obesity affects more than 93 million Americans, and more than 33 percent of Americans are affected by excess weight. National Obesity Care Week brings the topic of obesity in the forefront. #NOCW2018pic.twitter.com/kvRPt17tPy

Our office received a notice today from @fema announcing a $11.6 million grant for the City of @PasadenaTX to help with a drainage project as part of Hurricane Harvey recovery. The road to relief is going to take time, but step by step we'll get there. #TX29pic.twitter.com/oDn6Oewy22

Emergency Nurses save lives. Join me in thanking these professionals throughout Harris County for their work to keep our communities healthy and well. #ENWeekpic.twitter.com/um4hPC0kwz

One year ago, the Trump administration decided to withdraw the U.S. from the Clean Power Plan. We must do more as a country to address greenhouse gases and global warming, especially after the devastating natural disasters that took place this summer and in summer 2017.pic.twitter.com/m3ZJ1Zbx2B

The Comprehensive Opioids Recovery Centers Act that I introduced was included in the package. Our legislation will require designated centers to provide wraparound services for Americans suffering from opioid addiction, including counseling, recovery housing, and job training.pic.twitter.com/wkLgZhKr4A

Whether you’re a citizen or immigrant, in a blended family or multi-generational family – your contributions are part of the fabric that makes our country great. This #HispanicHeritageMonth let us reflect upon the incredible role our Hispanic communities play in Houston. #TX29pic.twitter.com/8sETddxWGK

The ADAPT Act was included in the final passage of the 21st Century Cures Act and signed into law by President Obama in 2016 (photo attached). Cures was an ambitious bill that heavily invested in medical research and enhanced the FDA’s tools to review and approve new medicine.pic.twitter.com/fccjXqHYZY

I had the pleasure of participating in the opening of the @BakerRipley East Aldine Campus and presenting a flag that flew over our U.S. Capitol. The campus will be a place for neighbors to learn, make, and sell – a unique hub for entrepreneurs and innovators of all ages. #TX29pic.twitter.com/CW3kMt32Dz

After negotiations over the last few weeks between the House and Senate, the Senate is expected to pass the package without delay next week and send it to the President of the United States to be signed into law. You can read more about both bills HERE: https://green.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-gene-green-s-comprehensive-opioid-recovery-centers-act-included …pic.twitter.com/PgwlQ1jzVo

In its final passage, the Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers (CORC) Act was also included, a bill I introduced with Reps. @RepGuthrie, @repbenraylujan, and @RepLarryBucshon. Our bill would allow the @HHSGov to award grants to treatment facilities with comprehensive services.pic.twitter.com/TvW9aKBhxr

Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 6, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, with bipartisan support to combat the #opioids crisis that’s affecting our country and killions thousands of Americans.pic.twitter.com/UqElBxPh9d

I am deeply saddened by the administration’s constant disregard for children and families. The @DHSgov proposed a public charge rule last Saturday, punishing immigrant families for using programs they legally qualify for like SNAP, housing assistance, or Medicaid.pic.twitter.com/o3VHA9Gl5W

Prior to the #UN meeting, I sent a letter to @realDonaldTrump urging American engagement and leadership on TB at the UN. According to the @WHO, TB is the deadliest infectious disease that led to 1.6 million deaths in 2017.pic.twitter.com/Ta4BfbGypS

Last year, I introduced the Incentivizing Medicaid Expansion Act, H.R. 2688, in order to incentivize states to provide critical Medicaid coverage for uninsured Americans and avoid the kinds of tragedies that have led to the rising rate of maternal mortality in my home state.pic.twitter.com/NnxwK5KOsj

During the hearing, Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler (R-WA) and Rep. Dianna DeGette (D-CO) offered their discussion draft, the Preventing Maternal Deaths Act, which I believe is a good bill that will help protect pregnant and postpartum mothers.pic.twitter.com/91ezlXlkUc

HAPPENING NOW: The @EnergyCommerce Subcommittee on Health is meeting to discuss how we can improve the outcomes of maternal mortality. In America in the 21st century, no woman should ever die of complications related to pregnancy. WATCH: https://democrats-energycommerce.house.gov/committee-activity/hearings/hearing-on-better-data-and-better-outcomes-reducing-maternal-mortality … #Healthpic.twitter.com/NCMoPDRfOp

.@LamarSmithTX21, I appreciate the invitation to commemorate an Elm tree for former President @GeorgeHWBush, an honorable Texan and public servant.pic.twitter.com/D4EVHgV2pc

Let us take a moment to honor the lives of our men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country. We are forever grateful. #POWMIARecognitionDaypic.twitter.com/MyDTpfi86E

Earlier this morning I stopped by Gallegos Elementary in the East End to read my favorite book "House Mouse, Senate Mouse" to a group of fourth graders. They enjoyed the book and had the opportunity to ask me questions. I'm going to miss this part of the job. #TX29pic.twitter.com/enIEtsAJX2