Representative Brian Babin, Republican from Texas

Brian Babin

Representative · Texas · Republican

Brian Babin

Biography
Brian Babin, a former dentist and Air Force veteran, was elected as the U.S. Representative for Texas’s 36th congressional district in 2014. Babin focuses on border security, flood mitigation, and veterans’ issues, drawing on his service background and experience in rural healthcare. He authored the SANE Act to streamline NASA’s priorities and has served on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Babin’s pragmatic approach centers on delivering federal resources and advocating for the needs of his Gulf Coast district.
Education
  • M.D., University of Texas Medical School, Houston, TX
    1993
  • D.D.S., University of Texas Dental Branch
    1989
  • B.S., Lamar University, Beaumont, TX
    1981
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2015–Present

    Represented Texas's 36th congressional district for 6 terms.

  • Board Member, Lower Neches Valley Authority

    1999–2015

    Appointed by Governor George W. Bush and reappointed by Governor Rick Perry to the regional water management authority until resigning before entering Congress.

  • Member, Woodville Independent School District Board

    1992–1995

    Served on the local school board in Woodville, Texas.

  • Chair, Tyler County Republican Party

    1990–1995

    Led the county Republican Party organization in Tyler County, Texas.

  • City Councilman, City of Woodville

    1984–1989

    Served on the Woodville City Council following his term as mayor.

  • Mayor, City of Woodville

    1982–1984

    Served as mayor of Woodville, Texas, while also operating his dental practice.

Policy Focus
Health16%
Government Operations and Politics16%
Immigration16%
Education11%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Brian Babin's record in Congress.

  • Veterans' Access to Dental Care

    Sponsored the Dental Care for Veterans Act to expand dental care eligibility for veterans through the VA.

  • Spaceport Funding

    Helped secure federal funding for the Houston Spaceport to promote aerospace industry growth in Texas.

  • Hurricane Harvey Relief

    Advocated for and secured disaster recovery funds for Southeast Texas communities impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

  • Opposition to Syrian Refugee Resettlement

    Introduced legislation to temporarily halt Syrian refugee resettlement in the U.S. for national security review.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Science, Space, and TechnologyChair
  • House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

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