Craig A. Goldman

Rep. Goldman on the Introduction of Data Privacy Bill

Position: Rep. Goldman supports the introduction of the SECURE Data Act, which establishes national privacy and data security standards to protect Americans' personal data and strengthen safeguards for children and teens.

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Craig Goldman (TX-12) issued the following statement on the introduction of the SECURE Data Act in the U.S. House. The bill establishes a robust national standard for privacy and data security to safeguard Americans’ personal data. “After 14 months of work, I am proud to join my colleagues on the House Energy and Commerce Data Privacy Working Group in introducing the SECURE Data Act. This bill marks a major step forward in protecting Americans’ rights to their own data and strengthening safeguards for children and teens,” said Congressman Goldman. “This bill applies proven privacy and data security standards, first established by states like Texas, to the entire nation. These are common sense policies that will better protect the personal data of all Americans.” “The Energy and Commerce Data Privacy Working Group was created to reset the discussion on comprehensive data privacy, taking wide ranging input from stakeholders and crafting a consensus bill that protects the privacy and security of Americans’ personal data. The SECURE Data Act is the result. This bill establishes clear, enforceable protections so that Americans remain in charge of their own data and companies are held accountable for its safe keeping. We look forward to working with our colleagues to build support for this bill and advance data privacy protections fit for our 21st century economy,” said Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13), Leader of the Energy and Commerce Data Privacy Working Group. Background: First announced in February of 2025, the House Energy and Commerce Data Privacy Working Group spent more than a year developing the SECURE Data Act. Rather than imposing a top-down mandate from Washington, the bill builds on proven, state-tested solutions. The SECURE Data Act establishes important consumer privacy rights, sets reasonable requirements for businesses, creates enforcement mechanisms at both the federal and state levels, and strengthens the competitiveness of U.S. companies in global markets. Support for the SECURE Data Act: Reps. Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Troy Balderson (OH-12), Jay Obernolte (CA-23), Russell Fry (SC-07), Nick Langworthy (NY-23), Tom Kean (NJ-07), and Julie Fedorchak (ND-AL). Read the full text of the legislation here. To learn more about Congressman Goldman and follow his work, visit his website and follow him on social media at @RepCraigGoldman. For media inquiries, please contact Sutton.Houser@mail.house.gov. ### Issues: Congress

Rep. Goldman’s Homeowner Energy Freedom Act Passes the House

Position: The release announces that the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, which repeals Biden-era energy regulations on home appliances, has passed the House. The bill's supporters argue it will reduce housing costs and restore consumer choice by eliminating what they characterize as costly federal energy mandates.

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, led by Congressman Craig Goldman (R-TX) has passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 210-199. This bill would repeal Biden-era energy regulations on home appliances that restricted consumer choice and drove up the cost of new homes. “For many Americans, the American Dream of homeownership feels out of reach. Costly regulations imposed by the Biden Administration have driven up the price of homes. I’m proud to lead the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, a bill that could reduce the costs of new homes by up to $31,000. I’m grateful to my colleagues for their support and hope the Senate swiftly passes this legislation to bring real relief to American families,” said Congressman Craig Goldman. “Today, House Republicans took another critical step to repeal costly Biden-era energy mandates and reduce the burden of home prices for American families. Home buyers and builders will no longer be burdened by unnecessary green regulations and electrification mandates that drive up costs and limit choice. Rep. Goldman’s Homeowner Energy Freedom Act paves the path forward for affordable homeownership, restores common sense in our energy policy, and ensures responsible, efficient use of taxpayer dollars,” said Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (LA-04). “The Biden Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act included radical ‘Green New Scam’ mandates to essentially ban gas appliances and force states to adopt unworkable building codes, forcing consumers to switch to more expensive electric alternatives and destroying housing affordability. Americans should be able to choose the options that best suit their needs, not have Washington force an electrification agenda upon them. I’m grateful to Rep. Goldman for bringing forward this bill to repeal these costly provisions and protect consumer choice, and am happy to see it pass the House,” said House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (LA-01). “Under Joe Biden, the Democrats pushed Green New Scam policies onto the American people, ripping away consumer choice, driving up costs, and making life unaffordable—especially for homeowners. Thankfully, House Republicans and President Trump are undoing this damage and lowering costs for the American people. By passing Congressman Goldman’s Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, House Republicans are repealing burdensome Biden regulations, restoring consumer choice, and stopping wasteful government spending. Thank you, Congressman Goldman, for leading the way with this important legislation,” said House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (MN-06). “House Republicans are bringing housing costs down by stopping Washington from shoving radical mandates down the throats of American families. The Democrats’ energy agenda jacked up regulatory costs, strangled home construction, and pushed the American Dream further out of reach. This bill rips out the red tape, puts families back in charge of their own homes and budgets, and tells the federal government to get out of the way. Americans don’t need bureaucrats deciding how they live. They need affordable homes and a fair shot,” said House Chairwoman Lisa McClain (MI-09). “For too long, burdensome regulations established by the Biden-Harris Administration have driven up costs for home buyers. The Homeowner Energy Freedom Act puts an end to expensive building code mandates that push homeownership out of reach for millions of hardworking families. Thank you to Congressman Goldman for his work on lowering prices in communities across the country,” said House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY-02). Background: The Homeowner Energy Freedom Act would repeal and rescind all unobligated funding in Sections 50122, 50123, and 50131 of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Through these provisions, the Biden Administration allocated more than $5 billion to subsidize the electrification of home appliances, effectively restricting the installation of gas stoves and water heaters in new homes. These regulations restricted consumer choice and increased the cost of new homes by up to $31,000. Support: This bill is co-sponsored by Reps. Jake Ellzey (TX-06) and Dan Crenshaw (TX-02) and is supported by the National Association of Home Builders, the National Taxpayers Union, and the National Energy & Fuels Institute. Read the full text of the legislation here. Read Congressman Goldman’s opinion piece on housing affordability here. To learn more about Congressman Goldman and follow his work, visit his website and follow him on social media at @RepCraigGoldman. For media inquiries, please contact Sutton.Houser@mail.house.gov. ### Issues: Congress Energy

Rep. Goldman Introduces Bill to Codify Pres. Trump’s Energy Deregulation Executive Order

Position: Rep. Goldman supports codifying President Trump's executive order requiring sunset clauses on energy regulations, arguing that deregulation will expedite project approvals, reduce spending, and lower energy costs.

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Craig Goldman (R-TX) introduced the Zero-Based Regulatory Budgeting to Unleash American Energy Act, which codifies President Donald Trump’s executive order that requires sunset clauses on all current and future energy regulations. This is the U.S. House companion to U.S. Senator Jim Risch’s (R-ID) bill, which he introduced last year. “Texas leads the nation in passing prudent energy deregulation policies. It’s time for the federal government to follow Texas’ example and make energy deregulation the national standard,” said Congressman Goldman. “I’m excited to work with Senator Risch to codify this incredible executive order from President Trump. These policies will expedite project approvals, reduce wasteful spending, and lower energy costs for all Americans.” The Zero-Based Regulatory Budgeting to Unleash American Energy Act would: Require the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of the Interior (DOI), with specific sub-agencies therein, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to implement sunset clauses on existing energy regulations Require agencies to conduct a thorough review and a public comment period before extending energy regulations for up to five years Require a five-year sunset provision on all future energy regulations Background: Decades of federal rulemaking have produced nearly 200,000 pages of regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). The magnitude of federal regulations significantly restricts U.S. energy industry production and increases energy costs for Americans. On April 9, 2025, President Trump issued an executive order to repeal the burdensome regulatory framework that constrains Americans’ prosperity. This bill would codify that executive order, making deregulation the status quo for America’s energy industry. This bill is co-sponsored by Reps. August Pfluger (TX-11), Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), Randy Weber (TX-14), Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13), Barry Moore (AL-01), and Pat Harrigan (NC-10). Read the full text of the legislation here. To learn more about Congressman Goldman and follow his work, visit his website and follow him on social media at @RepCraigGoldman. For media inquiries, please contact Sutton.Houser@mail.house.gov. ### Issues: Congress Energy

Rep. Goldman Introduces the Don’t Tax the American Dream Act

Position: Rep. Goldman introduced legislation to eliminate federal capital gains taxes on the sale of primary residences, arguing this would increase housing supply and improve affordability by allowing homeowners to keep more proceeds from home sales.

WASHINGTON, DC — This week, Congressman Craig Goldman (R-TX) introduced the Don't Tax the American Dream Act, legislation that would eliminate federal capital gains taxes on the sale of primary residences. "Americans are overtaxed. The Don't Tax the American Dream Act repeals costly capital gains taxes on home sales so that Americans keep more of their hard-earned money," said Congressman Goldman. "Repealing these taxes will unleash the housing market and help restore the American Dream of homeownership." The Don't Tax the American Dream Act would: Eliminate all federal capital gains taxes on primary residence sales after the homeowner has lived in the property for two years Increase the national housing supply Repeal costly taxes on American homeowners Restore the American Dream of homeownership by improving housing affordability Background: Tax filers can exempt up to $250,000 (individual) or $500,000 (married filing jointly) from capital gains taxes when selling a primary residence after living in it for at least two years. However, these exemption caps have remained unchanged since 1997, despite significant increases in home values. This policy discourages homeowners from selling, reducing housing supply and worsening affordability. Read the full text of the legislation here. To learn more about Congressman Goldman and follow his work, visit his website and follow him on social media at @RepCraigGoldman. For media inquiries, please contact Sutton.Houser@mail.house.gov. ### Issues: Congress Economy

Goldman, Wagner, Huizenga, Lawler, Wilson, and Gottheimer Introduce Resolution Supporting Expansion of Abraham Accords

Position: The representatives support the expansion of the Abraham Accords to include Kazakhstan, viewing it as strengthening regional stability, U.S. national security, and support for Israel among Arab and Muslim-majority nations.

WASHINGTON, DC — Reps. Craig Goldman (TX‑12), Ann Wagner (MO-2), Bill Huizenga (MI-4), Mike Lawler (NY‑17), Rep. Joe Wilson (SC-2), and Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) introduced a bipartisan resolution supporting the expansion of the Abraham Accords to include Kazakhstan. “Thanks to the strong leadership of President Trump, Kazakhstan has joined the Abraham Accords – a significant step that will strengthen regional stability and bolster support for Israel among Arab states,” said Congressman Craig Goldman. “Alongside my congressional colleagues, I am proud to support President Trump’s continued efforts to advance U.S. national security by promoting peace around the world.” “Kazakhstan joining the Abraham Accords sends a clear message: friendship between Israel, the United States, and Arab and Muslim-majority nations remains a force for peace. Now more than ever, strong ties between Israel and Muslim-majority partners—whether for diplomatic, economic, or security reasons—are necessary to defend against the chaos and conflict that Iran, Russia, and China are spreading around the world. Congress’s bipartisan support for expanding and deepening the Abraham Accords is ironclad, and I hope this is just the first of many new countries that President Trump welcomes into the Accords,” said Congresswoman Ann Wagner. “I’m grateful to lead this resolution, Kazakhstan is an important partner of the U.S. and a strong ally to increase the flow of critical minerals to the U.S,” said Congressman Wilson. “Kazakhstan joining the Abraham Accords is an encouraging step toward further expanding and strengthening the Accords,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer. "Broadening Israel’s relationships with additional countries helps make America, our service members stationed in the region, and our allies safer.” Read the full text of the legislation here. For media inquiries, please contact Sutton.Houser@mail.house.gov. ### Issues: Congress

Energy and Commerce Subcommittee Advances Rep. Goldman’s S.P.E.E.D. for Broadband Infrastructure Act

Position: Rep. Goldman supports streamlining federal permitting requirements for broadband infrastructure projects to accelerate deployment in rural communities and on military bases by eliminating redundant environmental and historic preservation reviews.

WASHINGTON, DC — This week, the House Energy and Commerce Committees’ Communications and Technology Subcommittee voted to advance Congressman Craig Goldman’s (R-TX) Streamlining Permitting to Enable Efficient Deployment (S.P.E.E.D.) for Broadband Infrastructure Act. This bill helps expand high-speed internet access to rural communities and military bases by cutting redundant federal permitting requirements. “For too long, access to high-speed internet in rural communities and military bases has been held back by federal red tape,” said Congressman Craig Goldman. “The S.P.E.E.D. for Broadband Infrastructure Act streamlines the permitting process so we can deliver faster and more reliable internet access across the nation—spurring economic growth and strengthening our national security.” Background: Redundant federal reviews can delay broadband projects by up to 5 years. When companies build new broadband infrastructures—such as utility poles and towers—on federal property, they are required to complete federal environmental and historic preservation reviews; however, upgrades to existing structures require companies to repeat the same federal reviews. Removing unnecessary federal reviews will expand high-speed broadband access. The S.P.E.E.D. for Broadband Infrastructure Act will: Eliminate redundant federal environmental and historic preservation reviews for broadband projects that expand or upgrade infrastructure previously approved. Exempt broadband facilities from federal environmental and historic preservation reviews if another communication facility on the same property has already been approved. Remove review requirements for broadband expansions that extend no more than 30 feet in any direction. Read the full text of the legislation here. To learn more about Congressman Goldman and follow his work, visit his website and follow him on social media at @RepCraigGoldman. For media inquiries, please contact Sutton.Houser@mail.house.gov. ### Issues: Congress

Abraham Accords Caucus Welcomes Middle East Peace Deal

WASHINGTON, DC – Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus – Reps. Brad Schneider (IL-10), Ann Wagner (MO-02), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), and Craig Goldman (TX-12) – released the following statement welcoming the announcement of a Middle East peace deal: “We are elated by news that Israel and Hamas have come to an agreement to end the war in Gaza, release the hostages, and surge aid into Gaza. We thank President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and negotiators in allied and partner nations for their tireless efforts in service of peace over these past two years. Once all the hostages still held by Hamas are released, the Abraham Accords Caucus looks forward to reconvening Israel and its Arab partners in support of lasting peace, the disarming of Hamas, and rebuilding on foundations of stability and tolerance so that our ally Israel will never again be threatened. “This devastating war began just over two years ago when Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists invaded Israel, brutally slaughtered nearly 1,200 people and took 251 hostages, including Americans. The past two years have seen tragic devastation and many false starts toward peace. We have also seen the welcome dismantling of much of Iran’s proxy terror network across the region, and the decimation of Iran’s nefarious nuclear and missile programs. “We are grateful for strong U.S. leadership across Democratic and Republican Administrations and staunch bipartisan support for Israel throughout the war, including by helping bring dozens of hostages home during the November 2023 ceasefire, as well as dozens more in early 2025. We are also appreciative of the efforts of the mediators who helped get the deal over the line. Our hearts are with the families of the hostages in Israel as they anxiously await reunification with their loved ones, and we share in the hope of Israelis and Palestinians alike as they look forward to a peaceful future and the end of Hamas’s reign of terror. “In the 118th Congress, the Abraham Accords Caucus launched the Gaza Working Group to prepare for the “day after” Hamas’s defeat and breathe new life into the Accords. Building on the success of those efforts, we stand ready to work with the White House, Israel, our allies in the region, and the international community to kickstart these conversations in support of long-term peace and stability for both Israelis and Palestinians and a better future for the entire Middle East. We are particularly enthusiastic to work with the Kingdom of Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Kingdom of Morocco, and other Arab nations to deepen and expand the Accords to work towards a lasting peace in the region.” The Abraham Accords Caucus, established to expand and deepen the historic Abraham Accords, serves as a forum for identifying and advancing strategic partnerships between Israel and its friends and neighbors. In the 118th Congress, Reps. Brad Schneider, Ann Wagner, Cathy McMorris Rodgers, and David Trone launched the Gaza Working Group (GWG) within the Abraham Accords Caucus to guide regional efforts in rebuilding Gaza with a focus on thwarting extremism and ensuring lasting stability. Off-the-record, Member-level meetings allowed candid discussions with diplomats from Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Morocco, and Saudi Arabia, emphasizing regional contributions to Gaza’s reconstruction and sustaining the momentum of normalization efforts to foster peace and mutual prosperity between Israel and partner nations. The GWG worked with diplomats from across the region, as well as with U.S. government agencies, think tanks, and development organizations to sharpen these ideas and assert the bipartisan role of Congress in promoting the Abraham Accords. We thank our counterparts in the U.S. government and partner nations for their engagement, as well as the many experts and practitioners who shared their insights. ###

Rep. Goldman Introduces the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act to Protect Low-Cost Home Energy

Position: Rep. Goldman opposes provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act that incentivize electric home appliances and energy efficiency, arguing they restrict consumer choice, increase costs for homeowners, and represent wasteful federal spending. He introduced legislation to repeal three IRA sections totaling $5.7 billion in funding for electric home rebates, contractor training, and building code adoption.

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Craig Goldman (R-TX) has introduced the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, a bill that repeals three costly provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that restrict consumer choice and drive up the cost of home appliances. The Biden administration’s green energy mandates aim to end the use of gas appliances, forcing consumers to switch to electric alternatives. These three provisions within the IRA cost taxpayers more than $5.7 billion. “Americans should have the freedom to choose how to cook their food and heat their homes. That’s why I am introducing the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act to repeal the Biden administration’s extreme green energy mandates that would effectively ban gas stoves and appliances,” said Congressman Craig Goldman. “The Homeowner Energy Freedom Act restores homeowners’ choices in home appliances, removes costly regulations, and eliminates wasteful federal government spending.” Background: The Homeowner Energy Freedom Act repeals sections 50122, 50123, and 50131 within the IRA that reduce consumer choice and cost taxpayers billions of dollars. Additionally, it will rescind all unobligated funding under Sections 50122 and 50131. Section 50122: Appropriates $4.5 billion to the Department of Energy to establish a new high-efficiency electric home rebate program Section 50123: Appropriates $200 million to the Department of Energy to establish home energy efficiency contractor training grants Section 50131: Appropriates $1 billion to the Department of Energy to provide financial assistance to states and localities to adopt the latest energy conservation building code and so-called zero-energy building energy codes According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), these mandates cost new homebuyers up to $31,000. Read the full text of the legislation here. To learn more about Congressman Goldman and follow his work, visit his website and follow him on social media at @RepCraigGoldman. For media inquiries, please contact Sutton.Houser@mail.house.gov. ### Issues: Congress Energy

President Trump Signs Rep. Goldman’s Bill to Repeal Costly Energy Regulations

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Craig Goldman (R-TX) released the following statement. “I’m honored to have been in the Oval Office today to witness President Trump sign H.J. Res. 75 into law. This bill will help lower the cost of living for Americans across the nation. H.J. Res. 75, which I authored in the U.S. House, repeals the Biden administration’s costly government regulations that would have raised prices on all American consumers,” said Congressman Craig Goldman. “I appreciate Senator Moody for leading the measure through the Senate. I will continue to work to rein in government overreach and burdensome regulations to keep costs down for the citizens of the United States.” Last month, Senator Moody led the companion bill in the U.S. Senate. “In the last few days in office, the Biden-Harris administration attempted to jam through their partisan green new scam agenda onto consumers and businesses through regulations. If allowed to remain on the books, commercial manufacturers would be forced to discontinue product lines and close factories across America. I was proud to take this fight head on and I am thankful that President Trump has now signed this legislation into law. When I took the oath of office, I promised to work hard on behalf of the people of Florida and undo the damage the Biden administration inflicted on this nation. 100 days in and legislation to do just that was signed into law. We are just getting started,” said Senator Ashely Moody. “These resolutions of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act are a critical part of our work to eliminate the costly and burdensome regulations that failed to serve the best interests of American families and businesses,” said Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. “From increasing the costs of refrigeration equipment used by small businesses to regulating reporting requirements for appliance manufacturers to banning gas-fired water heaters, the Biden-Harris Administration attempted to impose a far-left agenda that put Green New Deal-style policies ahead of the American people. Thank you to President Trump for reversing these regulations and to Chairman Palmer and Congressman Goldman for your leadership on these important issues.” Background: This legislation passed through the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate by votes of 214-193 and 52-46, respectively. H.J. Res. 75, enacted under the Congressional Review Act, repeals the Biden administration’s energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators and freezers. The Department of Energy estimated that these regulations would impose an $8 billion burden on manufacturers and small businesses by requiring costly equipment redesigns and manufacturing upgrades. Ultimately, these costs would be passed on to consumers through higher prices. Congressman Goldman wrote an op-ed in The Hill explaining how his resolution is a necessary measure to cut red tape and lower the cost of living for Americans. To learn more about Congressman Goldman and follow his work, visit his website and follow him on social media at @RepCraigGoldman. For media inquiries, please contact Sutton.Houser@mail.house.gov. ### Issues: Congress